When I graduated from high school, I decided to enlist in the United States Air Force. The idea of earning money for college, building a career and seeing the world intrigued and excited me. My …
You ARE good enough
“It’s never too late to be what you might have been.” —George Eliot I was having lunch with a colleague when he leaned in and said, “Can I ask you a personal question?” I said, “Of course! What’s …
5 Steps to a Happier Healthier Life
On New Year’s Eve, me and my husband Doug took my Mom and Dad out for dinner to celebrate. During dinner, my Dad shared some stories about growing up on the farm and my Mom chimed in with stories …
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How the Rule of Reciprocity Drives You To Do What You Do
Do you remember the last time someone did you a favor — lent you a tool, gave you a ride, helped you move or delivered a dish of food when you were sick? Did you then feel a sense of obligation to …
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How Social Proof Influences You for Better or Worse
Humans and animals alike practice herd behavior, drawing cues from one another as to how to behave. We call these cues “social proof.” In the book Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion by Robert B. …
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What Deer Antlers and Soft Skills Have in Common
Deer antlers are among the fastest growing tissues in the animal kingdom. In North America, deer start growing their antlers in April. They grow up to two inches per week and are fully formed by late …
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