We get into trouble when we pin high expectations on others. Nobody is perfect, yet we expect others to act that way around us. Just as bad, we expect ourselves to be perfect, but we're not. We are human and that's good enough. You can even be an angel most of the time, but that … Continue reading Mostly
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Better
The goal shouldn't be perfection, because that's an impossible goal. But better is a worthy goal to strive for. Be better than you were last year. Be better than you were even yesterday. Every day you get a chance to become a better you, a wiser, more skilled you, because of the life you've lived … Continue reading Better
Better
The goal should be progress, not perfection. "Perfect" doesn't even exist. But progress certainly does. You can approach each new day as a chance to improve your health a bit more, strengthen your physical fitness, and deepen your emotional intelligence. I love the mantra that was originally coined by French psychologist, Emile Coue: Every Day, … Continue reading Better
Resumes
When it comes to a job search, it can be a trap to focus too much on having a perfect resume. Chasing after the perfect resume can be just as much a trap for the recruiters and hiring managers as well. After all is said and done, it doesn't matter how "perfect" the resume is, … Continue reading Resumes