What does it take to create a culture of wellness in our workplaces and our lives? And how do we overcome the ‘yes, but’ resistance when it comes to making better choices?In this episode, I sit down with the amazing Elaine Pasqua, a speaker who has spent the last 30 years working with universities, corporations,

Say “Yes, And!” to Being Happy, Healthy, and Present with Elaine Pasqua

Image credit: Peopleimages.comWe’re already in the second week of February, so this seems like a good time to ask…How has your 2025 been?What did you plan on saying “Yes, And!” to this year? Have you? Or did you hit a bunch of “Ding” moments like I have? This year started strong for me, but then an

2025 Goals: The Ding Strikes Back

Image credit: IgorVetushkoI have spent a good part of my life feeling like I am living below my potential.Can you relate? For your sake, I hope not, but I know many people can.I will get into more specific details about why I feel this way (and what I have done and am doing about it) in

What’s Holding You Back? (Hint: It’s Not a Lack of Hard Work)

In this episode of Yes, And, I dive into the idea of thinking in terms of experimentation, not execution, especially when it comes to reaching big, impossible goals. As professionals, we’re often encouraged to follow rigid plans and execute them to perfection. But in a world of constant change, creativity, and uncertainty, sometimes we need

Solo Episode – Say “Yes, And!” to Experimentation, Not Execution

Image credit: drogatnevThis week, I have a question for you instead of my usual advice or tips…Do you believe in the power of setting huge, audacious goals? Or do you think it’s better to be goal-free, staying present and embracing what’s here and now?You see, I’ve been reflecting a lot on goals lately; after all,

To Goal or Not to Goal?

In this episode, I explore why setting “SMART” goals — specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound — might actually be the thing holding you back. While SMART goals are great for achieving incremental progress, they can also make your goals feel like checklists, leading to disengagement and boredom. Instead, I challenge you to set an

Say ‘Yes, And!’ to Setting Impossible Goals