"We've all fallen. And we have the skinned knees and bruised hearts to prove it. But scars are easier to talk about than they are to show - and rarely do we see wounds that are in the process of healing." - Brené Brown Throughout our lives, we’ve all experienced failure, disappointment and heartbreak. But [...]
When it comes to life success, what’s more important: book smarts or street smarts? Cognitive intelligence (IQ) versus emotional intelligence (EQ) is a topic debated by many. Some believe the most successful people are the brainiacs of the world, while others say the emotionally savvy have the upper hand. When we were young, our parents [...]
In honor of Thanksgiving, I wanted to take this opportunity to talk about gratitude. With countless podcasts, books and Ted talks on the subject, it’s no secret that practicing gratitude is important. But how many of us actually do it? While it may seem easy for Oprah and Tony Robbins, being grateful isn’t always easy. [...]
There are countless articles on preparing for a job interview with advice that has basically become common knowledge—research the company, dress appropriately, be punctual and so on. However, many people leave out one vital point. What they forget to mention is the importance of asking the right questions. Many candidates assume that if they’ve successfully [...]
With modern technology, your work is accessible no matter where you are. This leads to many of us answering emails after work hours, preparing for presentations over the weekends and not knowing how to truly switch off from work mode. So what’s the difference between being a hard worker and a workaholic? Where do you [...]
Do you know the average person makes about 200 decisions each day? And that’s just about food. I admit I’m that person who stares at the menu for way too long before ordering. I even get anxiety standing in line at Starbucks sometimes – as I’m waiting and thinking about my options, I panic when [...]
Tournesol Wellness: An Oasis in a Busy City Coming in from the hectic, fast-paced New York City streets, I felt an immediate sense of calm as I stepped inside Tournesol Wellness. The peaceful music and aromatherapy instantly transported me to a more relaxed state of mind. I was greeted by Carey Davidson, founder of Tournesol [...]
