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.

How long does ‘learned happiness’ last? Here’s what the research shows

Are you wondering how long ‘learned happiness’ lasts? Well, here’s an eye-opener for you. Learning …

Does mindfulness really reduce stress?

If you’re a busy manager or high achiever, you are probably all too familiar with …

Which is better for staying resilient? Hope or mindfulness?

We’ve all heard it before—mindfulness is the go-to strategy for managing stress, isn’t it? But …

Newly discovered brain pathway explains how stress early in life impacts brain function

I’ve always been fascinated by how vividly we remember some memories, while others  fade away …

Confident people have as many negative thoughts as everyone else!

Do you believe that negative thoughts are a sign of low confidence? Well, that just …

What do positive leaders DO?

Are you a leader striving to align your professional success with a positive impact on …

Why I created the complete confidence lab

Today I’d like to share the story behind the Complete Confidence Lab – a program …

What are your social posts really saying about you

Why do people paint exaggerated pictures of their success and happiness on social media? It’s …

Highly sensitive or highly responsive

What does it mean to be sensitive, really? You might picture someone who gets easily …

Stop trying to fix yourself. Do this instead.

How often have you been told to work on ‘overcoming’ your weaknesses so you can …

How to ‘do’ courage

Courage is more complicated than you think. That’s why it’s so hard to build. Recent …

Hope isnt just a personal resource social context matters, too.

Imagine navigating the vast ocean of life, where your boat symbolises your hope and the …