Never Let a Good Crisis Go to Waste
When something bad happens, we usually feel stressed. If the event is very bad, we might obsess about it and cease to function normally. An emotionally intelligent person follows the dictate of Winston Churchill: “Never let a good crisis go to waste.” How can we put...
Are You Self-Actualized?
Many individuals living in wealthy countries want to be self-actualized. Have you reached that lofty perch? According to Abraham Maslow, who coined the term, self-actualization involves individuals making the most of their potential. Maslow said...
What Do You Want From Your Life?
If you had to describe your life so far in five words, which words would you choose? Write them down and then read on. Here are my five words: exciting, varied, happy, long, fortunate. The last word, fortunate, makes me think of a beloved Aussie book: “A...
Finding Meaning
Psychologists and philosophers often talk about the importance of finding meaning in life. At a recent world congress on behavioural and cognitive treatment, I heard a great healer, Dr Aaron Beck, describe how he has helped persistently psychotic individuals come out...
How Creative Are You?
I am not seeking a new job, but if I were, I might be asked to show that I am creative. More and more companies want to hire creative individuals. Could I show that I am creative? To answer that question, I have to define creativity. The usual...
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