Your brain gives bad news VIP access. Negativity bias pulls attention toward threats, while positive emotions can broaden what we notice and imagine. The opportunity is not to ignore reality. It is to deliberately balance what feeds your brain.
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Apparently, My Brain Didn’t Get the Memo
When reality changes, our brains often keep operating from an outdated prediction. The result can be frustration, discomfort, and resistance. The key is not to force the present to match the past, but to update the picture in our heads and ask a better question: “What does doing this well look like now?”
Change is inevitable. Agility is the courage, humility, and humor to redraw the picture when reality proves us wrong.
Update the prediction. Then take the next useful step.
Scrolling for Happiness? That’s Like Drinking Saltwater for Thirst.
Scrolling feels good… but it’s quietly rewiring your brain.
New data shows a direct link between social media use and declining happiness, especially in young people. The good news? Your brain is trainable. Here are three neuroscience-backed ways to take your focus and wellbeing back.
Why Your Brain Resists AI: The Neuroscience of Change and How to Embrace It
Our brains evolved to fight lions, not algorithms. So if AI adoption feels weird, you’re not imagining it. Leadership futurist John F. Edwards explains how neuroscience can help you calm your brain, play with technology, and lead change with curiosity and confidence.
Why Planning for 2025 Starts NOW
“But John, we don’t even have our pumpkins out yet. Why are you bugging me about the new year already?” I get it… it’s October, and you’ve got Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah, and probably a dozen other activities on the horizon. If you’ve got little ones in your life, you’re probably already anticipating the whirlwind […]
Navigating the AI Revolution: Is your organization doing it wrong?
Are you worried or excited about AI? Somewhere in between? Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept but a present reality reshaping our workplaces. As organizations rush to integrate AI into their operations, a critical question emerges: Are we preparing our leaders for this seismic shift? Companies worldwide are seriously focused on how […]
Lessons I’ve Learned from a Paralympic Champion
Every time the paralympic season comes around, I find myself thinking about my time learning from Tatyana McFadden. Tatyana, for those of you who may not know, is one of the premier Paralympic athletes in history. Being able to meet and speak alongside someone who embodies success, determination, and hard work has left me with […]
Seven Ways to Hack Your Brain for Restoration and Relaxation
It’s the magical season of sunshine, beach days, and barbecues. But let’s be honest, folks – how many of us actually feel rested and recharged? And what can we do to ensure we’re reaping the benefits of summertime? There’s a science to summertime unwinding. Our brains aren’t designed to be “on” all the time. Just […]
Take the Pressure Off: Become a Curator of Curiosity
How are you dealing with the shift in expectations we’re seeing globally? You’ve heard it all before: artificial intelligence, an aging population, tech booms, growth of e-commerce…but what exactly does this mean for us as leaders? A recent McKinsey report shows CEOs are facing a shift in their expectations of the workforce. Keep reading to […]
Boost Mental Health With the Science of Morning Routines
Ah, mornings – the gateway to a new day, filled with endless possibilities. But if you’re like me, you feel a bit slower when starting your day. That’s not a bad thing. In fact, we can use this to our advantage. Better morning routines can set you up for a more successful day. Let’s sprinkle […]