Posts Tagged ‘Optimism’
Stress Rescue Routine: E.A.S.E.
Stress Rescue Routine: E.A.S.E. Stress doesn’t have to kill us. But sometimes we need a rescue from the chaos that has swallowed us. Learning how to respond well to stress allows us to stay energized enough to care for others, rather than being burnt out and irritable. It also allows us to work smarter and…
Read MoreDealing with Disruption & Uncertainty
What can we do when life goes crazy around us? Changes, chaos, uncertainty, and seasons of waiting can cause massive disruption to our equilibrium. Even positive events, and exciting activities (like a wedding, job change, or vacation) are still disruptors in our ordinary lives. And then there’s the bad stuff. I’m sorry. I could use…
Read MoreCultivating Optimism to Become Resilient
Optimism isn’t being happy, or putting a positive spin on life. In fact, the scientific definition of Optimism borrowed from the field of positive psychology, has the power to transform our experience of life, and bring more resilience to every situation. The Scientific Definition of Optimism Here at Wild + Brave we keep company with…
Read MoreWhy You Should LOL
For thousands of years, we have all heard that laughter is the best medicine. Whether your problem is physical, mental, or emotional, it is good to remember what Mark Twain said, “Against the assault of laughter nothing can stand.” I know that even on a good day, I love to laugh, and I love to hear the laughter of people I care about. Today, many professionals are finding that laughter is literally what the doctor ordered.
Read MoreHeart Health and Positive Connection
As you are probably aware, heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. What you may not have heard is that a lack of positive connection has the same detrimental health effects as smoking and excessive alcohol use! What if there were something you could do in just a few minutes per day that would help you dramatically improve both your cardiovascular health AND your ability to generate positive connections with others?
There are exciting research studies that show how meditation—specifically loving-kindness meditation—has a direct and measurable impact on our brains and our hearts. (Read More)
Read MoreMasterclass Show Notes: Put Me in Meaning
Hello Everyone! This week we had our first Masterclass called “Put ‘Me’ in Meaning.” And here are the show notes! Please enjoy watching the Facebook Live Broadcast embedded below, and interact in the comments as if you were live. We will see your comments, and look forward to seeing you take on the 3 Mini…
Read MoreWild + Brave Thanksgiving Challenge
Whether you’ve got a big turkey dinner planned or not, chances are good you’re planning to do something to acknowledge the holiday tomorrow. And while it’s great that “Thanksgiving Day” gives us in the USA an annual excuse to stop and practice gratitude, it actually can become challenging not to let the day pass us by in busyness. …
Read MoreHoliday Survival Toolkit Part 3 – The Power of Savoring
Family Friday: What Happens at 30,000 feet, Doesn’t Stay at 30,00 Feet!
On this Family Friday, I’m telling you a story that I’ve never told before. It’s something that happened to me at 30,000 feet 30 years ago, but it changed my life and shaped the way that I interact with my family. It’s something that seems so simple but can have a MASSIVE impact on our…
Read MorePositive Feedback for Parents
How long has it been since someone told you exactly what you’re doing WELL as a parent? (Yeah, I know…people don’t seem as forthcoming with that as they are with “helpful advice.”) Well, get ready for some positive feedback…I’m going to tell you three things that you’re doing AMAZINGLY well as a parent!
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