The TLS Blog

The TLS blog is where you can find strategies to navigate through the ever-changing and complex challenges you face as a leader. We aim to inspire you and welcome your thoughts on the topics and ideas that we present in the blog.

expectations

Adjust Expectations as Needed

For many of us, the expectations we have the most difficulty meeting are actually our own. Join us as we explore the idea of focusing on what's important - while also - finding moments of ease. READ MORE

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Box Breathing

It's one thing to 'plan' to take a moment for yourself, it's another thing to actually find that moment. Listen today as we offer a simple guided breathing exercise that's designed to offer an immediate moment (or two) of calm READ MORE
Managing Negative Thoughts

Managing Negative Thoughts

Right now things can feel downright chaotic for many of us. If this is your experience, we invite you to join us as we explore how we can notice our thoughts in this high-anxiety moments and offer one simple strategy READ MORE
Lessening Emotional Impact

Lessening Emotional Reactivity

How do you stay focused and/or feel productive when there are so many distractions coming at you from every direction? In this week's video, we share some strategies that leaders in our community are finding helpful. We also share how READ MORE
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Expressing Kindness … to Ourselves

It's easy to find yourself feeling anxious and overwhelmed these days, given everything from the demands of the organization to the news cycle. Join us as we share an approach based in kindness and self-compassion - no matter what else READ MORE
End-of-Year Burnout

Managing End-of-Year Burnout

This time of year can be exhausting - even for those of us who are already exhausted! High levels of exhaustion can lead to feelings of burnout and this week, we are talking about specific ways we can support ourselves READ MORE
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Work-Life Harmony

Work-Life Balance. Some folks have some pretty strong feelings about this topic. This week, we discuss the problem of using the word 'balance' when talking about our complicated lives. Join us to hear the conversation!READ MORE

Employee Mental Health, Pt. 2

Leaders play a critical role in contributing to the conditions for positive mental health in the workplace - both their own as well as others. Listen to hear what managers can do for themselves and their staff!READ MORE

Employee Mental Health, Pt. 1

For the majority of us, our manager has more impact on our mental health than our therapist or doctor - and is equal to the impact of our partner.  Surprised?  Today's conversation opens the door on an important discussion about mental health and the workplace!READ MORE