Oh, These Poignant Holidays… and Now This Too.
I find the holidays are more complicated and exhausting this year. It’s humbling. Here’s a dose of compassion for all of us.
Overwhelm and Stress Relief
Work that Helps the “Greater Good”? How About Good for Your Well-being at the Same Time?
I believe good meaningful work is possible without burnout or overwhelm. But how, when it seems so hard to do? I’ll explain.
Introverts Rethinking Their Focus Amidst the Mess of It All
If you’re feeling wobbly or shaken up by these times, you might be rethinking your priorities around work. Here’s a little love note to help us all.
How a Highly Sensitive Introvert Held Strong in the Storm
Sometimes seeing the news about floods, hurricanes, fires, and all manner of disasters can really get to me inside, even when it doesn’t directly affect
Having a Big Heart Can Also Mean Big Exhaustion. Start with Grounding.
My clients and I have big hearts (naturally empathetic), which means we automatically care about people and how it’s going in the world all around
Managing the Whirlwind of Feelings in a Whirlwind World
Finding your balance when life inside you or in the news feels overwhelming. Seeing injustice when you care so much is hard. What helps me.
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What If Your Career Ideas Feel Impossible?
You can either listen to or read this post (5 minutes): This is a common question. My answer is that you don’t even know it’s
The Introvert’s Easy Path To Going For It… Without Getting Overwhelmed
How to prevent yourself from feeling overwhelmed at work or with career goals, etc. This video will give you a shift in thinking that brings relief now.
How Do I Cope with Conflict and Speaking Up at Meetings?
Ack, conflict. Tough for most of us. And at work with all that pressure? Or in an activist group where you care so much but
Empathy Overwhelm? Finding Words and Answers Amidst Darkness
I originally wrote this post in December 2012 after a school shooting. Ouch, it hurts still to say those words. And I came back here
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