by Gayle Van Gils | Gayle Van Gils
The key to navigating change is to have a solid base for that journey into the unknown. That “base” is a capability to be aware of what you are feeling and thinking. When we are hit with unexpected change or uncertainty we often go directly into “autopilot” mode. ...
by Gayle Van Gils | Gayle Van Gils, wellness
Karma is a Sanskrit term that literally means “action” or “doing.” In the Buddhist tradition, karma refers more specifically to action driven by intention….. that leads to future consequences. The link between karma and energy Karma does not imply that you get rewards...
by Gayle Van Gils | Gayle Van Gils
Have you ever heard or read the same news as a friend, but had a totally different reaction? That can happen because we relate to everyone and everything through our own personal filters. We see situations through the lens of memory of past experiences or desires...
by Gayle Van Gils | Emotional Intelligence, Gayle Van Gils
When we become aware of what we’re thinking and believing, we then have the power to use those thoughts as a steppingstone to shift our initial interpretation. When we choose not to believe every thought that comes into our head, we can build an awareness of our...
by Gayle Van Gils | Emotional Intelligence, Gayle Van Gils
We can begin to relieve our fear of change by understanding it better and by practicing to lessen those fears. In this post, you’ll have a chance to consider a few strategies to help manage that worry and nervousness. If change and uncertainty make you feel nervous or...