Stoicess' Secret

Considering Intercultural Dating at the Office? This poem will give you some pointers.

Tired of constantly navigating a stormy sea of criticism at work? Struggling to keep your head above water as your colleagues relentlessly scrutinize your every work product to the nth degree?  You're not alone. In today's hypercompetitive corporate landscape, it's all too common for colleagues to adopt an overly critical approach toward leadership.  In this webinar, we address a si...

Having difficulty deciding whether to take an out-of-town job offer? What if your partner totally objects? Read the blog for a healthy response.

Do you feel you're constantly being forced to work overtime? Maybe it's time to think this through.

There's an upcoming holiday and you have been assigned by your parents to be in charge of the family festivities, which includes the clean-up. You’re elated to be in charge of the festivities, but the clean-up is a nightmare in the making, and your siblings refuse to help. What do you do?  Listen to the Stoicess for some guidance.

In a world driven by financial demands, it's often tempting to let our wallets dictate our career path. After all, who doesn't want a comfortable bank balance and the ability to afford the finest things in life? But is taking a job solely for the money a wise decision? In this webinar, we address a situation where a gentleman had his eye on the money and overlooked the real purpose of th...

High School Reunion Nightmare: Stoicess' Poem.  It's High School reunion time! Are you excited or unsure whether to attend? Read the poem for a unique perspective just for you.

It's the dreaded question that every single person encounters at some point and once that first person asks, it seems like everyone piles on.  The question?  "When are you getting married?"   So, how do you handle this one? You have a situation and the Stoicess has a resolution. Listen to the podcast for her guidance.  

Ever feel it’s your adult son and his partner against you? What about that duty of honor the Bible says they owe you? When you have Situations – the Stoicess has Recommendations.  

The alarm is going off again. It first went off at 6am, then 6:15, and now 6:30. Yeah, it’s “third time’s a charm” because if you don’t get up now, you’ll be late for work. But who cares, right?  As you lie in bed, you dream of escaping the stresses and demands of your job. You’ve been stashing money away and have a comfortable nest egg. Thus, early retirement is an option, and spending your days...

The plan has been made. The big date is forthcoming. There’s excitement in the air. Everyone is working toward that magical date. But there is one problem, at least for you. Your future daughter-in-law doesn’t respect you.  Listen to the Stoicess' guidance on this one.

Are you hopeful for a pay raise on your next evaluation because of the newly assigned work you have been doing? Don't be surprised if the boss lets you down. The Stoicess explains why and what to do next time. 

Feeling personally overwhelmed at work is an all-too-familiar sensation. It’s like everyone is running around with scissors just waiting for another disaster to occur. And being constantly bombarded with additional tasks and deadlines, as management continues to “raise the bar” for productivity’s sake, leads to stress and burnout. Such intensity can have a significant impact on your mental and phy...

You’ve been together for over a year, and all is progressing nicely with the relationship, that is, until you overheard him talking with another lady at a party last night. The lady was cozying up to him, and she asked if the two of you were together and he responded, “For now, yes. Our relationship is all about the money.” You almost choked on your tea but quickly left the room before coughing. H...

It was a tough breakup and now the Ex wants to give the two of you a second chance. What should you do? The Stoicess has some advice for you.

Idea generation is the lifeblood of innovation in any organization. And in a highly competitive business landscape, companies that can consistently generate fresh ideas gain a significant advantage over their competitors. However, idea generation goes beyond simply coming up with random thoughts. It requires a systematic approach that takes into account the company's goals, market trends, cus...

You’re finally over your Ex. Your heart has mended. You’re on your new path in life. That is until you see your best friend intertwined in a romantic kiss with your ex. How do you respond? See the poem for an answer.

You finally got a day off to spend with your partner. Everything appeared perfect until your partner paid more attention to their cell phone, than to you. You’re fired up and ready to stir things up.  However, the Stoicess has some words for you before you unload on him! 

Your boss has commented many times that your ideas lack sense. You get “that look” so many times after expressing an idea, that you feel like crawling into a hole. You’ve reached a point that keeping your mouth shut is the best way for you to conform to societal norms. In a world that often values conformity, it's important for you to embrace your uniqueness and recognize that having differen...

Your children are now grown and facing life as young adults. However, they keep asking you for money. Maybe you gave them too much during their time with you, because as they now face hardships, they see you as an extended piggy bank for them. How do you tell them “No”? Listen to the Stoicess’ advice.

You have your belief on how the company should be steered,  but your partner has a different thought. Who wins at the end of the day? Listen to the poem for some advice.

Work-related stress is a common issue that causes many professionals to attempt to escape the corporate world. A constant feeling of exhaustion, loss of enthusiasm and passion for the work, and a lack of support from colleagues or superiors are all stressors that can make one feel it’s time to throw in the towel.  In this webinar, we address a man who was among those that had given up. He was just...

You’ve got this friend that recently decided she’s the leader of your social group… maybe leader of the world would be a better characterization. From her perch on top of the globe, she’s begun to evaluate the actions of others one task at a time. This attitude of hers toward friends started after she received a recent promotion to manager at her job. So how do you address this situation if you&ap...

You’ve just learned that your coworker has taken all the credit for a report you wrote. You are angry and want revenge! Listen to the podcast for some sound reasoning on how to proceed professionally.

A close friend of yours at the office is struggling regarding whether to apply for an upcoming promotion in your unit.  Of late, it appears that older co-workers are being overlooked. A mood of frustration for older workers is in the air. They feel their experience and skills are not being recognized.  In this webinar, we address a middle-aged gentleman who was chosen by God to replace one of the...