Decision making

Stress and Decision-Making

Stress and Decision-Making

Scientists who study stress say that our brains are not built to do complex thinking, planning, and remembering in times of massive upheaval. In fact, the limbic system is hyperactive during negative emotions and stress. Making decisions while taking into account the considerations in this blog might help!

Being Socially Mindful

Being Socially Mindful

Most of us think of mindfulness as an individual experience. However, researchers have recently begun to explore a concept called social mindfulness. This concept expands the notion of mindfulness to include an awareness of how our actions and decisions impact others’ decisions and available choices. It’s easy to see how this type of focus is especially critical today. Let’s take a look…

Six management challenges, one all too often over-looked solution

Six management challenges, one all too often over-looked solution

There is no shortage of research conducted by neuroscientists and psychologists, among other experts, demonstrating the impact of mindfulness not only on our personal lives but also on our professional lives. One solution to six of the most common management challenges is mindfulness.

Moral Courage

Moral Courage

If you asked someone if they would risk their life to save someone they love, most people would say without hesitation, “yes of course!” But when it comes to everyday situations, such as standing up for a mistreated colleague or taking a position against gossip, most of us would pause...