Category Archive: self

What Leaders Get Wrong About Self-Acceptance

“The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change.” Carl Rogers

Self-acceptance is the starting point of change. Controlling leaders loosen their grip when they accept themselves.

Accepting yourself isn’t complacency.

Acceptance precedes transformation.

Gain insights about self-acceptance in leadership.

How to Find the Freedom of Self-Forgetfulness

I screwed up my face Sunday morning. While trimming my beard, I took off the spacer to clean it and forgot to put it back. The bathroom mirror revealed irreparable damage. So, I… Continue reading

7 Top Strategies that Break the Grip of Self-Inflicted Anxiety

Healthy anxiety rises to face challenge, opportunity, and threat. That tension in your gut means you care. But self-inflected anxiety causes leaders to… Struggle with decision-making. Flip flop after making decisions. View others… Continue reading