For years, "Resilience, Creativity, and Radical Empathy Spark Meaningful Change" has been the guiding mantra of our company, Brave Changemakers. It's not just a catchy slogan; it emanates from our core and stems from personal experiences. This philosophy proves to be a practical and effective roadmap, especially in navigating through the unpredictable twists and turns of life, as we encountered this week in Dutch politics.
Meer lezenResilience is one of the three most important skills one can develop, combined with (among other traits) creativity and empathy. Especially in severely dramatic and dangerous situations, resilience is key. But it's not enough. Surviving is not thriving. Barely staying alive while giving it your all can only be upheld for so long. More is needed. Furthermore, praising a survivor's resilience can be detrimental. Making informed decisions on how to act and what to say is of vital importance. I'll expand on these issues in this article.
Meer lezenMaybe you can relate to this: you want to (or have to) do something quite challenging, which you haven't done ever before. And you get in your own way. You know you are probably able to pull it off, but something is just holding you back. For instance, your self-confidence is just lacking a bit of spark at the moment. Or you’ve recently made a mistake, in public or otherwise, which has made you a little more insecure and vulnerable. Whatever the case: you need a boost in your mental game…if you want to do that one brave thing. Here’s to get this show on the road.
Meer lezenIntegrating the habit of exercising daily is vital for self-care. It benefits your performance in other areas also. Besides the widely known advantages of exercise boosting your energy, while the brain releasing happy chemicals like endorphins that trigger a positive feeling, there is also another way your performance and exercise intertwine - and you can use this to your benefit, if you’ve previously struggled to accomplish something you’ve been trying on multiple occasions, to no avail. I’m talking about a nifty combination of purpose, habits and inspired action.
Meer lezenLast week started quite well! I recorded a podcast, I live streamed a wedding, and of course I bawled my eyes out at the I do's like an emo panda. I translated scripts, scheduled an update of a video series for my innovation program. It wasn't exactly smooth sailing, but hey, managing! And then it happened. A few strange swellings in my right hand that had been bothering me for a few weeks. They turned my hand into an inflammatory horror story. So my well-designed week schedule was pretty much destroyed. And the inflammation spread quickly… In this post, I share 7 keys to staying resilient when a LOT of things happen at the same time.
Meer lezenToday I'm sharing what I hope to be comforting and helpful to you. It has to do with #resilience, and dealing with loss, as many of us are. The main thought of today is: You are not what you have, and that's a BIG reassurance! Many people miss something, or a lot, of what they had in 'the old days', before you know what hit the globe. Perhaps it's a healthy turnover and good business, big in real life audiences for your keynotes, summer holidays, and that extra social ecosystem which is the office. Or perhaps other things you treasured.
Meer lezenWhen crisis hits, you don't know how you'll respond until it happens. And once it happens, it's time to get real about the truth of your nature, and to accept our initial stress response for what it really is. And build your source of resilience to pave the way onward.
Meer lezenMost creative achievers have to deal with them at some point: copycats. Someone steals a significant part of your creation. Or, clearly has been "inspired" by your work. And decides to use it for his or her own gain. What to do?
Meer lezenWhere were you when the lights went out? Facebook, Instagram AND Whatsapp were all down yesterday. For hours and hours on end. Was The Social Media Blackout Peaceful For You?
Meer lezenWhen you notice that you are feeling courageous, it means that you know your fears, but pursue despite of them. You are still connected with the source of fear, and use your positive energy to pursue whatever it is you want to achieve (or overcome). When you are being courageous, you are living according to your heart core story.
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