http://www.saritapittman.com/blog/rss/feedsFor decades, industry experts and life coaches have enjoyed the passion, warmth and transformational power from The Lady Wealth Builder, Sarita Pittman whe she speaks in small or large group events.Sat, 16 May 2026 20:48:37 -0700http://www.saritapittman.com/blog/post/its-blooming-seasonhttp://www.saritapittman.com/blog/post/its-blooming-season Let me just start by saying this—growth is not always pretty. Sometimes blooming feels more like breaking. It looks like crying in your car before showing up to a meeting with a smile. It looks like saying no to things you used to tolerate because you’re finally saying yes to yourself. It’s messy. It’s uncomfortable. And it’s real. But sis, it’s blooming season. And that means it’s your time. I’ve been there—stuck in spaces that no longer fit, shrinking so others wouldn’t feel small around my light. Sound familiar? You water everybody else, then look up one day and realize you’re dry. Parched. Brittle. And yet… expected to keep producing fruit. Nah. Not anymore. This season is about you growing, thriving, and showing up fully—without apology, without explanation, without waiting for permission. We are not dimming the light, tucking our dreams away, or pretending we don’t want more. We’re not softening the edges that make us bold, beautiful, and brilliant. This is your blooming season, and here’s what that really means: You might lose some folks along the way. Everyone doesn’t clap for the version of you that’s finally standing tall. That’s okay. You’re not blooming for applause, you’re blooming because you’ve outgrown the pot you were planted in. You might feel exposed. Growth requires you to step into new spaces, try new things, open yourself up to new possibilities. It feels risky. But comfort never called anyone higher. You might question yourself. That’s normal. Keep blooming anyway. And here’s the funny part—sometimes blooming is quiet. It’s not all fireworks and Instagram-worthy moments. Sometimes it’s just making a decision to try again. To speak up. To rest. To start over. To invest in yourself. To finally act like you believe in who God made you to be. So yes, you’re blooming. Even when it doesn’t feel like it. Even when it’s slow. Even when no one notices. I’m walking in this season with you. I’m learning to bloom in my truth, my voice, my purpose, and my boundaries. And I want you to know—you’re not behind. You’re not too late. You’re right on time. Water yourself. Speak life over your journey. Be proud of every petal that’s finally pushing through the soil. It’s blooming season. Let’s make it beautiful.Wed, 30 Apr 2025 15:18:00 -0700http://www.saritapittman.com/blog/post/surviving-the-business-side-of-businesshttp://www.saritapittman.com/blog/post/surviving-the-business-side-of-business Ah, the life of a business owner. You started with a dream, a passion, and perhaps a bit of naivety about how glorious it would be to be your own boss. Then, reality smacked you right in the face with accounting, taxes, HR issues, and those delightful “what-am-I-doing-with-my-life” moments. Fear not, fellow entrepreneur, for you are not alone in this wild journey. Let’s navigate the treacherous waters of the business side of business together—with a good dose of humor and practical advice. The Tale of the Accidental Accountant You thought owning a business would mean spending your days doing what you love. But suddenly, you’re spending more time with spreadsheets than your family. If numbers aren’t your thing, don’t panic—embrace the chaos. Imagine your invoices and expenses as a never-ending game of Sudoku. Fun, right? When in doubt, hire a good accountant. They are the magical wizards who can turn your financial gobbledygook into understandable reports. Think of them as Gandalf, guiding you through the Mines of Moria (or the IRS audit). Your time is better spent growing your business, not wrestling with tax codes that seem to be written in Elvish. Marketing: The Mysterious Beast Marketing your business can feel like trying to catch a unicorn with a lasso made of spaghetti. Social media algorithms change more often than you change socks, and keeping up with trends can be like drinking from a firehose. Here’s a tip: don’t try to do it all. Pick one or two platforms that make sense for your business and stick with them. Remember, even Rome wasn’t built in a day, and they didn’t have Instagram to worry about. If posting cute cat memes gets more engagement than your meticulously crafted posts, roll with it. Sometimes, the path to success is paved with fluffy distractions. HR Headaches and Office Politics Managing people is like herding cats—if the cats could file lawsuits and demand better coffee. Employees are the lifeblood of your business, but they also come with their own set of challenges. Create a positive work environment by being transparent, fair, and maybe even a little bit fun. Remember Michael Scott from The Office? Yeah, don’t be him. But do sprinkle in some humor and humanity. Hold a “bad tie” day, have impromptu dance-offs, or bring in donuts for no reason at all. Happy employees are productive employees, and they might not notice that your business plan is held together with duct tape and sheer willpower. Customer Service: The Circus Act Customers are the reason you’re in business, but dealing with them can sometimes feel like juggling flaming torches while riding a unicycle. You will encounter all kinds—those who sing your praises and those who think you’re the devil incarnate because their shipment was one day late. Take a deep breath and channel your inner therapist. Listen, empathize, and respond with a calm and understanding tone. Keep a stash of chocolate nearby for those especially trying interactions. And remember, for every grumpy Gus, there are usually ten satisfied Sallys who appreciate your efforts. The Art of Self-Care In the midst of running around like a headless chicken, don’t forget to take care of yourself. Burnout is real, and it’s not pretty. Schedule time for breaks, hobbies, and the occasional Netflix binge. Your business will not crumble if you take a day off. (If it does, we have bigger problems to discuss.) Find a community of fellow business owners to commiserate with. Join networking groups, attend local meetups, or just vent on social media. Sometimes, all you need is to know that others are struggling with the same ridiculous issues. Laugh Your Way to Success At the end of the day, remember why you started your business in the first place. Let that passion drive you, and don’t be afraid to laugh at the absurdities along the way. Business is serious, but it doesn’t have to be devoid of joy and humor. So, chin up, brave entrepreneur! You’ve got this. When the going gets tough, just think of this: if a cat can become an internet sensation, your business can certainly succeed. And if all else fails, at least you’ll have some great stories to tell. Now, go forth and conquer, one laugh at a time!Tue, 28 May 2024 09:32:00 -0700http://www.saritapittman.com/blog/post/daily-mindfulness-to-change-your-lifehttp://www.saritapittman.com/blog/post/daily-mindfulness-to-change-your-life The complexity of today's world can put a strain on our mental health. A 2018 study by the Mental Health Foundation revealed that last year 74% of people interviewed had suffered from a level of stress that was unable to manage or felt overwhelmed. To manage stress and build resilience to stressful situations, it is important to know about proactive ways to strengthen our mental well-being. One method cited by the NHS that could prove useful for many of us is so-called mindfulness. There is much talk about it in newspapers and magazines, but do we really know what it means? Mindfulness is the act of paying attention to the present moment, the world around us, our thoughts and feelings and using this practice to improve our mental well-being. It allows us to enjoy everyday life, get to know each other better and tune in more with ourselves when we are feeling stressed. How can we implement mindfulness in daily life? Watch your thoughts Take a moment to pause and collect your thoughts, try to understand how you feel and remember that mindfulness doesn't necessarily mean removing negative or unwanted thoughts. Rather, it's about recognizing these thoughts and watching them come and go. Get in tune with the world around you Wherever we are, stopping and attuning to the environment can only do us good. We often tend to enter "autopilot", especially when we are particularly stressed and overworked, and we do not realize that we should do something positive for us. Even if they seem like small things, they are important to break the routine that can undermine our Wellness. The next time it's a nice day, take a moment to enjoy the warm sun and clear skies. Pause before answering In a conversation, it is easy to interrupt the interlocutor without listening and really pay attention to what he is telling us. Taking a moment to calmly formulate the answer is a great way to feel fully involved and give the other our full attention. Exchanges of conscious conversation can enrich everyone. Be more active in your daily tasks Where possible, try to walk or cycle a section of the road if it's a nice day. In addition to the added benefits of physical activity, you can break the routine, embrace new perspectives, and have time to observe your thoughts. Starting with energy will then give you a sense of positive satisfaction for the rest of the day Physical activity Physical activity is closely linked to mindfulness, as well as offering many physical benefits that support our mental well-being. When you run you are more likely to immerse yourself in the present moment, tune into listening to your body and be aware of your breathing. Mindfulness-based practices promote just that . Physical activity can make you feel stronger both physically and mentally, as well as burning calories and training. When exercising, focus on each movement and breath mindfully, full immersing in what you are doing and how you feel for a mindful experience.Thu, 01 Jul 2021 10:22:00 -0700http://www.saritapittman.com/blog/post/work-life-balance-for-dummies-in-4-stepshttp://www.saritapittman.com/blog/post/work-life-balance-for-dummies-in-4-steps Is work taking over your private life? Many people go to the office earlier than necessary and leave it hours after everyone else has left. And, as if this weren't bad enough, employees who are most dedicated to work take several hours to work at home in the evenings and on weekends, thus disrupting the balance between work and private life. The main reasons why you should find a balance between work and private life are: You feel overwhelmed and overworked You want to spend more quality time with a partner / with your children Long commutes from home to work make you waste too much time a day You neglect friends / social commitments Find yourself working from home in the evenings or on weekends Basically, it all comes down to better time management. So here are four tips to improve your work-life balance: Make the most of your commute to work When on public transport, you can use this time to reply to emails, so you are ready to start working as soon as you arrive at the office. Alternatively, use this time to read. Getting some rest before and after work can free your mind from office stress, help you relax at the end of the day, and restore the balance between private life and work.If you live close enough to your office to be able to walk, run or bike to and from, use this opportunity to practice your daily exercise: you will reduce the costs of the gym and optimize the times, so that you also have more free evening to spend it. with friends or family! Exercising and eating healthily increases your energy and clarity, making you more productive throughout the day and helping you regain work-life balance. If you have to drive to work, you can buy audio books and make the most of your time in the car. If you use a collective car, you will not be able to optimize time in this way but at least you will save on the cost of gasoline. Prioritize your tasks Even if you can't always stick to your schedule of activities tightly (phone calls and prolonged meetings are the most common causes for postponing other tasks), setting daily and weekly deadlines will help you be more productive and get out of the office punctual every day, improving the balance between private life and work. Use your phone, e-mail or calendar to set reminders: careful organization can save you a lot of time. Plan your life outside of work to improve work-life balance Keeping business meetings on your agenda is a daily routine that helps keep you on track during busy hours. The same habit can also be applied to your personal life. If you also create a precise agenda for your social commitments, it is much more likely that you will be able to maintain a balance between private life and work. The next time you meet a friend for a coffee, instead of vaguely saying "let's meet again soon", immediately mark an expected date and time in your diaries. Relax when you can Making the most of the weekend is also difficult if you have nothing planned: you might find yourself in the office on Monday morning thinking "Where did my weekend go?”. You need to use your weekends to relax, unwind and cultivate your interests and relationships. This is the best way to have a strong work life balance and a healthy way to approach to the upcoming new week! Thu, 24 Jun 2021 11:30:00 -0700http://www.saritapittman.com/blog/post/what-is-kombucha-a-mini-guide-about-the-trending-superfood-for-2021http://www.saritapittman.com/blog/post/what-is-kombucha-a-mini-guide-about-the-trending-superfood-for-2021 Let's start our mini-guide by explaining what Kombucha is. It is a "living drink" based on tea, slightly sparkling, low in sugar and rich in beneficial properties that is obtained from the fermentation of sweetened tea through SCOBY, a particular culture of our friendly bacteria and yeasts. Kombucha is in fact rich in bacteria capable of strengthening our intestinal flora, it is antibacterial, antioxidant, energizing, purifying and some even claim that it improves mood. Be careful not to confuse it with Konbucha though. Many make the mistake of confusing kombucha with Konbucha which instead is a seaweed - called Konbu - which is often used as tea or in cooking. It is also called in many different ways, often improper. In fact, many misuse the term "kambucha", or "kombucha mushroom" or "tea mushroom". \Fermented tea-based drink called Elixir of Long Life Also known as Kombucha Tea or Fermented Tea, Kombucha is obtained from the fermentation of sweetened tea - regardless of the type: it can in fact be prepared with green tea, black tea, white tea and even with mate or in its kombucha variant of coffee - through a yeast and bacterial culture called SCOBY, which stands for Symbiotic Culture of Bacteria and Yeast. Just like for beer and wine, the yeasts contained in the SCOBY consume the sugar that is added to the tea, producing carbon dioxide and alcohol, in a minimum percentage, usually less than 1%. Fermented foods and fermented drinks are generally known for their beneficial properties, but why? The fermentation process has existed for as long as there has been life on earth, it is the same process that the ecosystem in which we live uses to "digest" - transform - complex organic matter into single molecules. To understand how much fermented foods and drinks such as Kombucha are useful to our body, just think of the millions of microorganisms that carry out the tiring task of digesting in our place, breaking complex chemical bonds between molecules, into simple bonds and releasing vitamins. minerals and other nutrients. The three main properties of kombucha are: antioxidant, linked to substances contained in tea, such as polyphenolsantibacterial, thanks to the presence of bacteria that fight and protect the drink from external pathogensantifungal Plus: It helps the liver and gastrointestinal system in their daily workIt strengthens the immune systemExcellent for purifying the body and detoxifying the liverIt inhibits the advancement of cancer cellsIdeal against cardiovascular problems To date - given the recent interest in this drink - there are still no scientific studies carried out on humans, but the aforementioned ones carried out on animals and in vitreous give hope. Other properties In addition to the benefits of kombucha already mentioned and proven by scientific studies, there are hundreds of articles that list other virtues of this drink. Fights gastric refluxExcellent against AcneNatural anxiolyticGood for colitis sufferersIt improves mood and is recommended for those suffering from depressionHelps deflateFights hangoverIdeal against headachesGreat for those with hypertensionHelps with hypoglycemia for those suffering from diabetesImprove digestionAlly of all women during PMSHelps against rheumatism As you might have noticed, there are so many different wonderful benefits you can enjoy with this incredible superfood! Add it to your routine and notice how you feel! Thu, 17 Jun 2021 08:30:00 -0700http://www.saritapittman.com/blog/post/time-management-in-5-stepshttp://www.saritapittman.com/blog/post/time-management-in-5-steps Do you often complain about lack of time? Would you like to recover precious minutes and occupy them according to your needs? If you practice, you can have more free time than you ever thought. Proper time management helps you live better. We all have the same number of hours, but there are some people who manage to do a lot of things during the day, while others manage to accomplish only a small part of their goals. They always live in a rush and at the end of the day they even feel guilty for not doing what they should have done. 1 - Plan your goals (to do list) One of the most effective techniques is the so-called "To do list - the to do list". It will take you five minutes in the morning to write a list of the actions you want to do during the day What are the benefits? you will have a work schedule with well-defined times you can "underline" the most important commitments you avoid wasting mental energy to remember that you have to do the shopping, pay a bill, etc. etc. you will be able to easily ask yourself what tasks to do during the day you will be able to notice your results and reward the goals achieved To write the "to do list" you can use a word processor, online applications or directly on a sheet of paper (To do list). Start now, write the list, plan your goals. 2 - Choose priorities Writing a to-do list is a good start. If you are like most of all of us, the list may contain more tasks than you can get in a day. So what needs to be done? You have to learn how to set priorities, the most important tasks (To do list). Focus on immediate deadlines and identify what is really needed, without wasting precious time. Choose the most important tasks, decide your priorities 3 - Stop procrastinating Postponing to-dos is one of the main reasons people end up having no time for themselves. A bit of procrastination is inevitable, it may happen that you have to postpone some commitments on your list, but when you find yourself postponing everything you have a big problem with time management. Sometimes you postpone: because you don't know where to start you have unclear goals because you are afraid of failing And you say to yourself: “Ah, I'll do it tomorrow”. Meanwhile, you get distracted with "useless" activities. What is the solution? start without waiting for conditions to be perfect read carefully the list of "things to do" define your goals well ask yourself immediately how you are using the hours of your day avoid distractions that lead you to procrastinate Commit to managing your time, stop putting it off and you will get more satisfaction. 4 - Divide the work into phases When you work without a break for several hours, it is normal that you are not very concentrated. A good technique is to divide the work into small portions of 45 minutes or one hour. Setting an action time helps you stay focused, work more effectively and buy time. How many times has it happened to you that you found yourself a few hours from a deadline and you started working more carefully? And then you said to yourself: "I like doing everything the last minute!". This happens because when you have a deadline to meet, a specific time, your mind takes out the resources necessary to achieve the goal. Give it a try, divide your work into small 45-minute steps and follow each result step by step. You will see that with a little practice you will be more satisfied with your goals achieved. 5 - Record your time If you want to improve more and more, you should try to have a log of the actions performed during the day. The technique may seem boring, but it is effective in identifying wasted time. Take a sheet of paper or use your computer, a spreadsheet (Excel ed) and describe in detail the actions of the day: Example: from 09:30 to 10:00 - reading e-mailfrom 10:00 to 10:30 - meetingfrom 10:30 to 10:45 - phone callfrom 10:45 to 11:00 - reading websites Try writing the log for a couple of days, keep track of your time and point out any problems. Recognizing your time as "wastes" is the first step in managing it better. Thu, 10 Jun 2021 10:24:00 -0700http://www.saritapittman.com/blog/post/stress-management-for-dummieshttp://www.saritapittman.com/blog/post/stress-management-for-dummies Let’s imagine the organism as a circuit, a network within which biological, physical and psychic events are always connected. We can understand how a good balance between "body", "mind" and "behavior" is essential to fight Stress. So how can we find our balance back again to manage stress? Let’s find it out with these 10 steps to stress management 1) Pay attention to daily habits remember that our body tolerates moments of stress, even acute, as long as they are short-lived. After periods of possible intense stress we find regular and frequent relaxation areas - even if limited in time. 2) Beyond commonplaces, we are "moving animals" When we do physical activity, the latter has the upper hand over the intellectual one; a good walk (preferably in a natural environment) therefore has a great rebalancing power also from a psychic point of view. 3) The importance of food Let's not forget how important proper nutrition education is: the food we eat also interacts with our immune and nervous systems. 4) Combat Stress through "doing" it is our behaviors that influence results, goals achieved and remove stressful situations. 5) Plan carefully Proper work planning and effective time management are fundamental allies against Stress. 6) Assertiveness Very often, stressful situations arise from the fear of a possible conflict: we develop our assertiveness to the fullest, for example in learning to say no when it is appropriate. 7) Set yourself goals Yes to challenging but achievable goals! We remember how much setting unattainable goals is an important source of frustration and stress. 8) Beware of impulsiveness Faced with "problems" that generate stress, we tend to decide with impulsiveness (generating other "problems": problem solving techniques can help us both in the analysis of the situation and in the decision-making phase. 9) Preparation Prepare for potentially stressful events. Focus on the actions to be taken and the mistakes to avoid in order to be effective. In this way, for example, when it is time to make your presentation in public, you will feel confident, certain that you "have what it takes" to be successful. 10) Stress management with yoga and meditationB.K.S. Iyengar, one of the greatest masters of modernity, said that Yoga teaches us to accept what cannot be changed. By practicing, we understand how acting with force, as we have always been used to doing, is not the best response to circumstances, especially during an uncertain time like the one we are experiencing. Conscious activities allow us to experience that even when the possibilities of movement are reduced, they are no less effective. If we learn to listen to it, we will in fact discover that even the movement of the breath has a profound effect on the lengthening of the body and on the stillness of the mind. Practicing Yoga, meditation or any conscious activity gives us energy, helps us to recover balance, as it increases our self-awareness, teaches us to listen to how we are and to correct where we feel tension or pain. It is no coincidence that these practices are also strongly recommended for those suffering from chronic pain in the back and lumbar or cervical area; and since many movements promote elongation and flexibility, strengthening the muscles and joints, practicing conscious activity also has concrete benefits against aging. Some positions, such as those in torsion, effectively massage the internal organs helping the body to purify itself of toxins. We need moments in which we can focus our attention only on the moment we are living: maintaining the same position for a long time teaches us to remain focused even during everyday life. The deep relaxation techniques, which are learned during these activities, are very useful for reconciling sleep: learning to accompany the body in a state of conscious relaxation is a very effective solution against anxiety and mental stress. Finally, practicing Yoga and meditation improves the relationship with our body, increases self-esteem and thus also our mood. Thu, 03 Jun 2021 11:30:00 -0700http://www.saritapittman.com/blog/post/how-to-find-your-strengthshttp://www.saritapittman.com/blog/post/how-to-find-your-strengths Finding your strengths is not easy as the weaknesses are evident. You are asked to give a speech, but you feel anxious. Weaknesses often bring vivid memories of some past suffering. If you want to find your strengths this is the article you need to read as you are going to learn all you need to know about how to unveil your strengths to use them and be able to create a life that is fulfilling and amazing just the way you imagined it. But what is a strength? A strength is something that attracts you, even if you don't know why. It’s something that makes you feel good. A strength involves you completely: when you practice it you are in the flow (as the artists say). Think about the things that stimulate and excite you: these are your strengths. It can be difficult to see your strengths, but the people in your life probably see them quite clearly. Ask your friends, family, boss, colleagues to tell you what your strengths are. Some people may be uncomfortable to respond, and that's okay. Others may respond in a way that is useless. This is fine too. The goal is to identify the things you would not have thought of on your own. Then, consider the answers: Is there one of the strengths identified that makes you feel fully satisfied when you exercise it? If so, these may be the strengths you want to grow. How to recognize what can make us stronger as people Very simple: they are those activities that, when practiced, invigorate, give positive energy. If you're good at something, but it bores you, then it doesn't improve you. If you are good at something but hate it, how can you think it enriches you? This is why I distinguish between the things we can do well and those that improve us. If you base your professional career on what you can do well but don't get excited about, you may have a successful career, but you will be unhappy. To know if you are good at something, you will need the judgment of others. To know if it is something that can enrich you as a person, you just need your judgment. Only the person himself can know. If you are waiting for the time to come to do a certain activity, if you are so absorbed in what you are doing that "time flies", it is something that improves you. When you complete that activity, you will feel full, satisfied. You won't say, "Thank God it's over!”. We have to look inside, to think of what raises our vibrations us, what makes us feel alive. What makes us feel special. That’s our strength and when we become aware of what this is we can prioritize it. How to develop and grow your strengths Once you've identified your strengths, the next step is to create a plan for growing those strengths. If the strengths you found were things you haven't focused on before, but discovered through the previous exercises, your first step may be as simple as getting to know this new arrow in your bow better. Think about the constructive criticism you have received. If you can't think about where you need to improve on your own, ask for feedback from the people you work with. People are usually more open to giving constructive criticism when they know you're looking for ways to improve. Thu, 27 May 2021 11:30:00 -0700http://www.saritapittman.com/blog/post/putting-your-health-firsthttp://www.saritapittman.com/blog/post/putting-your-health-firstWe definitely need to put our health first to live a better life. When we think of health we think of our bodies but actually, our health is so much more than just that! We should prioritize both our physical and mental wellbeing, how? Follow these tips to make it happen! Drink a glass of water upon awakening Drinking water is one of the best habits to put into practice throughout the day. Drinking water in the morning will help you hydrate yourself better, speed up your digestive system and metabolism, as well as promote good skin health. The ideal is to drink a glass of water on an empty stomach, preferably with a little lemon juice.For an hour, avoid checking social networks, e-mails and messages If you too cannot turn off your cell phone or computer for any reason in the world, know that many stressful situations originate precisely because of these devices. Sleeping with the mobile phone beside you, waking up in the morning checking social networks, mail, messages, etc. it is not recommended because it could harm you without your realizing it. Avoiding the use of these devices for at least an hour after waking up is a habit that will make you feel happier, more attentive and with a mind free from thoughts. Think about rewarding things Setting up a positive scenario throughout the day is the key to feeling happy and motivated. For example, you can think or plan to do something special in your free time and do your utmost to realize your project. If you can think of 3 or more things, even better! Leave the house for a moment and breathe the fresh air Filling your lungs with fresh air will only take you 10 minutes and will make you feel good, especially in the morning. Going out for a moment in the garden or on the street is a good habit to start the day better Move and train the body It is not necessary to have a training session every morning, but moving and exercising your body a little is a good habit that helps to improve circulation, speed up metabolism and awaken the body so that it can perform the rest of the daily activities. . You can walk or ride a bike or listen to your favorite music and dance as you like. Remember that the music should be positive, cheerful and not sad or with negative messages. Focus on preventionAS WHO says, health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being. The drugs and therapies made available by medicine are not the only tools available to achieve this state of general well-being. Another fundamental weapon is prevention. Prevention is a set of activities, actions and interventions implemented with the primary aim of promoting and maintaining the state of health and avoiding the onset of diseases. Prevention is within our reach every day: just don't start smoking, or quit as soon as possible, follow a balanced and healthy diet, play sports and periodically undergo medical checks. The result is not only a reduction in the risk of getting sick, but also a better quality of life. Taking care of yourself counteracts overweight, improves cardiovascular health, that of bones, that of the respiratory system and that of the musculoskeletal system and keeps metabolic diseases at bay and not least reduces the risk of developing cancer. Prevention aims to prevent the onset of pathological conditions, as well as the diagnosis of disorders before the onset of symptoms or complications, when the chances of recovery are maximum. If provided in due time and manner, prevention improves general health conditions.Thu, 20 May 2021 11:30:00 -0700http://www.saritapittman.com/blog/post/overcoming-the-fear-of-failurehttp://www.saritapittman.com/blog/post/overcoming-the-fear-of-failureThe fear of failure is something that can prevent us from getting what we want while undermining our self-confidence and jeopardizing our entire life. Overcoming the fear of failure is mandatory to embrace a happier and more successful life. Let’s see how to do it in 6 steps ! Camron's Test: 1) Accept your mistakes. Accepting your mistakes is necessary to achieve success. Consider them as a chance to learn something you didn’t know. Consider them as lessons to avoid doing the same mistakes over again and to start creating better opportunities for you to succeed. Change your point of view: avoid associating failure with your person, but rather see it as information that comes from the experience or situation you are experiencing. In this way the mistake will become something useful that will help you to continue in the right direction until you reach your goal. 2) Get help. We are often afraid to ask for help because we feel it makes us less competent in the eyes of others. We consider the request for help as a kind of failure, because we do not know everything there is to know. Change your point of view: First of all, start thinking about how you feel when someone asks you for help. You will most likely be pleased, appreciated, and therefore eager to help. Try asking for help when you need it from a person you know or you respect, imagining how that person will feel good and valued in helping you. 3) Learn to say no to others. We often say yes to everyone avoid conflict, but think for a minute how you are getting used to these people who will end up considering your precious time of little value: they will get the idea that you are at their service, that their needs are more important than yours and that you are unable to negotiate the things that are important to you. Change your point of view: Learn to respond differently, starting with the little things you don't want to do, rather than doing them forcefully. Try to answer with the phrase: “I would like but I can't”, referring to another moment, when you feel that you can and that you will, rather than saying yes to everything. You will see that you will feel stronger. 4) Learn to say yes to yourself. Often, we are afraid to say yes to ourselves, to the opportunity that presents itself, to friends and colleagues who believed in us, because that yes means uncertainty - but also the possibility of enormous growth and success. Change your point of view: In those cases, focus on all the great things that may happen, instead of negatively feeding everything bad that could happen. Try to imagine the scenario beyond the problem, when you will manage to be there, to all the benefits you will have, once you have overcome the obstacle. 5) Do not think that you are the only one to make mistakes on the face of the earth. Remember that everyone makes mistakes several times a day, we just don't point it out to those who made a mistake. It is for this reason that sometimes we think we are more wrong than the people around us. Smart people make mistakes on purpose. Take scientists for example. All human evolution is based on the principles of scientific research, which occurs through trial and error. The best scientists try to be as wrong as possible, because they want their results to be as accurate as possible. This allows each of us to benefit from their mistakes. Change your point of view: Try to get out of the safety of your comfort zone. Act as if you were a scientist and take small risks every day, even trying to make small willful mistakes and see if others notice and point it out to you. This will help you strengthen your self-confidence and immunize yourself from error. Gradually you will see that you will feel more immune to error. 6) Turn fear into action. Often the fear of making mistakes blocks us to the point that we do nothing, remaining still, with the effect that in the end we did not do what we should have done and consequently, in one way or another, we were wrong. Change your point of view: Try to carve out five minutes a day thinking about the worst situation that could occur if you decide to act, getting everything wrong. What will happen? Will you be fired? Will you be isolated? Thinking about the worst will help you to go back and find solutions to the problem, to reduce your fears and to face the fear of failure in a different way.Thu, 13 May 2021 11:30:00 -0700