Category Archives: Health and Wellbeing

My Red Couch Talk with Paul Falcone

Paul Falcone

Paul Falcone is the principal of Paul Falcone Workplace Leadership Consulting, LLC in Los Angeles, specializing in international keynote speaking, management & leadership training, executive coaching, and HR advisory services. He is the former CHRO of Nickelodeon Animation Studios and has held senior-level HR positions with Paramount Pictures, Time Warner, and City of Hope Cancer Center. Paul is the author of seventeen HarperCollins Leadership books, many of which have been ranked as #1 Amazon bestsellers in the categories of human resources management, labor & employment law, business conflict resolution and mediation, business mentoring & coaching, communication in management, business and organizational learning, and business decision-making and problem-solving. His books have been translated into multiple languages and have sold in excess […]

The Four-Week Growth Mindset Challenge against Homeostasis

Growth Mindset

Have you recently tried a new morning routine, implemented a fitness challenge, nutrition practice, stopped drinking alcohol or taking sugar AND did you notice that you did not even make it past the critical 21 days (I am not sure if this is scientifically correct as I would say it takes about eight weeks to implement a practice.) And did you then get angry at yourself for falling back into your “bad habits”? I work with my clients to develop those practices with baby steps, but even I sometimes fall back into old habits that are either unhealthy or hurt my personal life.  Whenever I notice that I get back into the “survival” rat race and lose myself in the […]

Body Learning for Beginners with VERMEULEN® Coaching

VERMEULEN® Coaching

In an age where mental health is a global priority and business speed accelerates, our expectations for happiness, love, and health are often stretched to their limits. We are constantly asked to do more, move faster, and be better—at work, at home, and within ourselves. Amid this whirlwind, we search for answers, structure, and connection. I’ve walked this path too. As a coach, trainer, and global mobility expert with over 30 years of experience in the field—including more than 15 years as the Global Mobility Coach at Global People Transitions—I’ve come to see that true growth and leadership aren’t found in books alone. They are cultivated through practice, presence, and people. Where It All Began: Family as Foundational Teachers My […]

How to Maintain Mental Wellbeing as an Expat – Seven Tips

Global Rockstars

Moving to a new country can be an exhilarating adventure, but it comes with its fair share of challenges. As an expat, you may navigate unfamiliar environments, deal with language barriers, and cope with homesickness. Amid all these changes, it’s easy to neglect your mental well-being. That’s why we’ve created this comprehensive guide to help expats prioritize self-care and maintain their mental health while living abroad. This guide covers everything from practical tips on finding local support systems to strategies for managing stress and anxiety. Whether you’re a seasoned expat or just starting your journey, we believe that taking care of your mental well-being is essential for a fulfilling and successful expat experience. So, grab a cup of tea and […]

My Red Couch Talk with Heather De Cruz-Cornaire

Heather De Cruz-Cornaire

Heather De Cruz-Cornaire is an award-winning Coaching and Business Psychologist with over two decades of international experience in Human Resource Management (HRM) and International HRM (IHRM). As a Certified Principal Business Psychologist (ABP), Coaching Psychologist (BPS), and Fellow of the Association for Coaching (AC), she integrates psychological science with coaching excellence to unlock transformative leadership and inclusive talent strategies. Founder and Managing Director of Café Coach Ltd, an innovative coaching platform and global HR consultancy, Heather leads with purpose and impact. Her work spans the UK, EMEA, and the USA, where she is recognised as a Global Mobility Thought Leader and trailblazer in people-first HR strategy. Rooted in evidence-based practice, ethical leadership, and psychological theory, Heather believes that psychology is […]