Emotional intelligence (EQ) isn’t just another polished leadership buzzword — it’s the discipline of pausing long enough to understand what’s happening inside you before someone else internalizes it.

We all want our conversations to be productive, whether we're collaborating on a work project, managing school tasks, or just talking with family. The secret to cutting through the noise and avoiding frustration often lies in direct communication. As Amy Marschall, PsyD, points out, being direct means delivering clear points and avoiding the kind of "looping around" that leaves everyone confused. However, simply being direct isn't enough; you must also be mindful of how your

When you start seeing the fruits of your labor—new contracts, more clients, expanding teams—it’s easy to believe you’ve finally “made it.” But what many leaders don’t talk about is how success can quietly activate fear, impatience, and self-doubt.

Discover how emotional agility helps you adapt when plans fall apart. Learn practical tips to manage stress, reframe setbacks, and lead with resilience.

As I reflect on the shifting political, social, and economic landscapes, one truth is clear: the traditional leadership playbook is outdated. We’re being called—spiritually, emotionally, and structurally—to do leadership differently.

We’ve heard the phrase “Respect is earned, not given.” This way of thinking reinforces mistrust and bias more than you think.

Learn how to address issues of overthinking and regain a sense of control.

This blog will help you learn your comfort zone triggers and teach you how to learn new ways to grow through neuroplasticity.

Shift your mindset, remove shame, and approach mistakes with curiosity, so you can grow stronger and wiser with every lesson learned.

Emotional triggers in the workplace are part of the human experience. Learn the dynamics of them so you can stay confident and in control.

Written by Brittany Clausen, MSW Source: LifeSource (2022). Grief is an emotion that often gets sidelined, misunderstood, or outright...

Switch from Complacency to an Abundance Mindset to live a more authentic, enriching life.

Written by Brittany Clausen, MSW Embracing an abundance mindset can significantly transform your life altogether. Unlike a scarcity...