by John O'Brien | Mar 1, 2024 | ActivateSuccess
I went to my mailbox at work earlier this week and saw a bulky small envelope stuffed in it. I was not expecting a delivery so what could this be? I won’t keep you in suspense….and you may have guessed from the photo. I opened the envelope to find this candle, labeled...
by John O'Brien | Dec 19, 2023 | ActivateSuccess
As an executive coach and psychotherapist, I have heard stories over the years with remarkably similar themes. There are events and situations that many people commonly face that create difficulties in their lives. As we enter the season of office parties and holiday...
by John O'Brien | Sep 17, 2023 | ActivateSuccess
What is it? Definition People worldwide are more stressed and depressed than ever according to a recent Gallup poll. In fact, these numbers indicate that we are at the worst point ever recorded for people’s stress and mood. When people are more stressed, they often...
by John O'Brien | Apr 20, 2023 | ActivateSuccess
National Stress Awareness Month Happy National Stress Awareness Month! Why am I wishing you Happy Stress Awareness Month? Knowledge is power, and by being more aware of stress and the effect that is has on you, the better able you will be to manage it and have the...
by John O'Brien | Jan 12, 2023 | ActivateSuccess
It happens every year about this time. You can almost mark it on the calendar with great predictability. Over the years, I have watched it happen time and time again. Is it the after Christmas shopping sales? Do I mean the celebration of Martin Luther King Day?...
by John O'Brien | Nov 21, 2022 | ActivateSuccess
It is that time of year again when everyone is getting prepared for the holiday season. We see images in the media indicating that everyone will spend time with their loving family members and escape from stress. Expectations are that we will experience joy in...