First, understanding our own personality traits and tendencies is essential to be able to recognize character attributes in others, as well as how to work with them effectively and efficiently. We need to start with our own personality assessment. There are several free online resources to aid us along with discovering more about our personality types. Here are a few to get you started: … [Read more...]
What is the first word that pops into your mind when you hear the word “introvert”? Loner? Weirdo? If so, then you couldn’t be further from the truth. However, when I looked up the word “introvert”, two of the top dictionary definitions were: “a shy person” and “a person characterized by concern primarily with his or her own thoughts and feelings”. No wonder introverts get a bad reputation. The definitions completely overlook how these individuals renew their energy and … [Read more...]
I have to start out with a disclaimer – I’ve never actually watched a reality show. But I have observed them. And I’ve observed them enough to notice a few basic things going on in all of ‘em. They are: … [Read more...]
I’m not sure why, but I find most things easier to deal with when I can put a name to them. It doesn’t have anything to do with medication, either. However, it does have a lot to do with determining the appropriate response. When you know that horrible soreness in your throat is strep throat, you also know what you should do to take care of it. … [Read more...]
