Dare to Think Fresh Thoughts

10/11/2018

Great story and advice for these socially polarizing times. Start a conversation....

Özlem Cekic's email inbox has been full of hate mail since 2007, when she won a seat in the Danish Parliament -- becoming the first female Muslim to do so. At first she just deleted the emails, dismissing them as the work of fanatics, until one day a friend made an unexpected suggestion: to reach o...

27/10/2018

A great way to expand your mind and Think Fresh Thoughts!

Why do we have to choose between nationalism and globalism, between loving our countries and caring for the world? In a talk with lessons for avowed nationalists and globalists alike, Wanis Kabbaj explains how we can challenge this polarizing, binary thinking -- and simultaneously be proud citizens....

05/07/2018

26/02/2018

Lessons on listening to someone with whom you strongly disagree. A good thing to learn in high school!! Hooray for creative English teachers....

One student approached a friend about their divergent views on President Trump.

30/01/2018

Reading aloud to one another is a terrific way to hang out and connect. Good read.

Why we should celebrate World Read Aloud Day every day.

08/01/2018

Dan Harris of ABC News explains to Trevor Noah what happened when he had a panic attack on national television.....

08/01/2018

Extraordinary advice for heart-breaking times....

07/12/2017

Lonely kids can become violent adults.... Profound.

28/11/2017

How to think about prioritizing your time in your relationships... Great counter-cultural read😎

I recently asked a married couple who have three kids, none of whom are yet teens, “Who are the most important people in your family?”

19/11/2017

The Parable of the Chinese Farmer: Who can say what's good ... or bad? ;-)

“The Story of the Chinese Farmer” is a parable about life and nature that helps us to stay grounded in truth. Participate in helping humanity change…

14/11/2017

What a lovely idea!!

03/10/2017

Fantastic! Lady Gaga speaks on evil and kindness as HH Dalai Llama listens.

02/10/2017

She missed her connecting flight and instead of stressing, she did this!

I missed my connecting flight in Charlotte, and I didn't want to sit in anger all night long, so instead I did what makes me happiest...DANCE!!!! Oh, and I m...

28/09/2017

How to have kind conversations with family and friends with whom you disagree. Part 2.

Marie Forleo sits down with cultural icon, Brené Brown, to talk about her new book, Braving the Wilderness. We cover so much ground in this episode, but part...

23/08/2017

Dear Friends,

Three years have passed since I put out a plug for my Professional and Personal Coaching Practice.

Our turbulent times spur me to again.

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Life continually throws new situations at us. At times like these, we all can use confidential, skillful coaching support.

I'd like to help you face these life challenges. I have tried and true techniques to teach you. Probably the greatest commodity I offer is my undivided attention each time we meet.

At each step in the process I can help you with:

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I'd love you to pass my name along to someone who might appreciate some coaching support.

I work with people around the world, thanks to Skype and What's App. And I still have my sweet office just outside Washington, D.C.

Here's a short video of me talking about the importance of silence. Enjoy.

Are you stressed out and want a very simple thing to do about it? Try silence when you are in the car or in between destinations or tasks. Anne Wotring Ph.D....

07/08/2017

Here's Andy Puddicomb - developer of Headspace, the Meditation App leading Jimmy Fallon in a 2 minute meditation that can be done anywhere.

13/06/2017

Define your fears rather than just your goals - a great exercise when you are stuck. Watch how.

The hard choices -- what we most fear doing, asking, saying -- are very often exactly what we need to do. How can we overcome self-paralysis and take action? Tim Ferriss encourages us to fully envision and write down our fears in detail, in a simple but powerful exercise he calls "fear-setting." Lea...

12/06/2017

A beautiful Father's Day prelude.

We asked ten fathers and their children to express to the other why they felt proud. The result? An emotionally powerful Father’s Day video that may bring te...

27/02/2017

Some hope for finding common ground.... Please watch.

We live in a time where we quickly put people in boxes. Maybe we have more in common than what we think? Introducing All That We Share. The English version.

04/05/2016

It's never too late to start.... ;-)

19/03/2016

Fun and clever TED Talk on the mind of a procrastinator. ...I'm not sayin' how many Incompletes I had first semester sophomore year.

Tim Urban knows that procrastination doesn't make sense, but he's never been able to shake his habit of waiting until the last minute to get things done. In this hilarious and insightful talk, Urban takes us on a journey through YouTube binges, Wikipedia rabbit holes and bouts of staring out the win…

10/03/2016

03/03/2016

Let's get mental health out of the closet.... Thanks Howie.

02/01/2016

02/01/2016

Did you make a New Year's resolution? Consider hiring a professional or personal coach to ensure your success. Check me out at www.annewotring.com Happy New Year!!!!

In this video, the International Coach Federation (ICF) offers an introduction to professional coaching, and explains the benefits of partnering with a coach to…

13/08/2015

It's not what you say...it's how.

08/05/2015

For all you out there who ever had a MOM .... You'll love this pre-Mother's Day tribute.

I think most people appreciate the challenges that motherhood can bring, but nothing brings it home quite like this entertaining but sobering video. Watch it and dare not to be inspired to go tell the mom or “mother figure” in your life how you feel!

16/03/2015

VIDEO: Stop telling your brain to stay awake.

27/02/2015

Featured in The New York Times and on Katie Couric. Science-Based Activities and Games to Help You Conquer Negative Thoughts and Enjoy Life More.