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Why authoritarian leadership has no future - and how empathic leadership is changing our working world
In many companies, we are currently experiencing a surprising comeback of authoritarian leadership: clear announcements, control from...
Nicole Ardin
4 days ago2 min read
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From Wellness to Mental Wealth: Why Your Company Needs a Workplace Revolution
Mental health in the workplace is no “nice-to-have”—it’s a strategic necessity. Yet, in many companies, conversations about well-being...
Nicole Ardin
May 143 min read
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Debunking the Left-Brain vs. Right-Brain Myth: Meet the Four Characters of Your Brain
For years, we’ve been fed a simple—yet wildly misleading—story: the left side of your brain is the logical, no-nonsense planner, while...
Nicole Ardin
May 113 min read
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Mindful Self-Leadership: Why Mindfulness Leads to Healthier Success in Organization
Did you know that mindfulness not only enhances your personal well-being but can also be a key success factor for organizations? In my...
Nicole Ardin
Apr 163 min read
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Exploring the Shadows: My Journey into Shadow Work
Nearly 20 years ago, I took my first hesitant steps into the realm of shadow work, though I didn't yet have a name for it. I was simply...
Nicole Ardin
Apr 93 min read
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Positive leadership in practice: What managers can learn from Positive Psychology
„People don't leave jobs. They leave bosses . “ A phrase that is often quoted - and yet is still not taken seriously enough. Because in...
Nicole Ardin
Apr 74 min read
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How Our Perception Shapes Our Reality
Imagine a group of blind individuals being led to an elephant. Each one touches only a single part of the animal — the leg, the trunk,...
Nicole Ardin
Apr 64 min read
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Bridging Psychology and Intuition: How Tarot and Oracles Enhance Self-Reflection
As a psychosocial counselor and positive psychology coach, my work is deeply rooted in evidence-based practices. I rely on structured...
Nicole Ardin
Mar 273 min read
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Unlocking the Science of Success: How Your Brain’s ‘Failure Switch’ Can Work for You
What if I told you that your brain has a built-in “failure switch” that determines whether you keep going after setbacks or give up...
Nicole Ardin
Mar 54 min read
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Why Journaling Can Be a Real Superpower for Mental Well-Being
Let’s get one thing straight: journaling isn’t just for teenagers writing about their crushes or the days they spent pining over...
Nicole Ardin
Feb 144 min read
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Positive thinking vs. genuine optimism: Your path to a powerful, honest attitude to life
We all know these phrases: “Just think positively!”, “Everything happens for a reason!” or “Happiness is just a decision!”. And yes,...
Nicole Ardin
Feb 112 min read
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Stronger Together: How a Sense of Belonging and Community Enriches Our Lives
When was the last time you truly felt like you belonged? I mean, really – with all the warmth in your chest, the thought "I belong here,"...
Nicole Ardin
Jan 243 min read
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Imperfectly happy: why self-love doesn't need a to-do list
In a world that sells optimization at every corner—be it through diets, productivity hacks, or apps teaching you how to breathe better —...
Nicole Ardin
Jan 173 min read
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Beyond Fight or Flight: Unmasking the Hidden Stress Response
By now, most of us are familiar with the classic stress responses: fight, flight, and freeze. They’ve been discussed in psychology,...
Nicole Ardin
Jan 104 min read
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Emotional Alchemy: Turning Feelings into Your Superpower
Let’s talk about emotions. You know, those pesky little feelings that pop up uninvited, like an ex at a party. Anger barges in, flipping...
Nicole Ardin
Jan 33 min read
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Courage Over Confidence: Expanding Your Life in the New Year
As we step into the new year, many of us feel the magnetic pull of resolutions, goals, and that heady promise of a "new me." But let me...
Nicole Ardin
Jan 13 min read
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High Sensitivity During the Holidays: Surviving and Thriving
Ah, the holiday season. A time of twinkling lights, heartfelt traditions, and... sensory overload. For Highly Sensitive Persons (HSPs),...
Nicole Ardin
Dec 24, 20244 min read
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How to Embrace the Winter Solstice and Prioritize Mental Well-being During the Dark Time of Year
As the winter solstice has just passed, we find ourselves in the heart of long nights and cold days. This seasonal shift invites a time...
Nicole Ardin
Dec 23, 20244 min read
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11 ways to improve mental health in the workplace
There are few topics that are as close to my heart as mental health in the workplace. When I started my first job many years ago, I...
Nicole Ardin
Dec 21, 20244 min read
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Honoring the Wins That Don’t Make the Highlight Reel: A Year-End Reflection
As the year winds down, the air often fills with celebrations of milestones, achievements, and victories. My feed is flooded with posts...
Nicole Ardin
Dec 19, 20242 min read
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