A place for me and my personal development musings
I’ve been an anxious person for as long as I can remember. Sadly, I mean this literally – some of my earliest memories, dating back to kindergarten, are of me panicking over things that you wouldn’t want a child to obsess about (excessively worried that I could make a mistake, get in trouble at school, … Continue reading High-functioning anxiety: what I’ve learned
Why focusing too much on happiness will actually make this goal less achievable.
*Originally posted August 2018. Updated July 2022 I’ll admit that the first time I ate lunch in my car was an act of desperation. It was a hectic day at the office and suddenly the thought of eating in the cafeteria, going to my favourite coffee shop, or even taking a walk felt incredibly overwhelming. … Continue reading Why I eat lunch in my car, and why this is totally ok
A few weeks ago, I was feeling overwhelmed at work and decided that it was best to step away from my desk for a breather. It should have been a simple choice – I could have taken a quick walk, made myself a cup of coffee, or a number of other things. Instead, I felt … Continue reading Yes – it’s possible to overdo self-improvement…
You know the feeling when you finish an awesome movie, or a book, and you absolutely can’t wait to discuss it with someone? I'm sure you do. But for me, it’s often pretty challenging to find someone willing to let me rave about it, as the majority of the books I read, podcasts I listen … Continue reading The Lonely Moments on the Road to Becoming Your Best Self
A few months ago I had to have minor surgery. I wasn't particularly stressed about the surgery itself, as I knew what to expect, and was actually quite proud of myself for being able to put some of the coping skills I had learned into practice. Unfortunately, a few weeks before the big day I … Continue reading The right way to respond to someone’s anxiety
A few years ago I shared an office with a social worker. Our professional lives were totally separate, but naturally evolved into a work friendship due to the shared space. I’ll admit that I absolutely loved picking her brain about stuff – developing my listening skills, becoming a better communicator, and conflict management tips, to … Continue reading “99 percent of the time, it’s not about you” (AKA the best advice I was ever given)
How familiar does this sound? It’s the beginning of the new year, and you’re psyched for all you’re going to accomplish. If you’re like me, you might even grab some markers and make adorable lists, charts, and timelines. But…a few weeks later you start to feel overwhelmed, and those lists don’t feel quite as adorable … Continue reading Struggling to meet your goals? Check out these three tips!
This article is for anyone who might have failed trying to run their first 5K, for those that feel like they will never be a "real" runner, and who might be on the cusp of giving up. I've personally always had a love-hate relationship with running. The love comes from the almost guaranteed high after … Continue reading How I Finally Succeeded at Running 5K (after years of trying…)
If you’re like me, you might freeze on the TED homepage, overwhelmed by all the choices. I often heard about the talks, but didn’t know where to start, which probably stopped me from exploring the wealth of information on the site. About a year ago, my employer was undergoing a series of rapid organizational changes … Continue reading The TED Talk That Changed My Life
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