Just this last spring, Harvard Business Review published an article titled “Leading an Exhausted Workforce”. I absolutely loved this article. I loved that the author so blatantly calls out that we are still – yes still – exhausted. It’s what I see. It’s what I hear. On a regular basis. The acknowledgement and validation of… Continue reading Calculated Steps
I was raised by two loving, self-proclaimed workaholics. My parents ran their own business when I was young and they worked absolutely crazy hours. I was an only child, so I was alone. A lot. This frame of reference growing up was unique. Witnessing my parents build and run a successful business provided me a… Continue reading My Story
This time of year, we like to reflect and identify some team goals to get us through the end of the year. This November, we are focusing on carving out some time and space to spend the “Holidays Unplugged.” To do this well and still meet those high work demands, it’s all about three things:… Continue reading Holidays Unplugged
It’s spring, and the Alaskan ground has been slowly thawing itself. I feel that way myself too – finally the warmth of the sun has reached my core. Our work worlds need more of this. This thawing, and the deep rejuvenation of a warm, spring sun. Working with clients in stress management over the past… Continue reading Drop the Busy & Let the Sun In
This year has been so tumultuous that this holiday season feels a bit abnormal. Similar to other people in our community, we will be celebrating our holiday dinners with less people at our table due to a myriad of reasons: travel changes, the safety of high risk family members, and the various other challenges that… Continue reading Gratitude, Grace, And Grief
I’ve been reflecting lately on steadiness. Specifically, the value of finding “Steady” in the midst of chaos, unrest, and disarray. Steady doesn’t mean everything has to be good or positive, nor does it require us to be calm at the moment. It’s more of a recognition that despite the chaos, things are either “ok” or… Continue reading Focus to Steady
We are in a moment of unknown. This applies to our immediate families, close communities, the wider community, our neighbors and world. It can be difficult to focus and stay steady at such times. Our minds may be racing with scattered thoughts, concerns and fears, or we may feel frustration or annoyance at the unexpected… Continue reading How to Work in Unstable Times
It can be challenging at times – juggling work and life. Our Team met over coffee and tea last week at Steam Dot and we laughed about our own challenges in cultivating balance. We discussed our efforts and how we connect to full and meaningful use our time. The Integration Group brainstorms often on how to better… Continue reading Don’t Be Rushed
The front of my refrigerator is a well-loved canvas. Crayon colored pictures cover nearly every bit of silver to be found – no doubt, a common scene for parents everywhere. However, in the upper left-hand corner, it holds a drawing of my own. It’s a simple picture of a house, family, and two words written… Continue reading Resilience at Work Reminders for Good Management (and Parenting)
The challenge is we don’t stop – we just keep going. We have learned to work through stressors and pain. Many of us work late into the evenings, run back-to-back meetings, and carry significant stress in our bodies. And we do this Every. Single. Day. We are fatigued and exhausted – leaving what little remains for our… Continue reading Self-Care: Three Mini-Practices for Work
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