Listening is a Psychological Act: The Neuroscience of Feeling Heard Most people think listening is passive. But real listening changes brains—and builds trust faster than words ever could. In our ongoing series on Creating Psychological Safety through Communication, we’ve explored why people often h...
What’s Your Definition of Luxury The other day, during a coaching session, I asked my coachee a simple question: What does luxury mean to you? The conversation started with him expressing his desire for a luxurious life, tied to earning a lot of money. But as we dug deeper, I followed up with that q...
Are You Chasing the Right Dream? “I want to grow in my career. I want to make more money, be more successful.” These words, filled with ambition, are often what I hear when I first meet a coachee. And why not? It’s natural to dream big and aim high. One of my coachees, let’s call her Priya, came to ...
Beyond the Role: Rethinking Contribution at Work Recently, in a coaching conversation with a senior leader, we explored an interesting question about contribution. This leader expressed feeling undervalued—despite managing large teams, executing strategies, and participating in cross-functional proj...
Key Lessons from "Awaken the Giant Within" by Tony Robbins I recently dove into "Awaken the Giant Within" by Tony Robbins, a comprehensive guide to self-improvement and personal mastery. Despite its hefty size, the engaging and straightforward language keeps you hooked from start to finish. Here's a...