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The blog covers a variety of topics which impact various aspects of our lives; from mental health to leadership, from motivation to work-life balance. Some articles will resonate with you, while others may provide some insight into the possible challenges faced by your friends, family or colleagues.
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Stocking Stuffers for the Soul
WRITTEN BY ALICIA KOCH, FOUNDER OF THE LEGAL BELLETRIST As this time of year rolls around, the stores are suitably decorated with tinsel and twine, complimented by festive twinkly lights and sprays of snow. Mulled wine (or hot chocolate – with marshmallows – for the...
I Have Anxiety – I think
WRITTEN BY ALICIA KOCH, FOUNDER OF THE LEGAL BELLETRIST Have you ever watched the series, Dexter? Dexter Morgan, a man with homicidal tendencies, lives a double life. He works as a forensic technician for the Miami police department during the day and kills wicked...
Perfectionism vs. Excellence: Finding the Balance for Leadership and Team Success
By Frieda Levycky - Founder and Director of Braving Boundaries Perfectionism - We’ve all encountered it at some point in our professional lives. Whether you’ve struggled under someone else’s unrealistic standards that stifle growth and leave no room for mistakes, or...
5 Ways to Navigate the Fear of Change
WRITTEN BY ALICIA KOCH, FOUNDER OF THE LEGAL BELLETRIST (Part of the The Fears series) It’s natural for every human being on the face of the planet to be comfortable with the status quo. We all revel in the comfort zone, with our little routines, with going to the...
The Fear of Letting Go
WRITTEN BY ALICIA KOCH, FOUNDER OF THE LEGAL BELLETRIST (Part of the The Fears series) Chicken soup, it’s one of those things that I’ve grown up with. And every single time I have it, a wave of nostalgia sweeps over me. No matter what I’m going through, I immediately...
4 Ways Poor Communication Could be Slowing Down Your Team
By Frieda Levycky - Founder and Director of Braving Boundaries Effective communication is the lifeblood of any thriving team. In my years of coaching and leadership, I’ve witnessed how clear, empathetic communication not only bridges gaps but also builds stronger,...
Healthy Employees, Happy Business: The ROI of Corporate Wellness
WRITTEN BY ALICIA KOCH, FOUNDER OF THE LEGAL BELLETRIST The world has evolved over the last few years. We can all understand why – the world experienced a joint-mass crisis. Something every one of us were touched by. Of course, we’re talking about the Pandemic....
Breaking Through Limiting Beliefs: Overcoming Obstacles to Personal Growth
WRITTEN BY ALICIA KOCH, FOUNDER OF THE LEGAL BELLETRIST I’m not good enough to lead a team. My work doesn’t measure up to my colleagues. I’m too reserved to speak in front of an audience. [Insert sabotaging thought here.] We all have them. Thoughts about ourselves...
Beyond Resolutions: 10 Ways to Approach the New Year with Purpose
WRITTEN BY ALICIA KOCH, FOUNDER OF THE LEGAL BELLETRIST Boy oh boy the beginning of a new year can be tricky! With last year’s “new year, new me” slogan getting an overhaul into this year’s “new year, same me” motto, one is left with a confuzzled idea of how to...
It’s a holly jolly Christmas… almost
CO-WRITTEN BY FRIEDA LEVYCKY, FOUNDER OF BRAVING BOUNDARIES, AND ALICIA KOCH, FOUNDER OF THE LEGAL BELLETRIST We have come to that time of the year when Christmas decorations are up and festive music is playing in malls, in shops, on the radio and on tv. Best like...