We all know what self doubt is. It’s the lack of confidence in oneself and one’s abilities. I don’t know many people who never have these feelings. Perhaps you’ve heard the quote “When you doubt your power, you give power to your doubt.” I’ve seen this attributed to a few different authors, but it’s a powerful quote no matter who said it.

Resilience is a skill that can be developed and honed. Like a muscle, the more we develop it, the stronger it gets. Often times, we simply survive a trauma or difficult experience. By developing our resilience muscle, we can not only survive, but also thrive.

When in our comfort zone we’re on auto-pilot.  We may feel confident, relaxed, secure, snug even – it’s an easy and comfortable place to be.  As humans, we do not like to feel uncomfortable.  The question is, have you outstayed your welcome in the comfort zone?  Answer the following questions to find out.

You don’t manage a team to victory. You lead them. Building a great team requires a great leader. John Wooden was considered one of the great team leaders of all time. He led the UCLA basketball team to 10 NCAA victories…7 in a row. He didn’t manage them to victory. He led them and they loved and respected him.

The practice of gratitude as a tool for happiness has been in the mainstream for years. Long-term studies support gratitude’s effectiveness, suggesting that a positive, appreciative attitude contributes to greater success in work, greater health, peak performance in sports and business, a higher sense of well-being, and a faster rate of recovery from surgery.

What does it mean to be consistent? I know, you might be thinking, that’s easy, Michele, it means doing the same thing in the same way over and over. Bingo. We don’t need no stinkin’ Merriam Webster, right? But I digress. This got me thinking…dangerous, I know, but here it goes.

Whether we’re ready for them or not, transitions are a way of life. Changing jobs, getting married, having children, moving, death and divorce are only a few. They can be a source of discomfort, stress and anxiety, but they can also be a turning point and a transformation of the old to the new. Sometimes we choose the transition and sometimes it chooses us.

If trying to maintain balance in your life makes you feel like a tightrope walker, you’re not alone. Most of us have so many demands on our time and energy, life can feel like a three-ring circus. Take this quiz to see how well you are meeting responsibilities, while also recognizing and fulfilling personal needs and wants.