Hi Reader, If you've been a subscriber, you may know that when I've been busy and don't have an article to share with you, it helps my work life balance. That said, I still have your Two for Tuesday recommendations. Recommendations This week's recommendations can help you with your own self-care through examination of how you use your time. Time Confetti and the Broken Promise of Leisure by Ashley Whillans. This article notes that we have more leisure time, but it's less relaxing. That's...
8 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, Happy Tuesday! This week I share about how I took a big step toward growing as a non-anxious presence. Let me know what you think. Thanks! How to Take an Emotional Stand-Part 2 of 2 Photo: depositphotos Read on the Blog In Part 1, I shared what I have learned about taking an emotional stand. I defined taking an emotional stand as being able to say what I feel and what I believe in a non-anxious way. That post was mostly about technique: using “I” statements, not blaming, giving...
15 days ago • 3 min read
Hi Reader,It's Tuesday! This week I'm sharing the first of a two part series on how you can say what you believe in a healthy way. If you're in the U.S., you may need that this Thursday. And no matter where you are, I think you'll find it helpful. ICYMI, my new resource, A Non-Anxious Presence Workbook: Five Steps to Go Be Yourself, is on sale for $9 until Midnight EST this Friday. I also throw in a couple of my books at no extra charge. You can get all the details HERE. How to Take an...
22 days ago • 4 min read
Hi Reader,Happy Tuesday! This week's post is a sequel to sharing your family history. The same is true for your organization or congregation. Also, be on the lookout later this week for an email announcing A Non-Anxious Leader Workbook: Five Steps to Go Be Yourself. I decided to put it together to help you be more intentional in your most anxious situations. Finally, don't forget that I have a special opportunity for those of you who celebrate Advent and are interested in leading an Advent...
29 days ago • 5 min read
Hi Reader,It's Two for Tuesday time! The holidays are coming, and I dug up this post to highlight how stories foster healthy emotional connection. I hope you find it helpful. Also, in case you missed it: I have a special opportunity for those of you who celebrate Advent and are interested in leading an Advent study with a new digital tool. Scroll down if you're interested. Strengthen Your Family by Sharing in Its History Read on the Blog According to Emory University researchers, Marshall...
about 1 month ago • 5 min read
Hi Reader,Happy Tuesday! This week's post explains how self-differentiation can help you lead teams that work well together. I hope you find it helpful. AND, I have a special opportunity for those of you who celebrate Advent and are interested in leading a Advent study with a new digital tool. There's a lot involved, so I'm putting all of the information at the very bottom. Scroll down if you're interested. How to Spot a Team Player Photo: yayimages Read on the Blog Great things can be...
about 1 month ago • 4 min read
Hi Reader,I've found the key to making an impact is doing things that are important but not urgent. These are the things that are easy to put off in favor of life's incessant demands. This week's post shares wisdom from the Wizard of Westwood that has been helpful to me. Be Quick–but Don’t Hurry Photo: towfiq007 Read on the Blog When I was growing up, UCLA men’s basketball was a dynasty. They were led by coach, John Wooden, who was known as the “Wizard of Westwood,” which is the L.A....
about 2 months ago • 3 min read
Hi Reader,Happy Tuesday! This week's musing is a post that I wrote seven years ago when I was writing my first book. I'm reminded that impact rarely occurs without discomfort. I hope you find this helpful. Making a Difference Is Scary ©TTstudio - stock.adobe.com Seth Godin recently had a blog post entitled “Feels risky.” He writes every day and his posts are usually brief. Here is the entire post: “The gulf between "risky" and "feels risky" is huge. And it's getting bigger. It turns out that...
about 2 months ago • 3 min read
Hi Reader, Happy Tuesday to you! This week I published Episode 300 of The Non-Anxious Leader Podcast. Like my age, it's just a number, but it's a milestone, nonetheless. This week's post unpacks Adam Grant's research on givers, takers and matchers. I hope you find it helpful. Nice People Finish Last (and First) Photo: rnl Read on the Blog In his book, Give and Take: Why Helping Others Drives our Success, Wharton psychologist, Adam Grant, describes three types of social interaction styles in...
2 months ago • 4 min read