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Emotional Intelligence in Leadership

  Daniel Goleman, author of Emotional Intelligence: Why It Can Matter More Than IQ, states that emotional intelligence is essential for successful management just as much as high IQ is. Emotional intelligence consists of self-awareness, self-regulation, social skills, empathy, and motivation. All of these skills increase the likelihood of being in a healthy work environment...

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Healthy Boundaries in The Workplace

  In a culture that is highly collectivistic rather than individualistic, it can be difficult to set clear boundaries. Boundaries are relatively a new concept to many, and they are essential in order to have successful relationships and careers. People pleasing coupled with a lack of awareness can be a deadly combination that quickly leads...

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Coping Mechanisms

Types of Coping Mechanisms: Healthy vs Unhealthy The last two years have not been easy for anyone. Life in itself is very challenging, and with a global pandemic we saw people struggling financially, some grieving loved ones, and others fighting for their lives. Many of us haven’t lived through a pandemic like this before, and...

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The Truth About Giving From An Empty Place

Somewhere along the line we’ve lost sight of the fine line between selfishness and self care. Wanting to live from a place of giving can be a beautiful thing, but it can often be unsustainable if we lose ourselves in the process. Work, social interactions, people, and life challenges can be overwhelming and draining. If...

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How to Beat Defensiveness and Handle Criticism

Celebrities, actors, and singers aren’t the only ones that struggle with handling criticism. Putting your all in a project, only to face disapproval, highlights the importance of effective handling criticism in professional settings. Doing your best on an assignment, and then hearing critique, shows that handling criticism is key to growth. Mastering the art of...

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The Comparison Trap: How to Stop Comparing Yourself to Others

Eleanor Roosevelt once described comparison as the “thief of joy”, and truer words were never spoken. The habit of comparing yourself to other people robs you of your joy because it prevents you from celebrating your own wins and milestones. We tend to think that we might be the only people struggling with this, but...