So many of us treat career searches as we would a shopping expedition.  We go online and look at the jobs, all dressed up to look their best.

Ooh, that one looks like fun! 

We try on the title, the name of the organization, picturing ourselves in a new role with its associated salary.  And with just a few clicks, we can apply for it.

This approach to job searching may seem fun at first, but after a few rejections, the process starts to wear on us.  Or worse yet, if we accept this pretty new j...
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As children, many of us asked meaningful questions about our lives, such as “Why are we here?”  As we got older, often the question changed to “What is my purpose?”  Some of us found answers that satisfied us, some didn’t.  Many of us eventually gave up on the big questions, instead focusing on practical questions like “How can I make enough money to support my lifestyle?”  

Life comes at us pretty quickly and it’s easy to lose our childlike ability to question.  However, it�...
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The story below is a fun way to illustrate how shifting your perspective can transform your experience.

To get the most out of the story, read it carefully.  It will take you on an emotional roller coaster that may feel familiar.

You'll also find debriefing comments after the poem. 
Enjoy!


The Cookie Thief
A woman was waiting at the airport one night,
With several long hours before her flight.
She hunted for a book in the airport shop,
Bought a bag of cookies and found a place to drop.

She ...
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In my first yoga class, I was thoroughly perplexed by child's pose.  Addressing the beginners' Hatha yoga class, our teacher said we would practice resting poses throughout the class.  She showed us how to fold our bodies in half, resting our foreheads on the ground.

Why take breaks during a slow-paced class, I wondered? 

Looking back, I can understand why I was confused about the benefits of breaks.  While playing team sports, sitting on the bench typically meant I was among the worst players...
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