The Positive Professional

Ever wondered how some people have everything that they dream of and for many, it just remains a dream? Here are some tips on how to help turn your dreams into reality. Fortunately, it's not a question of genetics or luck; this episode explains how it's down to the thinking strategies that we use.

 In a world where political news is inescapable and opinions are strong, it's crucial to understand how this affects us psychologically. Whether you're deeply involved in political activities or just a casual observer, the effects are real and worth discussing. 

This episode explored how closely politics is tied to our identities and values.

This episode will discuss the systemic issues that can arise in academic and professional settings, where power dynamics and a lack of accountability can lead to detrimental experiences of those being bullied. 

In memory of Dr. Candia-Bailey

  As we stand at the threshold of another year, it's natural to reflect on our past and plan for our future. New Year's resolutions are a tradition for many, but today, let's talk about something equally important – the concept of grace. This episode explores what it means to give ourselves grace, especially as we enter a new year.  

In a world that often whirls with turbulence, finding moments of thankfulness can be a powerful anchor. This episode navigates the waves of chaos so we can discover the pockets of gratitude that can illuminate our paths.

The holidays can be a very challenging time. You may have concerns about weight gain, family members, work, money, and all kinds of other things. The good news is that, even with all these concerns, you can keep your mental health strong and vibrant during the holidays. You can have great joy during the busiest of times with some positive choices. Joy comes from within, and taking control of your life brings you both confidence and joy. During the holiday season, though, it can seem like your life gets out of control very easily. There's always so much to do, and people are generally more demanding of your time and energy. This episode provided steps to protect and preserve your mental health during the holidays.

Imagine yourself as a deep sea diver, a ballroom dancer, a professional athlete, a famous artist, or whatever you can’t imagine.  “No, that is not me”, your timid little voice inside your head escapes into your conscious thoughts.  Take a moment to reflect on how many times per day your mind rejects what your imagination dreams up. It then may dawn on you as no surprise that many of us live our daily lives with self-limiting behaviors.  When we come to realize that it is our own self-limiting thoughts that are creating and constraining our realities, which are keeping us from embodying our imagination, we then can start to take action and move from a restrictive mindset to one where manifesting our goals and dreams is second nature.

One of the most destructive effects of procrastination is the fact that it makes you feel out of control. Procrastination is like an ‘invisible force’ that keeps you from doing what you know you must do. With the increasing demands on our time and attention, there seems to be an increase in procrastination as a chronic problem, especially among those people who want to succeed the most. Procrastination usually sets in when you feel overwhelmed by all the ‘have to’s’ in life and instead of making steady progress you take on too much without ever getting any of it done.

Feeling out of control takes away all your power to shape and direct your own life. It’s true that there are many things over which you have no control. Still, you always have full control over what really happens to you – and what really happens to you is a mental process independent of the circumstances and events of the outside world. Being empowered means that you realize that you already have the power and this realization also gives you the ability to take action. This episode shares five empowering procrastination tips that can help you reach this realization and become empowered to deal with procrastination and inaction effectively.