Get out of overwhelm and survival mode and make a bigger positive impact on those around you. You can thrive as a relevant, sharp influence on your world, personally and professionally. Here is how.

It's one of the most predictable human responses. When behaviors, interactions, and words don't make sense to you, you'll create a story to explain them. A climate of transparency can eliminate assumptions, false beliefs, and misunderstandings.

What keeps you from truly thriving and enjoying life now? The present moment is the only guarantee you have for living. Unfortunately, you can find yourself caught up in the past, future, or both and miss the opportunities in the present moment.

Your life recently changed, and you feel shaken, empty, confused, and maybe a little lost. Transition Disorientation is real and common. Transform your thoughts and actions for the new season. Here's how.

It takes courage and strength to take a hard look at whether your thinking is true to reality and helpful for living. Do you have it?

Your time is too short to get discouraged about the things around you. Make the most of every moment with this exercise.

Dr. Godfrey's reflections growing out of personal development and 20 years of work at True Course.