How to Radically Improve the Quality of Your Communication

Have you ever walked away from a conversation only to realize something was misunderstood, misinterpreted, or simply not heard at all? Communication is at the heart of everything we do, yet it's surprisingly easy to get wrong.

In this article, I’ll share some powerful insights and practical tools to help you improve the quality of your communication—whether you’re speaking, listening, dealing with emotions, or navigating tricky conversations. You'll learn:

How cognitive biases affect the way we communicate
A simple model for high-quality communication
A tool to stay calm and clear-headed during emotional moments
How to become more mentally flexible and open-minded
A framework to express your needs more effectively
How to become a better listener—and why it matters

Mind Matters Most: The Science of Meaning, Mindset, and Lasting Fulfillment

In the previous article (The Clarity & Purpose Blueprint), we talked about how every fulfilling life starts with a simple yet powerful question: What do I truly want, and why does it matter?

Both Clarity & Purpose form the foundation for taking ownership of your life and experiencing more of what truly fulfills you. It’s not about perfection or checking off boxes—it’s about aligning your energy and actions with what feels meaningful to you.

In this article, we’ll dive deeper into how purpose is linked to fulfillment and why your mindset is the most powerful tool you have in shaping a meaningful and fulfilling life.

Groei, Happiness, High Performance, THRIVE, Personal growthJan AquariusFebruary 20, 2025Clarity, Purpose, High Performance, Happiness, Goals, Fulfilment, Mindset, Self-awarenessComment

The Power of Going All-In: What Happens When We Fully Commit?

What happens when we make an all-in decision and fully commit to something?

When we tune into what we really want and make a bold move, something incredible seems to happen. It’s like telling the universe, “I’m ready—let’s go!” And suddenly, opportunities start falling into place.

Do you take the time to tune into what you truly want? Here are a few tools to help you connect with your inner guide:

The way that we spend our time is the greatest testament to how much we truly value ourselves.

An eye-opener for me.

Our behavior gives us a clear insight in how much we value ourselves, and it might be a tough pill to swallow. But becoming aware of this is a great seed for future change. If it is a tough pill to swallow, read on.

Happiness, Personal growthJan AquariusSeptember 12, 2022Happiness, Self-esteem, Self-awareness, Personal growthComment

The one question that can change your life

I read this quote from Marcus Aurelius recently: If it is not right, do not do it; if it is not true, do not say it.

It made me think of an old Socrates story, so story-time:

From Mindfulness to Compassionate Leadership - 5 insights from the Search Inside Yourself Leadership Training

I had a blast during the Search Inside Yourself Training in Amsterdam last week.

I’m happy to share 5 insights with you.

Happiness by Design – Turn your life around

In previous post I introduced this topic and gave you relatively easy choices to increase your happiness and overall well-being. Now let’s dive into a few more choices you can make.