Do you write in a journal on a regular basis? There is no right or wrong approach to journaling, but there are ways that are more effective and helpful to you.

Friday Video: TED Talk – In her practice and writing, Esther Perel helps loving couples navigate between the comfort of happy relationships and the thrilling uncertainty of sexual attraction.

Facing challenges on the path to super achievement, is not only likely, it is inevitable. As you traverse the path of success, you are going to be knocked down a number of times. This is a natural part of our creative experience on this planet and something, which must be expected on every worthwhile journey of excellence and growth.

The following self improvement tips will aid you in your efforts to begin your personal development endeavours.

The word ‘Drama’ is commonly heard and used in today’s world. This could be to describe something on TV or in a film. It can also describe what is going on in one’s life or the life of another person.

Life is filled with ups and downs, twists and turns, good and not so good times; that’s what makes it interesting and often forces us out of our comfort zones.

Friday Video: TED Talk/ “I think when we really see each other, we want to help each other.” – Amanda Palmer

Look around and you can always find three kinds of people or there are three ways in which people deal with failure. Which category do you fall under?

Communication is the way in which we exchange ideas, opinions and information. Most of us understand that there can be many barriers to effective communication such as age, experience and culture. We can undertake training to overcome these barriers. But there is one other barrier which is the silent cause of misunderstanding and that is gender – and we need to understand that in fact men and women do communicate differently and how that can impact on the way we understand each other.

Do you have any of “those people” on your team – the ones who don’t seem to do enough or seem perfectly happy to just skate by? Leadership and learning expert Kevin Eikenberry shares five tips for turning complacent people around.