Research on emotional intelligence and emotional contagion (the spread of affect from one person to another) informs us that individuals look to their managers for signs about how to react to sudden changes or crisis situations. If you are a… Continue Reading →
With today’s ever-changing world and work climate, it can be hard to know how to feel about your current work situation when everyone’s is different. Some people have the option to work from home, either full-time or part-time, while others… Continue Reading →
Research has found that during quarantine, you may experience feelings of stigmatization, fear, anxiety, depression, loneliness, anger, frustration and boredom. Reaching out to people you trust is one of the best ways to reduce the negative emotions you may be… Continue Reading →
With social distancing, quarantine and isolation becoming commonplace during this uncertain time – that is the COVID-19 crisis – feelings of fear, anxiety and depression can increase. Read on for healthy ways to cope with these emotions and other common… Continue Reading →
Health care workers in the U.S. have started self-isolating due to the fear of bringing coronavirus home. This includes measures like sleeping in the basement or in separate bedrooms, using separate bathrooms, and implementing a do-not-cross-this-point policy. Some have even… Continue Reading →
Now that you are working from home, it is important to create a functional, ergonomic workspace designed just for you. Your muscles learn what you teach them and if you teach them that they don’t have to work, then you… Continue Reading →
According to the CDC, regular handwashing (particularly before and after certain activities) is one of the best ways to avoid getting sick and prevent the spread of germs to others. Yes, you can avoid colds and the flu most of… Continue Reading →
Regardless of age, gender, race and socioeconomic status, stress affects everyone in some degree. Personal, cultural, technological and physical stress can take a toll on your daily routines. However, not all stress is bad. We can experience eustress, or positive… Continue Reading →
Picture this scene: leaves blowing in the wind, water moving down a river and the sun peeking through the sky. Birds are chirping in the distance. You take a deep breath, filling your lungs with fresh air. Connecting with nature… Continue Reading →
Like most tasks in life, one of the hardest aspects of exercising is getting started: taking the first step, signing up for the first class or jogging that first mile. Exercise has countless benefits including improved mood, better sleep, increased… Continue Reading →
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