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"Nature is the greatest painter, and we are the apprentices, learning to imitate her grand designs." – Unknown

Mont Saint Michel, the iconic island commune in Normandy, France, is a testament to human ingenuity and resilience. With its awe-inspiring abbey perched atop a rocky hill, it is surrounded by tidal waters that have fascinated visitors for centuries. This architectural marvel seamlessly blends with the natural landscape, symbolizing a harmonious connection between humankind and the envi…

"The only way to make sense out of change is to plunge into it, move with it, and join the dance." – Alan Watts

Once an industrial behemoth, London's Battersea Power Station stood dormant for years until its recent monumental renovation. What used to produce power for the city has been reimagined as a vibrant hub of homes, offices, and cultural spaces. It's a remarkable testament to how something old and seemingly irrelevant can be breathed new life into, morphing into something completely diff…

"It's not the load that breaks you, it's the way you carry it." – Lou Holtz

Much like a vehicle's engine working at high RPMs for extended distances, we, too, risk burnout when constantly operating at peak performance. Unlike a car that has a clear "Check Engine Light," our own warning system can be less obvious. Recognizing our own signs is a sophisticated art. So, let's deepen our understanding of these symptoms and explore the nuanced strategies that can help us navigate away from the brink …

Are there any Pink Floyd fans out there?

I was recently working with a client on the five foundations of emotional intelligence and realized the Pink Floyd song “Us and Them” might be a great way to look at it. In fact, once you have read this article, you might want to go and enjoy the song. I will put a link at the bottom.

To connect with others meaningfully, we first have to connect with ourselves because if you can’t understand yourself, then you certainly can’t understand others.

Emotion…

To be a good ancestor, the legacy's seed,

Planting wisdom and hope for the yet-to-be's need,

In the soil of time, where our actions take root,

A garden awaits, where the virtues bear fruit.

A bridge to the future, our deeds and our lore,

A pathway well-lit for those on the shore,

The whispers of love, the courage we share,

Echo through ages, a song on the air.

In the dance of the seasons, the laugh of the stream,

A promise unspoken, a shared common dream,

To care for the Earth, its peo…

Change is the only constant in life, and the same holds true for organizations. There comes a pivotal moment in every organization's lifecycle when change is not merely an option but a requisite for growth and survival. Yet, when leaders seek to implement transformative changes, they often confront a monolithic wall of resistance labeled, "That's how we've always done it." But great leaders, leaders who are grounded, know how to navigate this resistance to bring about effective organizational ch…

"The most basic of all human needs is the need to understand and be understood. The best way to understand people is to listen to them." – Ralph G. Nichols

Every so often, stories emerge about individuals or organizations achieving the seemingly impossible. A few hours north of where I live on the east coast of the United States is a unique summer camp named "Seeds of Peace," which serves as a beacon of hope. Its mission? Facilitating dialogue between Palestinian and Israeli children who are in…

Sing not the song of common creed,

But let your quirks and oddities lead,

For in those twists and turns of mind,

A unique you, the world will find.

A walk that's strange, a laugh that's wild,

An imagination of a child,

Embrace these things, hold them dear,

They're what make you, you, quite clear.

What some may call your 'weird,' your 'strange,'

Is your beauty, broad in range,

A mystic dance, a vibrant flare,

An individual soul, so rare.

Let not the world your spirit tame,

Let not th…

"If you want people to trust you at work, showing them who you really are gives them permission to show up as their real selves too."

The call for a more connected and human-centered workplace is louder than ever. It is a topic close to my heart and one that I have been passionately exploring.

I am deeply humbled and honored to share with you my recent TEDx Talk, "Don't Check Yourself at the Door: How to Share Your True Self." In this talk, I introduce my CORE methodology aimed at helping us a…