Best of Ourselves

January 21, 2012: Research shows that companies that flourish have a 2.9:1 positive comments to negative.  And research shows marriages that thrive have a 5:1 positive to negative words.  How can we more positively impact those around us?  Research from the book, Flourish, by Dr Martin Seligman.

January 14, 2012 - Is happiness all there is?  In his new book Flourish, Dr Seligman, broadens his definition of happiness to well-being.  A brief summary of his book and some lessons to enhance our well-being.  More on this and resources at www.authentichappiness.org

Summarizing the January 2012 Harvard Business Review on happiness, this segment explores how our level of happiness impacts our work and creativity. 

Self compassion can be learned. It increases our emotional resilience and makes life more fun.

Staying intentional is not just about our external choices, it is also about how we interact with ourselves.

How do I discern what is mine to do and do it with ease?  Effort is not a bad choice, it just might not always be the best choice.

The art of intentional living sounds hard but all it involves is increasing the number of conscious choices.

Journaling can be used many ways to enhance our self awareness. Whether we keep a food log or try to capture our deepest thoughts, taking the time to write it down can increase our ability to live intentionally.

How honest are with others?  How honest are with ourselves?  Do we have an increased tolerance for dishonesty?

When we spend our time judging others and talking about others, we lose the real opportunity, to learn more about ourselves.