Online Collaboration is Broken: The Science of Why Zoom and Other Video Conferencing Tools Are Failing Us
Remote work tools like Microsoft Teams and Zoom are vital, but research shows they may hinder effective collaboration on complex issues.
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Casa Alternavida Blog
Yancy Wright
- Aug 1
Why Empathy Creates Drama in the Workplace
Empathy often gets touted as a moral and social virtue, yet it can lead to emotional exhaustion, misunderstandings, and workplace toxicity.
Yancy Wright
- Jul 29
Brilliance in The Shower - The Creative Flow Enhancer
Find out how the simple act of showering outdoors can unlock your creative potential, reduce stress, and improve your overall well-being.
Yancy Wright
- Jul 23
The Science of Work-Life Balance
From understanding the modern world's demands to cultivating a supportive workplace culture, this article offers practical strategies, real-
Susan Peterson
- Jul 18
What Businesses Can Learn From Monkeys About Collaboration & Resilience
Nature's Lesson in Leadership Resilience By Yancy Wright In the wake of Hurricane Maria's devastating impact on Puerto Rico in 2017, an...
Yancy Wright
- Jun 25
The Importance of In-Person Team Building During Economic Downturns and Remote Work Periods
In-person team-building activities enhance collaboration, productivity, and morale, even during economic downturns and remote work periods.
Yancy Wright
- Jun 20
The Far-Reaching Benefits of Movement
The human body is built to move. Harness the incredible power of movement to enhance your well-being and performance from the inside out.
Yancy Wright
- Jun 4
Fueling Team Wellbeing Through Nutrition and Movement
A focus on nutrition and movement can transform workplace wellbeing, enhancing cognition, emotional stability, energy, and resilience
Yancy Wright
- May 7
The Role of Play and Fun in Employee Happiness and Success
Organizations that prioritize play and fun challenge traditional corporate norms and create a more joyful and healthy work environment.
Yancy Wright
- May 2
The Benefits of Integrating Nature into Team Retreats
Explore the transformative impact of merging nature's essence with corporate cultures for healthier, more productive, and cohesive teams
Yancy Wright
- Apr 30
Alternavida’s Methodology for Executive Leadership & Team Transformation
Explore the journey of Alternavida's approach to redefining corporate culture - well-being, enhanced communication, inspired by nature
Yancy Wright
- Apr 25
The Science Behind Nature's Boost to Innovation
Research reveals the science behind nature's influence on innovation, from boosting brain function to fostering creativity and collaboration
Yancy Wright
- Apr 24
Heart-Centered Relationships At Work
Authentic leadership and heart-centered relationships are the cornerstones of a thriving work environment.
Yancy Wright
- Apr 3
Achieving Authentic, Heart-Centered Leadership
Explore the transformative power of authentic leadership in creating a positive and engaging work environment.
Casa Alternavida
- Sep 19, 2023
Relax and Restore With Wellness Among the Natural Wonders of Puerto Rico
Hike the national rainforest, kayak the bioluminescent bay, and experience some of the Caribbean Island’s best wellness retreats on this...
Casa Alternavida
- May 8, 2023
The Power of Taking Time Out
Are you someone that keeps pushing to work more, through one more weekend or one more late night to try and get caught up? Despite all the r
Casa Alternavida
- Mar 19, 2023
Yancy Wright - Get Away and Regroup
Founder of Casa Alternavida, in Puerto Rico, a safe space for people to get away, regroup, and explore life challenges with the support...
Yancy Wright
- Sep 8, 2022
7 Heart-centered Leadership Qualities for the Future
Once upon a time, it was believed that if you wanted to rise to the pinnacle of success in business, you had to play not by the rules of...
Yancy Wright
- Sep 1, 2022
Important update from Yancy about Casa Alternavida
We are celebrating our first full year of operations! In 2013, when I first had a vision to create a retreat center, I would have never...
Casa Alternavida
- Aug 9, 2022
Unleashing the Power of Manifestation
Remember when you were a kid? That sense of boundless optimism, of endless possibility? It was as if the whole world were laid out at...
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