Physical Health Hugely Influenced by Happiness AND AngerYour happiness has a enormous impact on your health. More specifically, the frequency with which you feel positive emotions, such as contentment, laughter and relaxation, are essential for your ongoing physical health. And the frequency with which you feel negative emotions, such as fear, anger and sadness, works against your physical health. A recent study from the University of Kansas has added more weight to this relatively new line of thought linking positive emotion and physical health. The latest study provides stark evidence of the deep-seated need for positive emotions throughout the
The Most Powerful 12 Tools to Turn Down AngerIs anger screwing up your relationships? Is irritability creating trouble at work? Are you held back from your potential because others think you're so angry?
Anger is common to all of us. It's part of what makes us human. However, in some of us, anger is dialed up too high. When anger gets too intense, it may lead to constant annoyance, frequent arguments and even physical violence. Here are 12 powerful tools from award-winning author and coach John Schinnerer, Ph.D. to help you turn down the volume on your rage and irritation.
The Secret to Making Self-Esteem MootWhat one single trait has been found to be healthier than self-esteem? Which trait has been shown to lead to more resiliency than self-esteem? What trait turns down the volume on negative emotions like shame and embarrassmant following a huge mistake? Find the answer in this revolutionary article.
Passion and Happiness You Have But Didn't Know AboutWhat are you doing now that you are excited about?
What gets you excited to jump out of bed in the morning?
What are you really good at that also gives you energy?
In this day and age, these questions are of the utmost importance. Research has shown that only a mere 10% of people in the United States are leading thriving, happy, meaningful lives. Imagine how much better the country would be if we brought that number up to 25%... higher productivity, more creativity and innovation, greater employee engagement, better parenting, and a happier place to live.
The Latest Scientifically Proven Ways to Manage Destructive EmotionsI have spent the past 25 years exploring the hidden terrain of the mind. I have studied philosophy, quantum physics, psychology, physiology, and world religions. I have spoken with the mentally ill, top leaders, heroes and the psychologically resilient. This article, an excerpt from my book, 'Guide To Self: The Beginner's Guide To Managing Emotion and Thought', is part of my attempt to put forth the latest ways to tame your alligator - your emotional mind.
For many years, I was able to hide my own emotions in difficult situations. I had excellent control over the alligator wrestler (my ratio
Top Five Values Are Necessary to Be An Highly Successful LeaderValues remind us of our authentic self and our unique role in life. Everyone benefits from a series of moral guiderails which we can use to overcome powerful emotions and increase our productivity. Acting in accordance with your values results in integrity. Integrity is the one key ingredient in every inspiring manager.
Best Ways to De-escalate Rage At WorkHow do you defuse a customer's anger?
The ability to de-escalate the anger of others is a critical political and emotional ability necessary for long-term success. As an executive coach, I have assusted hundreds of clients to manage their own anger and to defuse the anger of others. Anger can take on a life of its own, destroying relationships and derailing careers. Read on for the latest tools to manage angry clients.
