by Stephanie Barros | Jan 14, 2025 | High Performance
Are you familiar with that foggy feeling where focus eludes you, and your mood seems to swing like a pendulum? If so, you’re not alone. Our brains, incredible as they are, often signal their need for TLC in unexpected ways. Whether it’s menopause (a phase I’ve found... 
by Stephanie Barros | Jan 9, 2025 | Book Reviews
Introduction to Lean In Published in 2013 by Alfred A. Knopf, Lean In: Women, Work, and the Will to Lead is more than a book—it’s a call to action. Sheryl Sandberg, COO of Meta (formerly Facebook), delivers an empowering narrative that explores the challenges... 
by Stephanie Barros | Jan 7, 2025 | High Performance
If 2024 felt like a relentless rollercoaster, you’re not alone. For many of us, it was a year of good intentions colliding with unexpected detours. But here’s the thing: you made it through. That, in itself, is a testament to your resilience. And as we welcome 2025,... 
by Stephanie Barros | Dec 19, 2024 | Book Reviews
Introduction to Grit Angela Duckworth’s Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance (2016, Scribner) challenges traditional views on success by emphasizing the role of perseverance and long-term commitment over innate talent. This book offers actionable insights,... 
by Stephanie Barros | Dec 17, 2024 | High Performance
Imagine standing at a crossroads where one path is steeped in relentless competition, achievement at all costs, and unfulfilled “success.” The other, though less crowded, is illuminated by responsibility, compassion, and service. Which road would you take? Let’s be...