Hey Reader, Life feels like a bumpy ride right now, doesn’t it? Between political change, new tech, and uncertainty about the future of work, you’re balancing a lot—while working hard to close out the year strong. If you’re feeling stretched thin, know you’re not alone. Lately, I’ve been reflecting on resilience and was inspired by something shared by Justin Su’a, who spoke with an airline pilot: “Turbulence is completely normal. It might feel like the plane will fall apart, but it’s built...
18 days ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader, As the year ends, I know you're balancing a lot while processing recent challenges and shifts in the world around us. In moments like these, your well-being is more than a priority—it’s essential for moving YOU and your mission forward. That’s why I’m offering a FREE 4-day mini-workshop series: Cultivating Well-Being & Resilience in Challenging Times. Feel free to invite friends and colleagues. This series is for mission-driven professionals who want to navigate post-election...
26 days ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader, I know you’re working hard to end the year strong and forge a path forward in the post-election season. That’s why I’m sharing below a compilation of resources for you and your team. Feel free to forward to friends and co-workers. In the meantime, I need a favor. Could you reply to this email and share a few words about the top resources your team needs right now to navigate this post-election season? Your response will help me figure out what to provide you moving forward. I...
27 days ago • 2 min read
Hey Reader, I know the past few weeks have been filled with a great deal of change and uncertainty. To top it all off, the holidays are here and the year is rapidly coming to a close. Between work emails, group chats, video calls, and doom scrolling, research shows the time we spend in front screens has steadily increased since the pandemic compared to pre-pandemic levels. In fact, the most connected employees report spending nearly 18 hours online daily. That’s why protecting your digital...
about 1 month ago • 2 min read
Hey Reader, I know this season has been one of intense change and uncertainty, bringing a mix of emotions—confusion, sadness, anger, or even despair. Whatever you're feeling, it's okay to acknowledge and honor it. For some of us, the intensity of what we’re feeling is heightened by what researchers call ambiguous loss. It’s a profound sense of loss and sadness that isn’t necessarily associated with the death of a loved one. It’s the type of loss for which you may never get closure or an...
about 1 month ago • 3 min read
Hey Reader, It’s been a challenging week, and I know you’re managing a lot right now. As you strategize what to do in the post-election season, I invite you to include your own well-being as part of your plan for moving forward. This is particularly important as a team leader. Research shows that stress and anxiety can be contagious and detrimental at high levels if they’re not addressed. So, being able to skillfully manage your mental and emotional climate is a critical skill for leading...
about 1 month ago • 2 min read
Hey Reader, How are you holding up? I know this week has been trying for many changemakers. So, if you’re feeling frazzled, you’re in good company. As you process the election results, you may be wondering what, if anything, to say to your team. While it may be tempting to ignore the elephant in the room and focus on “the work,” not recognizing the emotional climate within your team could backfire. By addressing the election’s impact, you’re fostering a culture of trust and support that...
about 2 months ago • 2 min read
Hey Reader, By now you’ve probably seen the election results. As you figure out next steps, remember: this isn’t your first time navigating change, uncertainty, and disruption. You are smart, strong, and resilient. Your mission remains the same. And the world needs you more than ever. In times like these, it’s important to create space for yourself before recommitting to the work. If you’ve ever flown on an airplane, you’ve probably heard this safety instruction many times: “In the event of a...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader, This week may be one of the most stressful of the year with year-end projects picking up and the election weighing on you. If you and your team are experiencing a roller coaster of emotions, know that this is a very real and normal response. The key is to understand that you’re not broken; you’re simply having a human reaction to fear, anxiety, and uncertainty. In fact, research shows that employee engagement and productivity can decline post-election due to heightened stress,...
about 2 months ago • 2 min read