Hungry for diversity, authenticity, individuality? As it relates to the fast-food industry, positive psychology says that red triggers stimulation, hunger, and appetite and attracts attention. Positive psychology states that yellow triggers feelings of happiness and friendliness. Nope, it is not a coincidence or an accident that the logos of so many successful fast-food restaurants […]
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Remember in the blog titled, Distract The Distractions, when I asked myself why I have accepted being the “best-kept secret” when I am great at what I do and responded that I wasn’t sure what I wanted to be known for? The truth is that I do actually know what I want to be
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As an introvert and a “helper”, I don’t just love solitude, I need it to function at my best. As much as I love people – family, friends, clients, staff, mentees, students – I love me and I love spending time alone. It’s nothing personal. It’s not about anyone but me and my preferences
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They say when the student is ready the teacher appears. As a recovering planner, overthinker, and perfectionist, I can say that has absolutely been true throughout my life. I don’t do things that I truly don’t want to do. I also don’t do things that I feel I’m not ready to do. The latter
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I’ve developed and managed successful programs. I’ve facilitated powerful youth and adult groups. I’ve formed and led strong multidisciplinary teams. I’ve taught courses and delivered trainings that allow students and professionals to tap into their strengths and advance their skills and careers. I am great at what I do and everyone who knows me
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I’ve recently joined a lot of social work groups on Facebook. One of the questions I’ve seen in almost all the groups is about how to earn good money without multiple job or without a license. Another common complaint is low wages. I am going to continue to shout from the rooftops that social
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I love Twitter. Let me clarify…I love #socialworktwitter. I love the community of like-minded professionals and a real-time pulse on what is happening in the field of social work around the world. Last week I came across a powerful tweet that I agree with wholeheartedly and that reignited something in me. “Social workers must
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As adults, we spend a lot of time – likely the majority of our time – at work. Very few of us only put in 40 hours each week – especially with the trend and necessity of working from home. The lines between work life and home life are often blurred by the accessibility
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Mental health refers to our emotional and social well-being and impacts how we think, feel, and behave. It plays a role in connecting with others, making decisions, handling stress, and many other aspects of daily life. Mental health is health. Mental health is wealth. Mental Health Awareness Month
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Elevation requires honesty and transparency. I am always on a journey of self-discovery – every new level in life demands a different version of me. Remember when I told you that I would never leave you where I haven’t gone! Well, here’s a bit more transparency and I trust that it will help you
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