Hope and fear are both infectious and include anticipation of a possible outcome. “You will cease to fear if you cease to hope” (Seneca) You cannot hope for something without also fearing that it may not happen, it’s the same for any uncertainty. How you...
What is the truth about motivation? What motivates us? Are we really motivated by rewards? And do rewards and incentives lead to higher performances? The research shows that in the workplace, we need to pay people enough to take money off the table, but for any task...
How can lockdown be so tiring? Fatigue can have both physical and non-physical consequences. Following a competition we expect to be tired and know we need a rest- even if we don’t always take one. After exams or a long period of study, we treat ourselves to a...
A kind hug may not be available at the moment, but kindness takes many forms. We are seeing displays of kindness in frontline workers and all those involved in the fight against Covid-19 . It may be perceived as an expectation, a part of their job, but there is no...
When motivation is high, taking action can be easy. Whether you want to lose weight, reduce your stress levels or learn a new skill, getting started is less of a problem for most people. Our body and mind provide us with notifications when we reach our heaviest...
Think about the last goal you had, why did you stop working on it? Did you get bored or distracted? Many people say lack of time, maybe work or family commitments as the reason for stopping, but most of us have these challenges, so why is it so hard to stay focused?...
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