Change

The Courage to Change: Why Staying Stuck Is the Real Risk

By Sylvia Lafair | May 6, 2025 |

Summary: Most people say they want to change—until change knocks on their door wearing work boots and holding a mirror. Then suddenly, resistance becomes the name of the game. It is like that most of the time. Yet, there are better ways. Read on. Dear Dr. Sylvia, I’m reaching out with steam still coming out…

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Fear of Losing Your Job: How to Turn Panic into Power

By Sylvia Lafair | April 29, 2025 |

Summary: Fear of losing your job can bury or build you. Which one are you choosing? Our economy is like the biggest roller coaster in an amusement park. However, while fear of losing your job can cause screams, it’s not fun. Nobody gets a lifetime guarantee stamped on their paycheck. Fear is natural—it’s what you…

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The Power of Clarifying Questions

By Sylvia Lafair | March 6, 2025 | Comments Off on The Power of Clarifying Questions

Transforming Conflict Into Win-Win Solutions Summary: In the heat of a conflict, our natural response is often to judge, blame, or attack (what I call JUBLA), and then we move to the next level, to defend, explain, or justify (DEJ) our position. These are traditional methods in most cultures. Resolving conflict was to punch, jab,…

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From Bitter to Better: How to Transform Workplace Drama into Growth

By Sylvia Lafair | March 3, 2025 | Comments Off on From Bitter to Better: How to Transform Workplace Drama into Growth

Summary: This is a tale of workplace conflict and redemption that shows you ways to make real change happen. Enjoy it and use it in your own work life. Dear Dr. Sylvia, I am so tired of fighting with my colleagues at work. My pattern is “the clown.” I make funny jokes (at least, I…

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A family overcoming generational karma

How Karma Tumbles Through Generations: Changing Generational Karma- A Look at Elon Musk’s Family

By Sylvia Lafair | March 1, 2025 | Comments Off on How Karma Tumbles Through Generations: Changing Generational Karma- A Look at Elon Musk’s Family

Summary: Generational karma is a powerful force. It’s the set of unconscious patterns—beliefs, behaviors, and emotional responses—that tumble through families until someone finally decides to stop the cycle. We see it in our own lives, but it’s especially fascinating when examined in high-profile families. Dear Dr. Sylvia, Everything seems so upside down at the moment.…

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Transforming Triggers into Pathways for Work and Personal Growth

By Sylvia Lafair | February 18, 2025 | Comments Off on Transforming Triggers into Pathways for Work and Personal Growth

Summary: Do you ever sidestep discomfort, avoiding situations that unsettle you? Yet, these moments—your emotional triggers—are key to profound self-discovery and growth. By confronting and understanding your triggers, you can transform them from sources of distress into valuable teachers. Dear Dr. Sylvia, Yesterday, at my semi-annual review with my boss, he told me, and I…

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Valentine’s Day Reflection: Hearing the Words Within your “Heart”

By Sylvia Lafair | February 13, 2025 | Comments Off on Valentine’s Day Reflection: Hearing the Words Within your “Heart”

Dear All, Have a sweet and caring Valentine’s Day with your loved ones. Along with flowers and chocolates, here are some thoughts to consider. Valentine’s Day is a time for love, connection, and deep listening—not just with our ears but with our hearts. Ultimately, it’s a day when words carry more meaning. Think about when…

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How to Stop Stress: Step From Self-doubt to Self -aware and finally to Self-confident

By Sylvia Lafair | January 20, 2025 | Comments Off on How to Stop Stress: Step From Self-doubt to Self -aware and finally to Self-confident

Summary: Stress is a multifaceted and annoying creature. One of the deepest holes to dig out of is self-doubt. Yes, it takes a willingness to look inside yourself for the why and the where that feeling of not being good enough began. Here are some thoughts on taming your own stress monster. Dear Dr. Sylvia…

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How Fires, Floods, and Wars Impact “Safe Zones”

By Sylvia Lafair | January 16, 2025 | Comments Off on How Fires, Floods, and Wars Impact “Safe Zones”

The Illusions of Safety: How Fires, Floods, and Wars Impact the Daily Lives of Those in “Safe Zones” Summary: No one is truly untouched in a world increasingly defined by its challenges—climate change, wildfires, droughts, and conflicts. While some regions experience these crises firsthand, others may seem to exist in “safe zones.” Yet, the ripple…

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Culture Clash to Culture Cash: How Workplace Harmony Creates Profit

By Sylvia Lafair | July 9, 2024 | Comments Off on Culture Clash to Culture Cash: How Workplace Harmony Creates Profit

Summary: We all talk about workplace culture as a critical determinant of success. Yet, many organizations continue to struggle with internal culture clashes that hinder productivity and growth. Transforming these clashes into a harmonious and profitable workplace isn’t just a utopian ideal; it’s a tangible goal that can drive significant financial and operational benefits. Let’s…

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