You know what’s really scary (even more so than the ghosts and goblins of halloween)?  The paralyzing weight of uncertainty and the fear of others’ opinions that hold us back from reaching our true potential. 

Feedback and criticism can be scary. Our brains biologically go into fight or flight. But, the panic and defensiveness most of experience does not actually serve us when it comes to using feedback productively.

Mental strength is not about being calm and happy all the time. Much like an overflowing email inbox, our minds can become cluttered with unresolved emotions and thoughts. We push them aside, thinking we'll deal with them later, but they continue to accumulate, weighing us down.

The crazy thing is, success is not a one-size-fits-all concept. It comes in many forms. Maybe success to you is a certain level of financial achievement, giving to a cause you really care about, working less, traveling more, or spending more time with family.

We live in a world where speed and immediate results get a lot of hype. Sometimes, it is in this very act of “pumping the brakes” that we discover new opportunities that were previously hidden from us.

1) Focus on finding solutions instead of dwelling on obstacles. 2) Embrace challenges as stepping stones to growth. Oftentimes, our biggest challenges are leading us to our next breakthrough..

Our words and thoughts have the power to shape our future. Oftentimes, we focus on the negatives, expecting ourselves to fail. What do you believe about yourself and your future right now? Is your perspective coming from a place of “glass half empty”?

We’ve all heard the new year’s cliches - "Out with the old, in with the new”, "New year, new me!", "Turning a new leaf" and so on. Creating meaningful change starts with clearing the clutter in your life, so you’re not spinning your wheels - going nowhere fast.

Have you ever had a feeling in your gut that something was right or wrong, but couldn't quite explain why? That's your inner knowing at work! Think of your inner wisdom, inner knowing, or intuition as your inner compass - a guiding instrument that helps you to make powerful choices.

If you’ve ever considered working with a coach, it’s important to understand both what they are and are not. They are aren’t a therapist, or a consultant, coaching doesn’t focus on mental health issues as counseling or therapy does.