We go on and on about how to set boundaries, but what about that pang of guilt after telling someone ‘no’? — The feeling of guilt and shame after setting well-needed boundaries is all too real. However, the topic of how to deal with it is often missing from the discussions about setting boundaries, which is why it’s time to look back at what we can do to minimize post-boundary setting guilt. Revisit Your Intentions

From boundaries to organization, let’s navigate through the highs and lows of working from home — Without the physical distance between work and home, drawing a line between our work and personal lives can become a bit tricky, so here are some tips for staying on top of your WFH (working from home) game: 1. Pick A Designated Workspace and Stick to It When working at home, it can be super tempting to do your…

Taking diversity initiatives one step further with inclusivity — The beauty of diversity is that it can bring all types of new ideas and opportunities to the table. In fact, Deloitte pinpoints the diversity of markets, customers, ideas, and talents as four of the most influential trends for the future of business. …

How emotional intelligence can strengthen D&I in your workplace — As we seek out ways to improve the quality of our workplace, let’s not leave diversity and inclusion out of the discussion. Having a diverse and inclusive workplace allows us to better understand the needs and desires of the population we work to serve. By working with everyone from all…

And why you don’t have to be a leader to make a difference with empathy — Social distancing does not mean we have to be emotionally distant to those we live and work with. In fact, the recent shift to virtual meetings and working at home calls for much more empathy in the workplace. …

The ups and downs of 2020 and what we can gather from it — Let’s be honest– the year 2020 was an emotional rollercoaster. Now, as it comes to an end, we can look back on how the obstacles presented to us have challenged us, emotionally socially and physically. …

How our emotions shape the way we perceive our past and how it can be used to improve our future — With each fleeting moment becoming a thing of the past, we store lots of information, knowledge, and life events in our memory, and with each new experience, we continue to add to this gigantic library of memory in our brain. Our brain primarily stores a large variety of our memories…

A quick glimpse at the importance of good conflict resolution — There’s no such thing as the perfect relationship. Whether it’s with friends, family, or your partner, there is bound to be some sort of conflict that arises in your lifetime. …

Sometimes we must sit through the storm before we find peace — Phrases like “Positive vibes only!” and “Don’t worry, be happy!” have been circulating quite a lot lately now that our lives have been stuck in this sort of limbo between abnormal and normal for the past few months. …