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Power of Inner Connection

Power of Inner Connection

Sometimes what you give to someone else is what you crave for yourself. What often gets hidden or masked from yourself and others are your core needs, conscious or unconscious, that influence how you think, feel, and act to adapt and stay safe. How you react when your expectations are unmet is primarily impacted by your instinctual patterns and beliefs about what’s acceptable regarding emotions, behavior, and social norms. Here are some ways you can tap into the power of inner connection to think more clearly and get in tune with your physical being and emotions.

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A Mindful Approach to Communicating

A Mindful Approach to Communicating

It can be pretty disheartening and disruptive when what we say causes friction rather than connection in our relationships. We may not even be aware of the reason. Our approach—or lack of one—can send the discussion awry. Our mood, vibe, tone, or use of words may trigger a visceral reaction or shut down for the other person. Here are some ways to balance out your tendencies and be more mindful of your communication approach.

Career: Adapting and Responding Quickly

Career: Adapting and Responding Quickly

Managing your emotions effectively while being aware of the energy and vibe flowing in the environment are proficiencies you can cultivate. And unless your instinctual nature is acclimating like a chameleon, you’ll most likely need to integrate new behaviors and habits to minimize your “nerves” taking over a conversation. Here are five things you can try when preparing for your next meeting or presentation.

Career Leadership: Inspiring Others

Career Leadership: Inspiring Others

You don’t need a specific job title to motivate and guide others. Taking a more active role in the well-being of others not only positively impacts them but activates the best in you as well. With purpose and practice, you can manage your natural tendencies and boost your skills to inspire others by experimenting with EQ proficiencies outside your usual patterns.

Personal Branding: Reclaiming Your Authority

Personal Branding: Reclaiming Your Authority

If you are feeling unmotivated, overwhelmed, exhausted, or stressed, it may be time to reclaim your authority on how you allocate energy. Your personal brand suffers when you take on more and more activities that directly compete with those you’ve already committed to or things you’d rather be doing. Here are five ways that have helped me find balance and alignment with my personal brand.

How Much Do You “Cover Up” in Your Communication

How Much Do You “Cover Up” in Your Communication

The term “covering up” has various meanings. From a communication perspective, I’m referring to holding back from expressing yourself fully to protect or conceal an aspect of yourself from others. Most successful relationships are founded on mutual respect, understanding, and acceptance. Here are a few tips to be more balanced in your communication approach.