by CJ McClanahan | Aug 4, 2022 | Blog
We all feel anxious from time to time. Over the years, I’ve tried everything to avoid feeling that frantic panic that comes from being out of control. Here’s what I’ve learned: fighting it makes it worse. You cannot keep thoughts or emotions from...
by CJ McClanahan | Jul 28, 2022 | Blog
“Expectation is the root of all heartache.” – William Shakespeare We’re drowning in self-help books, videos, podcasts, and memes promising that if you work hard enough every minute of your life should be filled with unbridled joy. All this success advice...
by CJ McClanahan | Jul 21, 2022 | Blog
I favor comfort over pain, and I’d rather engage in activities where the outcome was certain. Know anyone like me? Unfortunately, all meaningful growth comes from failure, uncertainty, and heartache. Be wary of the comfortable existence where everything goes as...
by CJ McClanahan | Jul 7, 2022 | Blog
What does it mean to be successful? Over the years, I’ve seen a handful of ideas: Hard work – success is directly related to the amount of effort you put toward any endeavor. Perseverance – success is the ability to bounce back from failure. Making a Difference –...
by CJ McClanahan | Jun 30, 2022 | Blog
In one of the largest studies of burnout, Gallup found that 60% of people are emotionally detached at work and 19% are miserable. Miserable? The study further found that employees in the United States and Canada are the most worried and stressed-out workers in the...