Talk to Yourself, Talk Some More, Then Repeat: Be Mindful of the Power of Self-Talk
I’ve seen research suggesting that if we hear something even five times, we’ll begin to believe that it might be…
No Perfect Words
We have all been faced with that overwhelming news that leaves us speechless. We’ve all no doubt messed up at…
Be Present
Do you ever snap out of a daydream only to realize that you were either lost somewhere in the past…
Beware A Lean Advisor: Should You Take Advice From Desperate People?
A lion once tried to convince a mountain goat to come down off the barren crags and enjoy the sweet,…
Shining the Light: What Kind of Teacher Are You?
Three men sat in a dark dungeon; two of them were wise, one of them was foolish. The dungeon did…
PODCAST: Learning to be Self Aware
Learn how to objectively identify your strengths, weaknesses, and the patterns in your life. Dr. Conte is joined by Lisa…
The Problem with Nagging: Brute Strength vs. Intellect
A great and giant sumo wrestler once told a frail old Zen master that the intellect was a waste of…
PODCAST: Five Steps to Becoming a Better Teacher
We’re all teachers. These essential steps go beyond classroom teaching, they apply to family, workplace and any situation where you’re…
Excuses: A Reality Check
A man asked his neighbor if he could borrow his car. The neighbor said, “No, I’m sorry, but I have…
Monopolizing the Truth: Live the Advice You Give to Others
Once, a mother came to a counselor and asked him to tell her son to stop eating sugar. The counselor…