With months of a global pandemic to learn from, we continue to see how family gatherings spread the virus, sometimes with fatal consequences. Think long and hard about what’s right for you and your loved ones. The number of people attending (and for how long), how crowded the room, [...]
However you may be affected by colder and darker skies, the wintertime blahs are real. Some manage the blustery months by staying active. Others may be afflicted with the challenges of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), which is a type of depression that affects all ages and may require professional support [...]
Good news on the global health front: While there’s no COVID-19 vaccine at the moment, you can still protect yourself, your family, and your community by getting a flu shot. It’s quick and easy, it likely won’t cost you anything—and it could make a very big difference. The backstory: Each [...]
Although there are many types of leadership which span a variety of character traits—confidence, intelligence, integrity—the leaders among us have figured out how purpose, empathy, and commitment help engage the team. Leadership is less about innate abilities and more about applying four basic disciplines: Practice continuous improvement. Leaders strive for [...]
Ready to take control of your hard-earned dollars? First, forget the idea that a personal budget means the end of fun or a life of austerity. By crafting a plan, you’re able to see where your money goes, be ready for surprises, and reduce money worries. Can you say financial [...]
Quitting nicotine and tobacco is hard, yes. Impossible, no. We’ll spare the lecture. Instead, here are seven great tips with an important reminder: A big part of quitting is learning from past attempts to figure out what works best for you. Pick a quit date—then make a plan. You’ll be [...]
Treating others the way you want to be treated doesn’t only make you nice to be around. It’s also the key to adding to a respectful work environment. When that happens—with the help of the following six tips—you’re making where you work a better place to be: Practice gratitude. [...]
We often hear about the benefits of exercise and physical activity, but what about exercising our minds? Boost brainpower by adopting these 10 simple ideas: Switch things up. Practice doing things with your non-dominant hand. So if you’re right-handed, try writing or brushing your teeth with your left. It’s a [...]
You can be a comfort to someone facing emotional pain by recognizing the signs and taking the time to talk. Consider these five ways to help—and not let the fear of saying the wrong thing keep you from reaching out. Be open to talking about mental health in your workplace. [...]
A stroke is a life-threatening blockage or rupture of a blood vessel in the brain, similar to the process that causes a heart attack, and just as critical to recognize and take action. To help become more aware of someone who could be suffering from stroke, remember FAST. FAST is [...]
