Rituals are intentional small, tangible acts done routinely and carry meaning. Our family has several New Year's rituals, including a nature hike. This year we hiked by the Pacific Ocean near Moss Bay. (Pictured above) Rituals can also be used by professionals to boost personal productivity because rituals capitalize on our brains’ ability to direct our behavior on autopilot, allowing us to reach our goals even when we are distracted or preoccupied with other things. For over twenty years, I … [Read more...]