Author Archives: margiewarrell

Yesterday a friend emailed me to say that after years trying to make it as a freelance writer she’s admitted defeat and is now trying to find a paying job. I replied to her that all she needed to do … Continue reading →

When working with clients on trust, many of whom work for corporations and are faced with issues of trust (or lack thereof) daily, understanding the three key elements of trust can be very helpful to them. My guess is they … Continue reading →

When someone acts in a way that violates your sense of right and wrong, it’s likely you find yourself wondering, “How could that person be that way? How can they be so offensive, mean-spirited or manipulative?” Why so indeed. They … Continue reading →

Yesterday I walked in on my two younger sons, Matthew and Ben (aged 5 and 6), to find them in the midst of a big barney (Aussie for quarrel). When I asked what was going on, a tearful Ben admitted, … Continue reading →

What do you remember about Thanksgiving last November? Was it the family gathering round, the smells of fresh turkey, ham, or other staple in the oven or maybe it was the smell of freshly baked pies? Did you think it … Continue reading →

The whole concept of comfort zones evolved to explain the hedonistic psychological drive in all of us to seek pleasure and avoid pain. Comfort zones – characterized by the familiar, the known, the predictable – are where we risk little … Continue reading →