In this episode of Workplace Hugs, Shannon and Rami explore five powerful life lessons from Shannon's 10-year-old daughter Ta'Liyah, who reminds us all to make things fun, embrace imperfection, and know when to slow down. Through Ta'Liyah's simple wisdom, they uncover how sometimes the best life advice comes from the refreshing perspective of a child rather than from experts or self-help books.

In this episode of Workplace Hugs, Shannon and Rami explore the powerful quote "I'm always last to see the beauty I inhabit" and discuss why we often struggle to recognize the beauty within ourselves and our daily moments. Through personal insights and practical tips, they share how to become more present and appreciate life's beauty before it becomes a memory.

In this episode of Workplace Hugs, Shannon and Rami challenge the modern obsession with optimization and explore why our drive to perfect every aspect of life might be holding us back. Through personal examples and candid discussion, they examine how embracing adaptability over constant optimization could lead to greater fulfillment and creativity.

In this episode of Workplace Hugs, Shannon and Rami explore the difference between "having it all" and truly feeling fulfilled, and how to align your goals with your desired emotional state. They dive into the importance of checking in with yourself and prioritizing how you want to feel, rather than just focusing on external achievements.

In this episode of Workplace Hugs, Shannon and Rami chat with Taylor Jacobson, founder of FocusMate, about how virtual co-working can combat procrastination and isolation. Taylor shares the science behind "body doubling" and how having another person present helps regulate your nervous system, making it easier to focus and get things done.

In this episode of Workplace Hugs, Shannon and Rami explore the concept of "plus-ing" - continually improving something that already exists - and how it can be applied to various aspects of life. From Walt Disney's philosophy to personal anecdotes, they dive into the power of iterative improvement and how it can lead to growth and enhancement.

In this episode of Workplace Hugs, Shannon and Rami dive into Byron Katie's transformative book "Loving What Is" and explore how examining our stressful thoughts can lead to greater peace and freedom. Through personal examples and candid discussion, they demonstrate how Katie's four-question method can help shift perspective from resistance to acceptance without resignation.

In this episode of Workplace Hugs, Shannon and Rami dive into three powerful lessons from people over 65 about what they would do differently if they could do life over again. Through personal stories and reflections, they explore how these insights about reflection, risk-taking, and purpose can help us live with fewer regrets.