Tag Archives: Slow down
Lesson on Emotional Intelligence
My most important lesson on emotional intelligence was early in my career, at a Wall Street Job. I was exhausted and kept making small mistakes. My supervisor could’ve blown up, justifiably. But he had the presence of mind to be … Continue reading
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Tagged emotional intelligence, Empathy, feedback, grace, life lesson, mental health and wellness, mindfulness, observe, pause, proceed, relaxation, rest, self compassion, Slow down, stop, tough conversations
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Flex Time
No longer having to rush out the door means I can be more deliberate about my morning routine. Instead of packing my lunch and shoveling food into my face before running for the train. I now take about 30 minutes … Continue reading
W.A.I.T.
WATCH Take a moment to be present and observe what is happening right now. What do you see, smell, and hear? What is actually happening in the present moment? Imagine you are simply a camera, taking in everything in your … Continue reading
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Tagged accept, assumptions, awareness, breathing exercise, compassion fatigue, evidence, investigate, judgment, mindfulness, observe, pause, present moment, proceed, relaxation, self compassion, Slow down, w.a.i.t.
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Real Life of an MSW 