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Mindful Reactions: How Often Do You Let Anger Take the Lead

Mindful Reactions: How Often Do You Let Anger Take the Lead

Posted in Insights, Motivational, News, Next Steps

Understanding our emotions is crucial, as they serve a purpose in sending us vital messages. Through emotional intelligence and self-management, it’s critical to strategically manage feelings like anger, treating it as a valid and useful emotion. With strategic timing, we can better navigate and respond to situations without letting anger take the lead.

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Uniting for Good: Giving Tuesday Canada 2024

Uniting for Good: Giving Tuesday Canada 2024

Posted in Holiday Season, Insights, Motivational, News

On December 3, 2024, Canadians from coast to coast will come together for a day of generosity and goodwill as they celebrate Giving Tuesday Canada #GivingTuesdayCA. This annual event, which follows the frenzy of Black Friday and Cyber Monday, allows people to give back to their communities, support their favourite causes, and make a positive impact.

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The Whisper of Emotions: Decoding the Crucial Signals They Send

The Whisper of Emotions: Decoding the Crucial Signals They Send

Posted in Insights, Motivational, News

From the moment we wake until we close our eyes, we experience various feelings and emotions. Both are vital and communicate helpful messages about the world around us - we must work to understand and not judge them.

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Unlock Conversations: Choosing the Perfect Back-Pocket Question for Networking

Unlock Conversations: Choosing the Perfect Back-Pocket Question for Networking

Posted in Insights, Motivational, News

Social awareness is essential for making strong connections when networking. A well-chosen back-pocket question can enrich conversations, helping you build meaningful connections and stand out in small talk and professional settings.

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From Good to Great: The Journey of Authentic Leadership through Compassion

From Good to Great: The Journey of Authentic Leadership through Compassion

Posted in Insights, Motivational, News

Embracing authentic leadership guided by compassion transforms good leaders into great ones, as it fosters profound relationships and shapes the essence of our leadership journey. At its core, compassion fuels empathy, defining our roles as leaders.

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The Drive-By Life Addiction: The Silent Struggle in a Fast-Paced World

The Drive-By Life Addiction: The Silent Struggle in a Fast-Paced World

Posted in Insights, Motivational, News

Do you have a work-life balance? I've learned that passion affects my ability to practise mindfulness and reduce the 'Drive-By Life' lifestyle.

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What Will Your Story Be? Reflections on Life's Lasting Impact

What Will Your Story Be? Reflections on Life's Lasting Impact

Posted in Insights, Legacy, Motivational, News

I often speak about the importance of our living legacy, but after losing a dear friend, it truly sank in that we create our legacy every day. Our daily actions, guided by our values, shape the impact we leave on others. By taking time for reflection, we can ensure that the story we write with our lives reflects who we truly are and what we hope to leave behind.

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Fueling Success with Passion: How to Master Your Passion and Create a Life of Happiness

Fueling Success with Passion: How to Master Your Passion and Create a Life of Happiness

Posted in Insights, Motivational, News

Passion is the catalyst to happiness and success; it drives us to acquire knowledge, master skills, have a growth mindset, ultimately enhancing our emotional intelligence.

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Flow and the Art of Living: Finding Balance and Joy

Flow and the Art of Living: Finding Balance and Joy

Posted in Insights, Motivational, News

Many of us seek our passion, but few realize that tapping into our flow can guide us toward that passion and bring lasting joy. Embracing flow is key to achieving peak performance and discovering a more fulfilling, balanced life.

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Nurturing Your Mental Health and Well-being: Strategies for Practicing Self-Compassion

Nurturing Your Mental Health and Well-being: Strategies for Practicing Self-Compassion

Posted in Insights, Motivational, News, Next Steps

Self-compassion is crucial to our overall well-being and mental health. We must focus on strategies as simple as using positive self-talk to reinforce self-compassion.

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