We all have a natural resting state — a personal thermostat setting for our nervous system. This is what I call our baseline. It is a state of feeling grounded, calm, peaceful, and resilient; a place from which you can navigate life’s ups and downs without being...
We talk a lot about empathy these days. It is a buzzword, a therapy goal, and a virtue we associate with connection and understanding. But empathy is only part of the story. Used at the wrong time—or in the wrong way—it can backfire, leading to emotional exhaustion or...
We’re all in conversation with ourselves, all day long. This “self-talk” is the steady stream of thoughts, assumptions, and judgments we direct inward. At times, it’s encouraging—like an inner coach. But more often than not, it becomes a relentless critic. It...
We’ve all been there: someone offers a well-meaning phrase meant to comfort, but it falls flat—leaving us feeling misunderstood or invalidated. The problem isn’t malicious intent, but a slip-up in emotional intelligence. These seemingly innocent phrases, though...
Life’s unpredictable—like steering a ship through stormy seas. Strong winds and shifting tides can easily throw us off course. But with the right tools, we can navigate any storm. Emotional intelligence (EQ) is your compass. It helps you handle life’s emotional...
