by admin | Mar 7, 2020 | Mental Health, Resilience
One definition of bullying that I found is “seeking to harm, intimidate or coerce”. Some forms of bullying are out in the open. Others can be subtle. Looking back at my policing career, I can see instances – even so-called small ones – where I was bullied. One of the...
by admin | Feb 25, 2020 | Mental Health, Personal Development
Positive Thinking alone is a waste of time. The Power of Positive Thinking by Norman Vincent Peale is one of my favourite books. It is one of the first “self-help” books that I ever read. I can still remember the day my aunt gave it to me and I’ve read it...
by admin | Feb 18, 2020 | Personal Development, Resilience
Your attitude has everything to do with your ability to be resilient. But it’s more than just having a “positive attitude”. Having a great attitude is one thing. But let’s get more specific. In what areas should you focus on improving your attitude?...
by admin | Dec 24, 2019 | Personal Development, Resilience, Self-Esteem
Why are some people more resilient than others? Opinions vary, but let me share what was shared with me recently. I went to a fitness conference, and one of my favorite speakers held a session about resilience. During the session he mentioned a book that I have yet to...
by admin | Nov 28, 2019 | Mental Health, Personal Development, Self-Esteem
I’m all about takeaways. When you read a book, a good first question to ask yourself is, “What do I want to learn from this book?” Knowing why you want to read a book will open your mind as you read it, leading you to pick up and remember important points and...
