We constantly face stimuli that fight for our attention. Recognizing how our biases shape how we interpret reality is an essential task in self-understanding. My blogs are about self-discovery, exploring who we are and how we interact with the world. This month’s essay focuses on biases that can distort the truth. Today, we look atContinue reading “The Focusing Illusion: Why One Thing Feels Like Everything”
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How to See Yourself Objectively (Even When It’s Uncomfortable)
Honest self-reflection, seeing our true selves, can feel threatening because it challenges the image that we have of ourselves now. It can often create conflict in how we confront flaws and past mistakes. It can also contradict our values, trigger vulnerability, and even fear of social consequences. All of which can hold us back fromContinue reading “How to See Yourself Objectively (Even When It’s Uncomfortable)”
Solomon’s Paradox: Why You’re Wiser About Others Than Yourself
What if I told you that you already possess all the wisdom you need to solve your toughest problems? You will need to learn to step outside yourself and apply this wisdom to your life. King Solomon of ancient Israel (970-931 BC) was known the world over for his wisdom and fair justice. His kingdomContinue reading “Solomon’s Paradox: Why You’re Wiser About Others Than Yourself”
Your Constants: Grounding Your Mind’s Eye for 2026
As we approach the new year, we stand at a familiar crossroads, one that is full of possibilities and uncertainty. The sense of a new beginning, a chance to realign. The turning of the calendar can tempt us to imagine that change arrives automatically, but the truth is we design our lives through the choicesContinue reading “Your Constants: Grounding Your Mind’s Eye for 2026”
The Gentle Strength of Discipline – Designing Tomorrow
“With self-discipline, almost anything is possible.” – Theodore Roosevelt December is a month of reflection and preparation for the new year. This blog series focuses on our mind’s eye, which refers to the ability to visualize or imagine something in your mind without physically seeing it. Reflection and preparation allow us to work toward ourContinue reading “The Gentle Strength of Discipline – Designing Tomorrow”
Motivation: The Spark That Fuels Vision
We might say, “I’m fixin to.” In our mind’s eye, it is not yet action, but it’s more than a lingering thought. It is the mental preparation and gathering of our energy. Motivation is present here as we prepare to step forward. There is a moment before action, a gateway where clarity gathers. According toContinue reading “Motivation: The Spark That Fuels Vision”
The Power of Feedback and Continuous Reflection
Self-evaluation is not something we do and put away. It is a continuous cycle. I have always believed that evaluating ourselves is a solitary sport. However, with age, I have learned that it is essential to seek external feedback as part of the process. Our personal evaluations are subjective, based on our assessments, which areContinue reading “The Power of Feedback and Continuous Reflection”
SWOT + So What: A Framework for Intentional Growth
Self-evaluation is stepping back and looking at the big picture. In the business world, this is often done by completing a SWOT analysis. This involves taking inventory of strengths and weaknesses, including resources, capabilities, and challenges. This is a strategic assessment to inform decision-making. Today, we are conducting a personal SWOT analysis, which consists ofContinue reading “SWOT + So What: A Framework for Intentional Growth”
Where Am I Now? Taking Inventory
“The view we adopt of ourselves profoundly affects the way we lead our life. You can determine whether you become the person you want to be and whether you accomplish the things you value.” -Carol Dweck The new year is a fresh start, a time to set new goals and create an intentional plan forContinue reading “Where Am I Now? Taking Inventory”
Building Resilience: A Guide to Thriving Through Uncertainty
“Sometimes we make the process more complicated than we need to. We will never make a journey of a thousand miles by fretting about how long it will take or how hard it will be. We make the journey by taking each day step by step and then repeating it again and again until weContinue reading “Building Resilience: A Guide to Thriving Through Uncertainty”