“If you see something beautiful in someone, speak it.” — Ruthie Lindsey
FOR THE MIND
What’s your EQ?
Emotional intelligence refers to our capacity to recognize, understand, and manage our own emotions, as well as to empathize with and navigate the emotions of others. It encompasses self-awareness, self-regulation, social awareness, and relationship management.
By cultivating EI, we gain better insight into our own emotional landscape and develop the ability to connect and communicate effectively with those around us. Think of it as your emotional radar that helps you soar through relationships, make better decisions, and conquer life’s challenges like a true champion.
Strategies to Enhance Your EI:
1️⃣ Cultivate Self-Awareness: Start by introspecting and observing your emotions without judgment. Pay attention to what triggers certain emotions and how they influence your thoughts and actions. Increasing self-awareness helps you better understand your strengths, weaknesses, and areas for growth.
2️⃣ Develop Self-Regulation: Practice self-control and emotional management. Take a pause when faced with challenging situations, and consciously choose your responses. This allows you to channel emotions in constructive ways and avoid impulsive reactions.
3️⃣ Nurture Empathy: Empathy involves understanding and sharing the emotions of others. Practice active listening, show genuine interest, and strive to view situations from different perspectives. Empathy fosters stronger relationships and promotes effective communication.
4️⃣ Enhance Social Skills: Effective communication, collaboration, and conflict resolution are vital social skills. Focus on active listening, assertive expression of emotions, and building positive connections. Developing these skills enables you to navigate social dynamics with ease.
Emotional Intelligence Quizzes:
TOGETHER WITH MIRO
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- Workshop and Meeting Energizers Template
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FOR THE BODY
Steps Towards Self-Love
In a world that often portrays an idealized version of beauty, it’s easy to develop a negative view of our own bodies.
Body positivity is a movement that aims to challenge these harmful standards and promote self-acceptance. It encourages individuals to appreciate and love their bodies, regardless of shape, size, or appearance.
If you find yourself struggling with body image issues, here are some actionable steps to help you foster a more positive relationship with your body.
TOGETHER WITH GROUPTOGETHER
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FOR THE WORKPLACE
Unconscious Bias Training
Unconscious bias training plays a pivotal role in creating an inclusive work environment by raising awareness and equipping individuals with the tools to recognize and challenge their biases.
By fostering a deeper understanding of unconscious biases, organizations can minimize their negative effects and make more informed, fair, and inclusive decisions.
Through unconscious bias training, individuals gain the following benefits:
- Enhanced Awareness: Training helps individuals identify their unconscious biases, making them conscious of the impact these biases can have on their perceptions and judgments.
- Informed Decision-Making: By understanding their biases, individuals can make more objective and fair decisions, whether it’s in hiring, promotions, or team dynamics.
- Improved Collaboration: Recognizing and addressing biases fosters a culture of respect, empathy, and inclusivity. Teams become more open to diverse perspectives, leading to increased collaboration and innovation.
- UCSF Unconscious Bias Training
- SHRM Implicit Bias Resource Guide
- Creative Equity Toolkit Unconscious Bias Resources
These resources serve as valuable starting points to initiate unconscious bias training in your organization. Remember, unconscious bias training is an ongoing process, and continuous learning and reinforcement are essential to creating lasting change.
By investing in unconscious bias training, organizations demonstrate their commitment to fostering an inclusive work environment, where all individuals feel valued and have equal opportunities to thrive.
FOR YOUR TEAM
OOO Checklist
Ah, summer travels! ✈️
It’s that time of year when your team is jetting off, soaking up the sun, and enjoying some well-deserved R&R.
But fear not, we’ve got your back! Share this snappy OOO (Out of Office) checklist with your team to ensure smooth sailing even when they’re away.
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