EQ@Work

In this EQ@Work Podcast episode, as part of a series to celebrate mental health awareness, Mucha shares strategies for Overcoming Performance Anxiety

I am one of those people who can't seem to stop "doing…" And for the longest time I wore my doing-ability as a badge of honour, proud of my ability to push down the feelings of overwhelm to deliver on tasks and assignments, validated by the applause or appreciation I received. But I have learned that dealing with the feelings of being overwhelmed every day isn't sustainable. And trying to just 'pu...

I didn't think depression was real until I experienced it for myself. I figured it was one of those 'western' ailments – used as an excuse by people who were not strong enough to deal with life. Boy was I wrong. Mental health challenges are real! As part of a series of episodes dedicated to mental health awareness month, this episode explores why your feelings matter

Because fear is uncomfortable & often keeps us stuck, blocking us from moving, it's easy to see fear as the "bad guy" & people often talk about fear as a "bad feeling" or a "negative emotion" – or even weakness. A more useful view is that fear, like all emotions, is a message – insight from yourself to yourself that you need to pay attention to. Reading the message takes Emotional Intellig...

The current state of global mental health is a cause for concern.  And it seems to be getting worse.  The pandemic, unsurprisingly, generally eroded people's mental & emotional wellbeing.  But declining mental health goes back before the pandemic started.  The WHO reports a 13% rise in mental health conditions since 2017.  This is a long-standing issue.  And it is...

Over the last few days, I have been struck again by how powerful our emotions are. I found myself in a funk & as I pulled out my EQ arsenal – ready to do battle & get myself back on course, I marvelled at how easy it is to get stuck in emotional patterns that do not serve us well. Listen to this episode as I share some key insights about the power of emotions

International Women's Day gives us an opportunity to celebrate women – and the strides that they have made. It is a global holiday celebrated annually on March 8 as a focal point in the women's rights movement, bringing attention to issues such as gender equality, reproductive rights, and violence and abuse against women. Across the globe, women are recognized for their achievements without regard...

On the 3rd Jan, 2023 – my siblings & I laid my mom to rest. As I reflected on her life, as I prepared to delivery her eulogy, I was struck by the many lessons I had learned from her. My mom was not perfect – which human is, but she remains the biggest influence on my life, and a credit to the woman I am today. In this 1st episode of a new season, representing the new season of my life, I share...

Self-doubt is characterized by feelings of uncertainty regarding one or more aspects of the self, and it's normal to experience feelings of doubt when we are faced with new or challenging situations. The challenge is when it becomes debilitating – stopping us in our tracks, causing us to sabotage our progress towards our goals. Emotional Intelligence can help! Tune into this episode as I share how

'Imposter Syndrome' is defined as a collection of feelings of inadequacy that persists regardless of the levels of success achieved. The reality is that for most people who push themselves to succeed & take chances – whether male or female – they will inevitably be plagued by some element of Imposter Syndrome. Tune in to this episode of the EQ@Work Podcast & learn how Emotional Intelligenc...

We've all done it at some time or other. We put off starting on a task we dread, we continually delay finishing a particular project, or keep relegating a tough conversation with a colleague around setting boundaries to the bottom of the to-do list. Procrastination is the mother of all demons and can literally stop you in your tracks from achieving all that you desire. Listen in as I share tips on...

Mindfulness means paying full attention to something with an open & non-judgmental attitude. It means slowing down to really notice what you're doing. It has been described as both a skill & a way of being. And research shows that mindfulness has a positive impact for individuals & teams at work. Listen in as I explore how to get started with mindfulness

As I walked on stage, I whispered a prayer & told my story. The story of how God's desire for me exceeds my highest expectation. He wants so much more for me! He wants to give me more. He wants to make me more. He wants to transform me into His likeness and His plan for me is limitless! Tune in to this episode & learn more about my Engage Story

September is my birthday month so I have a lot to give thanks for – but I have learned that and 'attitude of gratitude' is just that – an attitude, a mindset that flickers to life even in difficult circumstances when on the face of it, there is nothing much to give thanks for. I like the way Larissa Gomez puts it; "Being thankful is not always experienced as a natural state of existence, we must w...

My birthday month is always a time for reflection – reconnecting with purpose, and realigning with my WHY... And at this time every year, I make a vision check. Just as it is important to get our eyes checked regularly to assure that we will be able to see clearly, it is equally as important to do a VISION check to be certain that our goals are on track, and we are moving in alignment with purpose...

While you may see stress as a problem, it's also an important tool if you pay attention to the signs! The emotions of stress are informative. Stress is like a warning light on your car - it tells you something is at risk. Listen to this episode & learn 7 'Stress Busting Tips' that will help you to navigate seasons of heightened pressure.

To keep a car going, you have to fill it with petrol, check the oil and water regularly and give the tires some air. But how often do we take the time to reflect on whether we are giving ourselves what we need to flourish and live well? As we kick off this month of mental health awareness, tune in to the latest episode of the EQ@Work Podcast – The Right Mentality

There's a fear that if you are an empathic leader, your team will take advantage… For some strange reason we equate empathy with softness. But empathy is NOT being soft! It takes more to respond with empathy than it does to go without. This episode is all about the seemingly soft skill that drives bottom line results

Emotions are a major force in change. Some feelings RESTRICT or block change. Other feelings DRIVE or push us to change. Are you leveraging the power of PUSH emotions for change? Listen to this episode of the EQ@Work Podcast & learn how to successfully navigate change

One of the key factors in motivation is emotion: Someone can feel motivated or demotivated, committed or bored, curious or disgusted …. these feelings will shape the person's behaviour. How do you relight the fire when motivation wanes? When the excitement that fuelled your goal setting at the start of the year is now non-existent? As we close off the 1st quarter, tune in to the latest episode of...

For every woman in a leadership position, there exists many barriers to success. In order to #breakthebias, and break through these barriers, successful women must ensure that they are prepared for the challenges ahead by having clarity over those barriers, and identifying strategies to overcome them. As we celebrate International Women's Day this week, I've shared my thoughts around how women who...

The easiest way to move from "stuck" into action without struggle is to be authentic and to be in alignment with your authenticity. Authenticity means that you are connected to your core and that your desires are a true reflection of your inner self and soul. Alignment means that your entire being is in agreement with the goal you want to achieve Authenticity & alignment are the one-two punch...

Great expectations create great results. When you expect the best, it will become a directional mechanism that will guide you to seeking out and finding what you expect. The difference between great expectations and weak wishes is nothing but a mindset; a mindset that can make the difference between living a life of fulfilment and one of desperation and frustration. Check it out this episode of th...

For most people, New Year's resolutions just don't work. A study conducted by researchers at the University of Scranton found that 23% of people quit their resolution after just one week. And only 19% of individuals are actually able to stick to their goals long term. So, what can we do as we look at the year ahead? And consider our plans & goals? Lay down a vision! A BIG vision. One that enco...

Tis the season. As we down our tools in preparation for the holiday season & look back on the year that was, it's easy to see what didn't come together, what we failed to achieve. But the holidays for me are a time to give thanks. I haven't always been very good at taking time to smell the roses, and celebrate the wins – however small but it's a practice that my EQ journey has taught me to emb...