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Self-Compassion

By
Travis Stovall, Founder & CEO, eRep
Posted
February 9, 2026

The private voice that activates when we miss deadlines or disappoint others shapes our effectiveness more than we realize. Self-compassion doesn't mean lowering standards, it means staying on your own side while you grow.

Listening to Understand

By
Travis Stovall, Founder & CEO, eRep
Posted
February 2, 2026

Most people think listening is quiet. It's not. Listening is active. Listening is a form of strength, because listening asks you to set down your need to control the moment, and that is hard for all of us in different ways.

Curiosity Over Certainty

By
Travis Stovall, Founder & CEO, eRep
Posted
January 26, 2026

Explore the powerful difference between certainty and curiosity. Learn how curiosity keeps you connected to reality, connected to learning, and connected to each other.

Slow for Depth

By
Travis Stovall, Founder & CEO, eRep
Posted
January 19, 2026

Much of what matters is easy to outrun. Speed hides subtle signals in your body, your work, and your relationships. Slowing down isn’t about doing less; it’s about noticing the truth early, before it becomes costly.

What Is The Best Advice You Never Took?

By
Steve Williamson, VP Digital Content at eRep
Posted
January 5, 2026

We've all ignored advice we later realized we needed. Discover why the best advice often feels uncomfortable - and how learning to take it can unlock personal growth and better decisions.

Integrity vs. Harmony: The Merchant Dilemma, and the Human One

By
Travis Stovall, Founder & CEO, eRep
Posted
December 29, 2025

Many people confuse harmony with integrity. This is because harmony avoids discomfort while integrity faces it.

I took the CVI. Now what?

By
Steve Williamson, VP Digital Content at eRep
Posted
December 8, 2025

New to the Core Values Index (CVI)? This friendly guide explains the four core energies in plain English and shows how to use your results at home, school, and work, with tips for parents, students, job seekers, and leaders.

Why People Shut Down, Lash Out, or Over-Explain in Conflict - and How to Handle It

By
Steve Williamson, VP Digital Content at eRep
Posted
October 13, 2025

Ever wondered why someone suddenly gets pushy, distant, or full of questions? Learn how to recognize personality-based conflict resolution strategies in everyday conversations.

When Communication Breaks Down

By
Steve Williamson, VP Digital Content at eRep
Posted
September 29, 2025

Discover how the Core Values Index™ (CVI) reveals communication patterns in conflict and helps transform misunderstandings into stronger collaboration and trust at work and in life.

The Top 5 Individual Uses for the Core Values Index (CVI)

By
Steve Williamson, VP Digital Content at eRep
Posted
August 11, 2025

Unlock your true potential with the Core Values Index (CVI). Discover 5 powerful ways to boost self-awareness, improve relationships, and align your career with your natural strengths. Start your journey to personal growth and fulfillment today.

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