Let me begin by stating that the title of this blog post is absolutely false. Opportunities don’t fall into some people’s laps more than others; they are presented to everyone. However, what sets some people apart from others is their open-mindedness when opportunities present themselves and their decisive actions moving forward toward that opportunity and what it might mean for their ultimate goals. Do you always have your eyes, ears, and mind open for unexpected…

As a mindful leader, one of the most common things you likely find yourself doing is making decisions. Everything in life requires you to make decisions, whether you’re figuring out which shoes to wear or what the scope and budget of your next project looks like. In a leadership position, you’re also in charge of making decisions for other people, whether you’re an executive, a coach, a teacher, or a parent. People entrust at least…

There is a saying that states, “You see what you seek.” For those of you who have never heard this before, it may seem like an epiphany; however, it is absolutely a true statement. The easiest and most universal way to describe this ‘phenomenon’ is with the example of buying a new car. You sign the papers, drive it off the lot, and for the next several weeks or even months, you see your car…

When it comes to stress, some people seem to naturally handle it much more effectively and in healthier ways than other people. Of course, having coping mechanisms in place from childhood can help a great deal, but not everyone gets to learn how they deal with things in the most constructive ways possible at such a young age. As we grow up, we may also adopt not-so-healthy ways of dealing with stress, so sometimes we…