Lately, I’ve been reflecting on the difference between being listened to and truly being heard. Some conversations are kind but rushed; others create real space to stay with what’s on my mind. From a positive psychology lens, those “felt heard” moments are a big part of wellbeing as they strengthen our relationships and sense ofContinue reading “The Quiet Power of Feeling Heard”
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The Intentional Legacy We Leave in People’s Lives
I recently attended my first TEDx event – TEDxSurrey, and I wasn’t sure what to expect. It turned out to be a powerful experience, and now I can’t wait to attend more. The event began with host Noel Bentley offering a land acknowledgement for Indigenous people, setting a respectful, reflective tone that stayed with me.Continue reading “The Intentional Legacy We Leave in People’s Lives”
The Quiet Courage of Standing Up for What Matters
I’ve been more intentional about standing up for what matters for myself, and for the people I believe in, even when they aren’t in the room. Not out of obligation, but out of alignment. A friend heard about one of those moments and handed me this bracelet in the picture. If you can decode itContinue reading “The Quiet Courage of Standing Up for What Matters”
Assertive ≠ Aggressive: A Distinction That Matters
Assertiveness and aggression often get mixed up, and that confusion can quietly cause damage. In a recent conversation, someone said: “Aggression is needed in the current job market to stand out.” Even though I knew the definitions, I looked up the difference again (aggressiveness vs. assertiveness) to be sure I understood it clearly; English isContinue reading “Assertive ≠ Aggressive: A Distinction That Matters”
Escape Room Epiphanies: When Quiet Voices Lead Loud Wins
Locked In, Unlocked Out: Escape Room Epiphany Where Quiet Voices Led Escape room chaos: Our ‘quiet’ teammates became the puzzle masters (personalities flipped). Intensity levels? 2/10 → 9/10 under pressure (brute force met elegant insight). Key lessons from 60 minutes of locked-room frenzy:> Action over perfection: Brute force + fresh eyes; Jump in without knowing everything fully laid out—solutions emerge.>Continue reading “Escape Room Epiphanies: When Quiet Voices Lead Loud Wins”