Call it noodling an idea around, thinking something through or contemplation and if you’re an introvert, you are likely on board! This time my inspiration comes from the pastor’s wife, at the church I most often am at on Sundays. It was on her part an innocent observation to one of the church’s outreaches. She was thanking the members for all their time, energy and money, … [Read more...] about Increase Your Awareness To Blog More From Your Heart
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Pet Peeves Are as Bad as You Think
Do we all have pet peeves? Maybe your pet peeves are around social media, family, friends or work. We likely all have one for every area in our life. But these are just not healthy for us. This week on Martin Luther King holiday my husband and I took the day off and headed to the movie theatre. That is where one of my biggest pet peeves showed up: people who do not … [Read more...] about Pet Peeves Are as Bad as You Think
6 Ways the Internet Works for Introverts
Whether you are an introvert or baby boomer, you'll appreciate the key ideas presented in this guest blog about the main ways the internet works for us. We live in a very special time for interaction. The growing generation is being raised on Web 2.0. For those who aren’t familiar, Web 2.0 is a step up from the internet that we first knew in that it allows us to be … [Read more...] about 6 Ways the Internet Works for Introverts
The Marketing Playing Field Has Leveled Part 2
You Need a Presence According to a recent study by Cone Business in Social Media, “93% of Americans believe that a company should have a presence on social media sites and 85% believe that these companies should use these services to interact with consumers.” To get the most out of your efforts think in terms of how you can contribute and establish yourself as a reliable … [Read more...] about The Marketing Playing Field Has Leveled Part 2
Emotional Baggage Have You Waiting in a Safe Zone?
As we listen to the unfolding of extraditing Edward Snowden to the USA from any country he's found refuge in, we each make judgments: whistle blower, hero or traitor. Since he has at least 3 days in the transit area, a safe zone of a Russian airport, the real life situation continues to confound leaders let alone the public. For me all the talk around lengthy airport stays … [Read more...] about Emotional Baggage Have You Waiting in a Safe Zone?
Why An Introvert Needs The Dreaded “V” Word: Vulnerability
"V" is for Vulnerability. Most of us are conditioned to shield ourselves from vulnerability, especially as Introverts. The fear is that if we open ourselves up, we will invite unwanted criticism. This is a real possibility but more likely is the opposite: Praise or at the very least understanding. Here is an example from my own life. I used to get really frustrated … [Read more...] about Why An Introvert Needs The Dreaded “V” Word: Vulnerability