Some books I have read have been life changing. If you are interested in learning and personal growth, here is a starter kit for fabulous non-fiction books and films by the authors. A spreadsheet at the TED Talk Book Discussion…
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Procrastination Triggers
When procrastination happens, it helps to know what to do instead. Procrastination is a failure to regulate yourself. The limbic system of the brain has an automatic response to avoid anything unpleasant or painful, often seeking pleasure for a hit…
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Yes or no?
In the movie “Yes, man,” Jim Carrey’s character decides to say yes to everything, and it leads to some amusing situations. Sometimes saying yes to opportunities can lead to expanding your comfort zone and some pretty amazing things. However, saying…
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PLANS for an Annual Review
This year, my PLANS for performing an annual review incorporate new things that I have learned organized in an efficient outline view. (The information at An Annual Review is also still helpful and relevant. You can download a free Keep…
How to Choose VIP AIMS
Very Important Pursuits are Active, Inspiring, Meaningful, Solutions. To truly focus on what matters most requires thoughtful choices. “We make our choices, then our choices make us.” What are VIP AIMs? If you are familiar with the Time Management Matrix…
Learn about goals
Six TED talks to help you set goals Goal setting is such an important skill in life and work, because goals make it possible to focus on what matters most. The TED talks below, plus a few more videos and…
Conversation Starters
Conversation starters can lead the way to meaningful conversations. A study by social psychology researcher Arthur Aron at Stony Brook University revealed that 36 questions (available at Greater Good) can lead to closer relationships. 1. The thing you most like about…
Planner Checklist
Planning is Thinking: it is important for time management, goals, projects, and even purpose. It is one of the top 10 skills employers want. Planning your time helps you to make the most of it so that you can accomplish what matters most to you.…
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The Priority Flowchart
Knowing where to begin on a to do list is important in day to day planning. To make the most of your time, learn more about Setting priorities with the Time Management Matrix, a well-known method that compares the urgent…
Wheel of Awareness
The ability to notice is vital to know when it is time to shift. When we notice our senses, bodily sensations, thoughts and feelings, and interactions with the outer world, we increase our awareness. Dr. Daniel Siegel created a tool…
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