“ The lies we tell ourselves are not terrible self-deceptions but rather strategies that allow us to work in a field that holds so many paradoxes and complexities” — Jeffrey A. Kottler, On Being a Therapist. Mental health or social work professionals must develop specific skills to thrive in the field. These may include an outstanding level of control during interactions with clients or patients that go out the window when they arrive at their homes.

Since the beginning of time, leaders have tried to understand what motivates people. But, believe it or not- we have not yet found the secret recipe for successful motivation in the workplace. In the twenty-first century, it is understood that many factors contribute to a company’s success. Still, very little…

Several times a year, some people ask themselves: what am I doing? Some people take the time to complete a Wheel of Life to audit their life or career, and some may take a vacation to reset. Unfortunately, the latter is impossible for many people, so how do we find…

All employed and self-employed individuals have experienced a change in their work environment at least once. That bold statement can be accepted or rejected through conversations with adults or the young ones around us (talk about informal research methods). ​Michaela Driver, a researcher at the Western State College of Colorado…

On most social media platforms, everyone has shared their experiences in toxic cultures and why they have decided to leave successful careers. People in all industries are changing, and their commitment to work is no longer one that supports toxic environments. Some people have decided to no longer partake in…

Entrepreneurship. noun -the activity of setting up a business or businesses, taking on financial risks in the hope of profit. What dictionary.com does not share about entrepreneurship is the change the entrepreneur must undergo to be successful. Many people have great ideas and fabulous solutions to big problems; however, very…

We all have been unhappy at work and have worked with unhappy colleagues. During my first job, I couldn’t imagine being unhappy at work. That is because, as an immigrant, it was a privilege to have a good job and to be financially independent. Nevertheless, I started my working career…

In the new era of social media and wanderlust, it is difficult not to compare situations. It feels like suddenly all we see is incredible offices in the most beautiful places- or coffee bars available for everyone in the office. But is this why so many people have begun to…

Typically on this date, my friends and I would gather and celebrate. We would enjoy each other’s company and celebrate those friends who have proudly served in the military. Some of us may even be thankful for the freedom we do have. We would welcome and love everyone’s culture, background…