By Andrea Goeglein What do jobs, marriages and boyfriends or girlfriends have in common?  At some time in your life I bet you said the words: “I stayed too long.” Over the last month I felt I was hearing that statement more than usual, so I came up with a response along the lines of,...Read More

By Andrea Goeglein Every so often I encounter a person who is a example of a living spirit — a person who is living what it means to be brave.  In those moments, I get to experience exactly what I am trying to live and teach.  Nothing clarifies a purpose more than seeing what it...Read More

by Andrea Goeglein Do you conduct your business life with integrity?  Integrity is actually one of the values that the research behind the VIA (Values in Action) showed to be present when a society flourished. Dr. Success Challenge:  Make a few quick lists 1) List a time someone in business did not engage in your...Read More

by Andrea Goeglein What if looking for beauty every day was a natural part of your day?  Do you think your mood and emotional well-being would benefit?  Research suggests that, in fact, it would.  The trick to finding beauty in our everyday lives is to look for it wherever you go.  And be present enough...Read More

by Andrea Goeglein Do you know how often a hummingbird rests?  A lot more, and a lot deeper, than you might have thought.  It seems hummingbirds know instinctively what humans have to learn: rest and sleep allow for the highest level and quality of engagement in life. You may have noticed I have not written...Read More

By Andrea Goeglein Books always matter to me, but toward the last few months of every year I start thinking back on what books have made an impact on my success, and the success of my clients, during the year.  You will notice these books cover a lot more than attitude and positive psychology.  They...Read More

by Andrea Goeglein November is the month dedicated to giving thanks.  It takes a lot of practice, patience and dedication to develop the character strength of gratitude and develop a state of continual thanksgiving.  It is, however, the only strength within the Values In Action (VIA) that is suggested all people develop whether it is...Read More

by Andrea Goeglein When you are motivated to do something, you have a reason for acting or behaving in a particular way. Inspiration on the other hand is the ‘process of being mentally stimulated to do or feel something, especially to do something creative.’ So the question I have for you is this:  Would you...Read More

By Andrea Goeglein Have you ever had your apology NOT accepted? There is a lot of talk about forgiveness and why it is good for you to forgive.  When doing forgiveness work you are cautioned not to expect anything from the person you perceived harmed you. They may not care if you forgive them.  Your...Read More