Reading Time: 3 minutes Welcome to the latest episode of Unlocking Your Greatness with Wendy Bjork. As an international bestselling author, nationally syndicated columnist, inspirational speaker and founder of heartsofwellness.com, it is my mission to empower women to build a strong Foundation of Wellbeing: One Whole-istic™ Step at a Time. To feel HOPE: harmony, options, peace and empowerment to help others along the way. Kintsugi and Healing Your Body The ancient Japanese art of mending broken pottery with gold is more than just a beautiful technique—it’s a metaphor for healing your body and accepting…
Read MoreThe Cumulative Effect of Small Unhealthy Habits
Reading Time: 3 minutes It’s often the small, seemingly insignificant habits that add up over time and lead to long-term health consequences. Whether it’s grabbing a sugary snack here and there or skipping your workout “just this once,” these decisions may seem harmless at the moment but can have a compounding effect on your well-being. We often don’t think of these small choices as dangerous because they don’t show immediate results. However, over time, consistent neglect in areas such as diet, exercise, or sleep can build into much bigger problems, including chronic fatigue, weight…
Read MoreWhy Is Living in Chaos So Addicting?
Reading Time: 5 minutes Welcome to the latest episode of Unlocking Your Greatness with Wendy Bjork. As an international bestselling author, nationally syndicated columnist, inspirational speaker and founder of heartsofwellness.com, it is my mission to empower women to build a strong Foundation of Wellbeing: One Whole-istic™ Step at a Time. To feel HOPE: harmony, options, peace and empowerment to help others along the way. Are People In Your World Sending You Into Overdrive? In the hustling rhythm of modern life, it’s easy to get your body’s stress response stuck in overdrive. The sympathetic…
Read MorePublic Speaking Excellence: How To Amp Up Your Presentation Skills
Reading Time: 3 minutes By Peggy Sealfon, BCHC Public speaking is one of the most powerful ways to connect, persuade, and inspire others. However, it can also be a source of anxiety and stress for many. Whether you’re speaking to a room full of people, presenting on Zoom, or giving a toast at a wedding, the ability to communicate effectively is essential. Great speakers aren’t born, they’re made—and with the right techniques, you can amp up your presentation skills to become a confident, engaging public speaker. In this article, we’ll explore key strategies…
Read MoreSetting Boundaries for Better Mental Health
Reading Time: 3 minutes Welcome to the latest episode of Unlocking Your Greatness with Wendy Bjork. As an international bestselling author, nationally syndicated columnist, inspirational speaker and founder of heartsofwellness.com, it is my mission to empower women to build a strong Foundation of Wellbeing: One Whole-istic™ Step at a Time. To feel HOPE: harmony, options, peace and empowerment to help others along the way. How to Set Boundaries With People Close to You Boundaries help you feel comfortable and safe, even when dealing with people close to you. They can also prevent you from…
Read MoreIs Your Credit on Ice Yet?
Reading Time: 3 minutes Welcome to the latest episode of Unlocking Your Greatness with Wendy Bjork. As an international bestselling author, nationally syndicated columnist, inspirational speaker and founder of heartsofwellness.com, it is my mission to empower women to build a strong Foundation of Wellbeing: One Whole-istic™ Step at a Time. To feel HOPE: harmony, options, peace and empowerment to help others along the way. In an era when data breaches have become alarmingly common, protecting your identity is an essential task. Many consumers, sadly, have experienced the consequences of a data breach: unauthorized credit…
Read MoreUnderstanding and Managing Stress: A Path to a Balanced Life
Reading Time: 4 minutes INTERVIEW ON THE PRICE OF BUSINESS SHOW, MEDIA PARTNER OF THIS SITE. Recently Kevin Price, Host of the nationally syndicated Price of Business Show, welcomed Dr. Ann Hester to provide another commentary in a series. The Dr. Ann Hester Commentaries Stress is an inevitable part of life. Whether it stems from work responsibilities, family demands, or the unexpected challenges that arise daily, stress finds a way to influence our lives. While it’s easy to view stress as a purely negative force, it can be a motivator in small doses, sharpen our focus, and enhance…
Read MoreFostering a Feedback Culture: How To Give Feedback Effectively
Reading Time: 2 minutes The Price of Business Digital Network has a new series of outstanding commentaries from thought leaders. This is one in that series. Joan (Joni) Hibdon, PCC, CPCC Summary: Joan (Joni) Hibdon is a coaching and consulting professional, focused on cultivating high-performance leadership excellence in organizations. Over the course of her career, Joni has focused on coaching executives to lead with a sense of awareness, purpose, and action, resulting in success for her clients. Joan’s insights heighten executive effectiveness, emotional intelligence, improvement in team dynamics, the ability to navigate…
Read MoreThe Neuroscience of Alcohol Addiction: Understanding the Brain’s Role in Dependency
Reading Time: 3 minutes Alcohol addiction, also known as alcohol use disorder (AUD), is a complex and multifaceted condition that affects millions of people worldwide. At its core, AUD is not just a behavioral issue but a neurological one, deeply rooted in the brain’s chemistry and structure. Understanding the neuroscience behind alcohol addiction is crucial for developing effective treatments and interventions. One of the key players in alcohol addiction is the brain’s reward system, specifically the mesolimbic dopamine system. Dopamine is a neurotransmitter that is closely associated with feelings of pleasure and reinforcement.…
Read MoreHave You Been Feeling the Solar Storms?
Reading Time: 3 minutes Welcome to the latest episode of Unlocking Your Greatness with Wendy Bjork. As an international bestselling author, nationally syndicated columnist, inspirational speaker and founder of heartsofwellness.com, it is my mission to empower women to build a strong Foundation of Wellbeing: One Whole-istic™ Step at a Time. To feel HOPE: harmony, options, peace and empowerment to help others along the way. How Do Solar Flares Affect Humans? The Northern Lights are spectacular, but they’re just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to solar storms. The explosions of radiation ejected…
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