by Melissa Gratias, Ph.D. |
Several years ago, I was discussing self-care with a wise friend of mine who also happens to be a pastor. One piece of our conversation stood out. She said that self-care is not generic. It is not a “get a monthly massage and you will feel better” type of thing. To be...
by Melissa Gratias, Ph.D. |
I’ll never forget this client. It was 2015, and I was sitting in front of a tearful person who felt completely frustrated, burned out, and unappreciated by her superiors. She was on the verge of a “we should go our separate ways” discussion with her boss, and she knew...
by Melissa Gratias, Ph.D. |
“People quit people, not companies.” John Maxwell, Leadership Gold This is a tricky situation. In an ideal world, your direct supervisor is someone who empowers, develops, and helps you feel engaged in the work. But sometimes the world isn’t ideal. Sometimes work...
by Melissa Gratias, Ph.D. |
A book published in 1978 by neurologist James Austin has been given new life in blogs and on X in the past couple of years. Chase, Chance, and Creativity: The Lucky Art of Novelty is not something I’ll put on my Amazon wish list ($85!), but I admire the pieces of...
by Melissa Gratias, Ph.D. |
Lately, I feel like all I am saying is “No.” No, Whitney. I don’t need another beer. I’ll just take the check. No, Shanan, I cannot hang out with you by your pool on Friday. No, Julia, I cannot take care of this important legal matter right now. No, Dear Reader, I...
