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Beware Of What You “Think You Know”
Conversely, the more you know about something, the less you realize you know. Mark Manson has named this the “paradox of our own ignorance."
Eileen McDargh
Mar 15, 20231 min read
From the Land of the Frozen Chosen
This past month, my home state of California resembled parts of the frozen Great Lakes.
Eileen McDargh
Mar 8, 20231 min read
Tips From Wellness Pros To Prevent Burnout
Here are the top approaches that emerged from their responses.
Eileen McDargh
Mar 1, 20231 min read
The second time is a charm! Sorry for Techno glitch, but Perspective Is Priceless
“STOP RIGHT THERE,” my mind shouted. “PUT THINGS IN PERSPECTIVE!”
Eileen McDargh
Feb 25, 20231 min read
The Wisdom of a Dark Sky
Death Valley, CA. The name alone sent shivers up my spine when my husband suggested that we create a family reunion there. How wrong I was
Eileen McDargh
Feb 22, 20231 min read
Do You Trip Down Memory Lane?
Yes. I tripped. On my January retreat, I brought with me 350 pages of a journal I had kept years ago.
Eileen McDargh
Feb 15, 20231 min read
The Insidious Side of Burnout—and Seven Fixes
Burnout takes time to develop and may look a little different for everyone.
Eileen McDargh
Feb 8, 20232 min read
Discomfort Offers Insights—I Retreated From My Retreat
If you have followed my posts, you know that I was excited to have a 3-day retreat in early January.
Eileen McDargh
Feb 1, 20232 min read
The Value of Screw-Ups for Leaders: Teachable Moments
Too often, organizations and individuals play the blame game. Finding a “fall guy or gal” never allows any forward momentum.
Eileen McDargh
Jan 25, 20231 min read
Be Yourself
Every year you make a resolution to change yourself. This year, make a resolution to BE yourself.
Eileen McDargh
Jan 18, 20231 min read
Shine A Light In 2023
“I believe that each of us carries a bit of inner brightness, something entirely unique and individual. A flame that’s worth protecting..."
Eileen McDargh
Jan 11, 20231 min read
My Holiday Message From An Amaryllis
Every Christmas for the past few years, my brothers have sent me a pot with at least 2 amaryllis bulbs....
Eileen McDargh
Jan 3, 20231 min read
Keep Your Fingers Crossed! I Might Have Found My Retreat Center
This year, January 3-6, I’ll try the Mary & Joseph Center in Palos Verdes.
Eileen McDargh
Dec 28, 20221 min read
ACT III Wisdom for Modern Elders
I am on a learning journey to discover how to be a modern elder and understand what I am called to do in this ACT III of my life.
Eileen McDargh
Dec 21, 20222 min read
Raising a Resilient Generation
Today’s digital, diverse, and dispersed economy requires a workforce with many different personal qualities: curiosity, empathy,...
Matthew Spaur
Dec 7, 20223 min read
The Secret Leadership Skill: Connection
What do Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter all have in common? They are tangible vehicles for people to connect in a disconnected world.
Eileen McDargh
Nov 30, 20222 min read
Gratitude: Seasons of Grace
And for this we give thanks…
Eileen McDargh
Nov 23, 20221 min read
Who will mourn you?
The call came yesterday: Glenna Salsbury, an enduring influence in the speaking profession, died after many years battling cancer.
Eileen McDargh
Nov 16, 20221 min read
Boo-tiful Can be Beautiful
Have you ever felt that way—so taken by a child that all work and worry vanishes?
Eileen McDargh
Nov 2, 20221 min read
Three Tools That Will Help Your Business Survive a Recession (and burnout)
Building resiliency in business. This is no easy task. In fact, it took me years to reach a place of resiliency in my small business,...
Veronica Kirin
Oct 26, 20224 min read
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