Why Emotional Intelligence is Crucial in Business

Emotional intelligence — or EQ, short for emotional intelligence quotient — is defined as the ability to use one’s emotions to full advantage. Emotionally intelligent people have full command of all their social skills (including self-awareness, empathy and the like) … Continue reading

How to end your “if only” list and accept yourself as you are

By Cheryl Melody Baskin If only I didn’t have to work anymore, THEN I’d be happy. If only I could land a job, THEN I’d be happy. If only I could find the right partner, THEN I’d be happy. If … Continue reading

How Different Types of Exercise Improve Your Mental Health

Exercise has been shown to have a great effect on your mental health and well being. There are many types of physical activities that will positively impact your mood and the chemicals which influence your feelings and outlook on life.  … Continue reading

5 Ways We Invite Constant Conflict into Our Lives

Some of us encounter jerks all the time. Perhaps an aggressive driver flipped us off on the way to work, a harried woman cut in front of us in the checkout line at Target, or a coworker said something rude … Continue reading

5 Questions to Consider When Drowning In Disappointment

Disappointments are part and parcel of life. But if you don’t deal with it the right way, it can slowly consume you and derail your life. Hence, it is so important to learn how to deal with disappointment. In this … Continue reading

3 Leadership Tips for the Conscious Business Executive

Recently, I was speaking at a conference attended by two hundred and fifty inspiring, heart-centered and results-oriented women business executives.  These executives lead their companies in many sectors: service, manufacturing, technology, marketing, legal, and more.  These women range in age … Continue reading