The series, The Wisdom In This, are actionable insights from key topics, articles, authors, and interviews to help you quickly and easily apply wisdom in all things. These are emailed to you when you sign up for the Wisdom In All Things newsletter
Mind | Forget faking enthusiasm. These 9 tactics will help you really engage with your work
Fake it ‘til you make it? Really? Or, you could consider authentically engaging with work instead of relying on faking enthusiasm. Forced positivity is unsustainable and counterproductive. The author provides several ways we can get our heads and hearts back in the game, like: Drive Change or Change Jobs. If you can’t, or won’t, do what you need to do, then it doesn’t make any sense to stay.
Body | Mastering hard conversations
According to Craig Groeschel, the size of the problem makes a big difference in how we address a team member’s behavior. Minor problems require a different strategy than major ones. Understanding the size of the problem helps you navigate these conversations effectively, ensuring they’re constructive and appropriate to the situation. But whether it’s a quick aside or a formal meeting, your goal remains the same: to foster growth and development in a way that builds trust and strengthens your relationship.
Soul | Ground your faith in reality
The Christian faith is rooted in evidence and reason––far from being blind faith. Robby Lashua contrasts this with his interactions with Latter-day Saints (LDS) missionaries, highlighting that their approach often relies on circular reasoning, such as using the Book of Mormon to validate its own truth without external evidence. Biblical faith involves trusting in something you’re convinced is true, supported by evidence like Jesus’ miracles and resurrection. Are you convinced? Consider studying the historical and factual foundations of our faith.