A DEEPER SENSE OF BEING PRESENT
“All see what you appear to be, few experience what you really are.” (Marcello de Souza, C&V) We are relational beings, constantly immersed in affectionate connections. It is through these relationships that the characteristics of our world…
Liberation from External Judgment
Today, I invite you to deeply reflect on a theme that pervades our modern existence: the incessant concern with others’ perception and its impact on our personal and professional harmony. Often, we are so immersed in anxiety…
ORGANIZATIONAL HAPPINESS PART 1: ARE THEY ALL JUST MYTHS?
“The man is guided in his pursuit of happiness not by reason, but by illusion.” – Arthur Schopenhauer I will never forget a certain occasion when, after conducting a workshop on Organizational Climate for a client, the…
NOT ALWAYS ARE WE WHO WE WANT TO BE
It is not the reality itself that makes us who we are, but how we perceive it and internalize what is considered truths, given the influences governed by our systemic relationships with the world. These influences act…
Innovation Cycle: Planting Dreams, Harvesting Progress
Today, I want to reflect on the wise observation: “We grow old when we no longer have dreams to pursue.” This statement transcends the mere passage of time, delving into the depths of existence, particularly in the…
SCIENCE OF MOTIVATION
The speed of change makes every day a challenge, especially when it comes to people—minds, thoughts, and social and professional behaviors. We live in an era of constant innovation, with increasingly complex needs and tighter deadlines and…
EMOTIONAL VAMPIRES
The term “vampire” entered the Portuguese language in the 18th century, coming from the French “vampire,” which, in turn, comes from the German “Vampir,” borrowed in the early 18th century from the Serbian вампир/vampir. It was in…
THE INTROVERTED LEADER
The inspiration for this article came from reading Susan Cain’s excellent book, “Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop Talking.” This book is filled with inspiration, offering a simple read that allows one…
CAN A TOXIC RELATIONSHIP BECOME HEALTHY AGAIN?
There is no doubt that living in a toxic relationship is physically and psychologically harmful, leaving scars that are challenging to erase. It is also a fact that toxic relationships often evolve into abusive ones, and although…
LEAVING THE COMFORT ZONE AND GOING WHERE?
Alasdair White, a British professor specializing in performance management, provides an excellent definition of the comfort zone in his book “From Comfort Zone to Performance Management.” He interprets the comfort zone as a series of actions, thoughts,…
