Great Leaders Earn Expressions of Gratitude
Dear MOTIVATION: I wanted to take a moment to express how incredibly grateful I am for my manager. She inspires and motivates our team daily with her positive attitude and unwavering support and empowerment. Her encouragement has made a significant difference in our work environment, and I often find myself wondering how I can show [โฆ]
Finding Light After Loss
Dear MOTIVATION: I recently lost a loved one, and I feel completely lost. The days blur together, and the weight of sadness is heavy on my heart. I often find myself reminiscing about the happy times, but instead of comfort, it just deepens my sorrow. I know I must find a way to process this [โฆ]
Igniting Sustainable Fitness Motivation
Dear MOTIVATION: I find myself struggling to stay motivated and committed to my fitness goals. Every time I begin a new routine, enthusiasm quickly fades, and I feel stuck in a cycle of starts and stops. I want to improve my health and feel energized but often resort to old habits. Iโve tried group classes, [โฆ]
Holiday Blues in a New City
Dear MOTIVATION: I recently moved to a new city (Chicago) for work, and with the holidays approaching, I cannot shake the feeling of loneliness. I do not know anyone here, and all the holiday festivities seem to highlight my isolation. How can I find community and connection during this season? Iโve considered volunteering or attending [โฆ]
Finding Common Ground In Thankfulness
Dear MOTIVATION: Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and Iโm already dreading the family gathering. Our family has become increasingly divided over political issues, and I worry that this yearโs dinner will ignite heated debates. I want to enjoy the holiday, but how can I gently steer conversations away from divisive topics without causing tension? [โฆ]
Thanksgiving Wishes Worth Sharing
Dear MOTIVATION: Every Thanksgiving, I look forward to sharing a meal with my family, but I often feel disheartened by the lack of gratitude shown by a few relatives. They rarely acknowledge the effort that goes into preparing the feast; heck, most of the time, itโs like the Value of GRATITUDE is non-existent in their [โฆ]