by Bede | Nov 16, 2020 | Blog
Wherever You Are, Be There One of the major reasons why we fail to find happiness or to create unique lifestyle is because we have not yet mastered the art of being. While we are home our thoughts are still absorbed with solving the challenges we face at the office....
by Bede | Nov 13, 2020 | Blog
At some point in life, many leaders will admit that the dreams and passions deep in their heart flounder under the pressure to execute goals and tasks with just enough energy to get through Monday. And then, at some point, the innovative possibilities of “what if” die...
by Bede | Nov 12, 2020 | Blog
Do you often feel like you have spent your whole day chipping away at your to-do list without accomplishing any of the things that are most important to you? You are not alone. As a CEO, mom, wife, volunteer, friend, daughter and overachiever, I know how that feels....
by Bede | Nov 11, 2020 | Blog
Our lives are greatly affected by what we know, since what we know determines the decisions we will make. Just as we are affected by what we know, we are also affected by how we feel. While philosophy deals essentially with the logical side of life—information and...
by Bede | Nov 10, 2020 | Blog
These three scenarios have one thing in common. Can you guess it? You just finished exercising, and your mom left you a voicemail. “Hi honey. Can you take me to the doctor tomorrow at 11 a.m.?” You have an important work call then, but you know she’ll be upset if you...
by Bede | Nov 9, 2020 | Blog
The “power of positive thinking” is a popular concept, and sometimes it can feel a little cliché. But the physical and mental benefits of positive thinking have been demonstrated by multiple scientific studies. A positive mindset can give you more...
by Bede | Nov 9, 2020 | Blog
Think of someone you love spending time with. Someone whose infectious enthusiasm for life has a way of reframing your challenges and boosting your confidence to rise above them. Someone you can count on to embolden your thinking—to back yourself more and doubt...
by Bede | Nov 6, 2020 | Blog
It was a Wednesday night. On Oct. 2 of this year, I learned the fate of the biggest, scariest goal I had ever set. Ever. I’ve always been a goal-setter. I set weight-related goals and running mileage goals and spin class goals. I’ve set book-reading goals. I’ve set...
by Bede | Nov 5, 2020 | Blog
Failure is a part of life. It’s inescapable, but failure is only a loss if you don’t learn anything from it. Most entrepreneurs have fallen in their lives—some more severely than others. However, those who make it to the pinnacle only do so by dusting themselves off...
by Bede | Nov 4, 2020 | Blog
During the years when professional basketball was just beginning to become popular, Bill Russell, who played center for the Boston Celtics, was one of the greatest players in the professional leagues. He was especially known for his rebounding and defensive skills,...