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WEARY? TRY THIS INSTEAD OF MORE CAFFEINE

July 24, 2020 by Steve Laswell

The global pandemic has challenged our human experience, and it is affecting your brain.

According to INSEAD neuroscientists, Hilke Plassmann, and Benjamin Kessler, we have a new phenomenon: COVID-19 Brain. Their recent KNOWLEDGE article defines it as “a fragile, frazzled state that keeps our thoughts simultaneously on edge and unfocused.”

The disruption of the Coronavirus created uncertainty, trauma, and ambiguity, leaving us frazzled and fragile. Weary.

Better than an energy drink

Each morning I create space…

Its Okay to Celebrate, Right?

February 15, 2019 by Steve Laswell

I’m conflicted.

I want to celebrate something. But I’m afraid it could sound like I’m tooting my own horn. The truth is something significant is happening in the Story. Yes, the Story connects and instructs, somewhere, somehow, sometime along The Journey our paths crossed.

But first, I’d like to celebrate you. I would love to hear about your Next Level Journey. What happened when you left your Comfort Zone? How are…

What if You Don’t Notice?

August 25, 2016 by Steve Laswell

I was stunned.

It was early morning when I stepped outside to fill our Japanese Koi pond. The hot days and wind evaporate the water level. While busy doing my chores and feeding the fish — it happened.

Unexpectedly, at first, just out of the corner of my eye. Then, I stopped and just looked. The sun was up, but still rising. The clouds were patches of gray, white, and…

Frustrated With Someone? Try This…

November 25, 2015 by Steve Laswell

The CEO scheduled an off-site retreat for the leadership team. The tension and lack of trust hindered productivity. The declining economy added pressure to the already hard world of healthcare.

As I wrote the word “gratefulness” on the flip-chart, I ask, “How many words can you find?” They had some fun with the exercise as the competitive nature kicked in.

“Let’s focus on this word grate. What happens when…

Seeing More than a Collision

July 9, 2015 by Steve Laswell

The stop light says, “Go” at 71st and Sheridan. But before accelerating you look both ways for the driver who didn’t beat the yellow light. Defensive driving, we call it. It’s defined as “driving to save lives, time, and money, in spite of conditions around you and the actions of others.” The aim is to reduce the risks of accidents by “anticipating dangerous situations.”

Defensive driving is…

What Have You Forgotten?

June 25, 2015 by Steve Laswell

“What do you do at work?” Howard’s daughter asked.

“I work at the college. My job is to teach people how to draw.”

Staring at him with the wide eyes and mature curiosity of a 7-year-old she had to know, “You mean they forget?”

Do you remember?

Given the pace of your life, the chaos of work, and the distractions of our information…

How to Win on One of Those Days

April 30, 2015 by Steve Laswell

Your long awaited vacation is mere days away. Carly Simon’s hit song, “Anticipation” — although unrelated to your life — becomes your theme song.

You imagine sunrise walks with stunning picture-perfect moments … moments when you devour delicious local food; so fresh, so good. Calmed by the sounds of nature, you plan to power up with an afternoon nap.

How do you feel?

But, (don’t you hate it when…

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