Brummet's Conscious Blog

I want to talk a little bit today about developing a growth mindset - the mental ability to consciously choose to improve. In this mind set we want to learn, we yearn to be proved wrong so that we can no longer be mistaken. We want to be enlightened. We want to overcome the challenge or find an alternate route to our goal. This is the growth mindset. We don't mind putting in the work, taking the course, doing the research in order to make the new goal materialize. We put in the work knowing it plants seeds of change that if nurtured will grow into something special. Many of us are making resolutions to live more consciously, more proactive - to leave a legacy of positive change behind us. We have developed the need, the desire to see this in every aspect of our lives - not just at home, or just at work or as a consumer. The global culture has evolved with a renewed desire to know that we are creating change every day, every moment of every day.  Like many out there in this troubles...

Be Happier - By Stopping these things Now * Today's contribution was submitted by: Carla C. Hugo, who specializes in coaching people who want to love their work, find peace with parenting, better health, happier relationships. Our readers are invited to connect with Carla at:    carla@getcoached.com Sometimes the route to happiness depends upon what you don't do.  You already know the outcome you desire, yet obstacles are in the way - namely, fear. Here's a list of things we all need to stop doing if we want to attain happiness: 1. Over-talking : The word SILENT has the same letters as the word LISTEN. When you become silent by speaking less, you will be present with others and learn more. 2. Rushing : Take time and show people what you mean, rather than raise your voice and yell or over-explain. One on one, shoulder to shoulder, be with the person who you need, and who needs you. 3. Eye-rolling : Eye rolling is a silent punc...

Tips To Help Ease Worrying * Today's article was written by: "Richa" Have you turned on your television lately? If so, words like ISIS, Ebola, economy and Obamacare can send your blood pressure through the roof. It is difficult in today's world to keep from worrying. I've recently spoken with a number of friends who say they have trouble sleeping at night because their minds just can't shut down. With all of the stresses and strains on our lives these days it's no wonder people are weighted down with worry.  Worry is a dangerous animal. It lurks through our minds and then moves in and says a while. It fills us with self-doubt, fear, and sometimes even anger...all of which have significant negative effects on our health and well-being. So the question becomes, " How can we stop worrying? " There is a quote I love that states: " Worrying does not take away tomorrow's troubles, it takes away today's peace ." T...