Personal development is part of our journey. Most people aim to be successful at work, at home and in their community. Change and uncertainty present opportunity for growth, yet it can be challenging to manage multiple priorities and increasing demands. Reactions can get in the way of meaningful action, often without even being aware of the impact.
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Personal development allows you to learn how your reactions can get in the way of what is important. Learning how to recognize and resolve reactions creates space for more meaningful action. We guide you using Logosynthesis to resolve the triggers to these reactions through coaching and teaching you how to use this method for self-coaching.
To learn more about why and how to use Logosynthesis for leadership, you can watch a video, read Cathy’s books and take a course. Enjoy!
Feeling safe influences how I react in my world. I perform my best when I feel safe. I make better choices when I feel safe. And I am able to I enjoy life most when I feel safe. Personally, I recognize that heights, black ice and speed elicit a nervous reaction. I know that I can relate the feelings to past experiences. These ‘unsafe’ feelings are triggered by memories. I also recognize that stepping outside of my family norms triggers … Read More
In an ever-changing world, building resilience and self-awareness is essential for personal and professional growth. These qualities not only enhance your ability to cope with challenges but also empower you to make informed decisions and lead a fulfilling life. In this blog post, we’ll explore practical strategies to cultivate these vital traits and introduce Logosynthesis as a coaching model that can support your journey. Resilience and self-awareness are rooted in experiences. To be reliant on your own efforts and abilities … Read More
It can be stressful to manage life transitions. We all look to manage life transitions and these transitions are not always comfortable. This morning I read a post written by Dr. Willem Lammers, the founder of Logosynthesis, on work he is developing in the area of life transitions. As always, I am interested in applying the concepts to my everyday life. Top of mind is the current labour dispute between government and the teachers union in Nova Scotia. Here are some thoughts for consideration: … Read More
Spiritual health is an important part of your overall health. Spiritual health is one of four dimensions to well-being as defined by the World Health Organization (WHO), which include physical, social, and mental. Although spiritual health was not included in their initial definition of health in 1946, it has evolved to recognize that “the spiritual dimension plays a great role in motivating people’s achievements in all aspects of life”. The complete description of the spiritual dimension as articulated by the World Health Assembly in 1984 through … Read More
When work is overwhelming, stress can lead to burnout. I admit that my job can overwhelm me at times. I have been in the same position for the past 10+ years. As the demands increase and the systems change in my role continually increases, I have difficulty keeping up with the workload. I feel like I am playing ‘pop-a-mole’. The faster I work, the further behind I get. My computer doesn’t respond fast enough and new systems continue to add process. I work to get everything … Read More
It is normal to react to situations in everyday life Self-coaching puts you in the driver’s seat. You learn how to notice what bothers you and take action to feel better and to achieve your goals. You are human and in everyday life you make choices. Also, you react to what happens around you. At times, these reactions can impact your health or get in the way of what is important. While this is normal, learning to resolve memories and … Read More