Positive deviants are people who diverge from the norm in constructive ways. They make the world a better place. If you’re a positive deviant, this blog is for you.
Is fast thinking slowing you down?
Is fast thinking slowing you down? When you’re too busy stressing over everything, you lack …
Your brain on stress – it’s scary
We all know that stress is not a good thing. But did you know that …
‘Your brain doesn’t just ‘fog’ under stress: it shrinks
Don’t let stress get to you. Stress kills brain cells and impairs your thinking. A …
7 surprising habits of resilient people
Are you struggling to grow in your personal or professional life? If so, looking at …
Busy leader or wise leader? Which are you?
Task overload, crisis control, interruptions and on-the-fly decisions. They come with the territory when you …
The 4 types of social support leaders really need
Feeling stressed? You may just need someone to talk to. Research suggests that social support …
What to do when you have too much to do
Everyone feels overwhelmed occasionally. Unfortunately, sometimes the feeling doesn’t go away. This can bring about …
4 proven ways to stop overworking: I use them every day
Are you a workaholic? Do you find yourself working every hour of the day and …
Conflict coaching for leaders
Leaders need to know how to deal with conflicts. Unfortunately, low confidence or self-esteem may …
7 benefits of a ‘mental fitness’ routine
A physical fitness routine helps you maintain your physical health, but what about your mental …
Why leaders should focus on hope, not resilience
Resilience is an important part of positive psychology, but it’s not everything. Maintaining optimism and …
Lead with HOPE – not goals – in tough times
In Year 8, my friend Gavin and I wrote a science fiction play about a …