You’re Not Too Emotional. You’re Under-Informed.What High-Performing Leaders Know About Emotions A few years ago, I interviewed a school principal named Elena. She had been promoted quickly—recognized for her sharp thinking and calm under pressure. But during one particularly volatile year, things shifted. She found herself snapping at colleagues. Avoiding difficult conversations. Over-apologizing in staff…
Decoding Anger Using Emotional Response-Ability® Anger doesn’t just appear out of nowhere—it’s your brain’s way of waving a big red flag that says, Something’s not right here. When it shows up, the instinct is often to push back, assert a right, or make a demand. But before reacting, pause–not to suppress the anger but to…
We create space for real growth when we meet our tender needs with warm curiosity instead of judgment.
One of the biggest misconceptions in school leadership is that taking care of yourself means you’re not doing enough for others.
13 Common Thought Distortions That Haunt Us and How to Challenge ThemOur minds can play tricks on us, distorting reality and fueling stress, self-doubt, and overwhelm. These cognitive distortions are automatic, but once you recognize them, you can challenge them and regain clarity. 1. All-or-Nothing ThinkingSeeing things in black and white—if it’s not perfect, it’s…