Provide plenty of water Make sure your pets have access to fresh and clean water at all times. Keep multiple water bowls in different areas of your home or yard, especially if you have multiple pets. Consider using a pet water fountain to keep the water cool and flowing. Create a cool environment Keep your…
Set a Regular Bedtime Good mornings start the night before. Falling asleep and waking up on a consistent schedule is essential to reset your internal clock. After a few weeks, it will be easier to wake up without feeling groggy. Quit the Snooze Button Did you know that hitting the snooze button when your alarm…
Never Share Personal Information Online There is no way of knowing who is on the other side of the conversation. In fact it is best to refrain from sharing any personal information on the internet at all, even if you know the person. Don’t Respond to Strangers Never respond to emails, texts, or messages for…
1. Petting Promotes Positive Brain Chemistry Scientific evidence shows that interacting with pets stimulates chemicals in the brain associated with happiness, calmness, and focus. Serotonin, prolactin, and oxytocin are known as “feel-good” hormones. Serotonin, specifically, is both a neurotransmitter and a hormone. Serotonin neurotransmitters – which carry messages between nerve cells and the brain –…
Every day something changes in our lives, be it personal or professional. As leaders, especially those that may not have a ton of leadership experience, or perhaps a ton of life experience at this point, we need to ask ourselves: “How well do I manage change: As an individual? As a leader? What is the…
Dealing with a dog’s separation anxiety can be a real bummer, but there are plenty of ways to help your furry friend feel more comfortable when you have to leave them alone. Here are some of the most effective (and silliest) methods: In conclusion, dealing with a dog’s separation anxiety can be a real challenge,…
Cold Weather Guide
As high achievers in leadership roles, we sometimes sense that things could and should be done faster, but our organizational culture operates with reduced expectations and accepts less-than-superior results. The culture in this case would be defined as “low energy,” when, in fact, it is “high energy” that gets things done, and gets them done…