Work-life balance is a constant practice
"In between goals is a thing called life, that has to be lived and enjoyed." - Sid Caesar At the start of a new year, most of us contemplate some type of resolutions, whether they be fitness or diet-related, improvements at work, or changing of certain habits. However, effective goal setting can …
Making 2015 Resolutions? Frame Them Around Known Components of HappinessRead More
In keeping with my recent thoughts on simplicity, my husband and I decided it would be a good experiment to see how we would fare without our most oft-used technology and media devices - phones, internet and computers, TV, radio, and car. After all, there were lots of projects to be done around the …
Kaizen, literally translated from Japanese as good change, has been defined in English as "continuous improvement" or "philosophy of improvement". My husband, who runs a patent law practice, uses this symbol as the core principle of his business, encircled by the terms, "inspire, innovate, …
Ever heard of that depression paradox, wherein the prevalence of depression in developing countries is often much lower than developed countries? This is often tied to Maslow's Heirarchy of Needs. In the developing countries, people are generally struggling and focused on getting their basic needs …
Prioritizing is a big part of time and stress management for busy professionals, but it requires self-awareness and a hard look at your deeply held principles. Through my own self-discovery and reflection over the past few years, I've noticed a pattern... I am the most happy when, amongst other …
Maximize Happiness by Recognizing your Childhood LimitationsRead More
"Turn jealousy into admiration and what you admire will become part of your life." - Yoko Ono Do you get inspired by competition, or does it turn you green with envy? In my previous post about climbing, I shared one of my favorite lessons, "There will always be someone who warms up on your …
How to Find Inspiration Instead of Jealousy in the Success of OthersRead More
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