As we begin Summer, many of us are feeling relieved. Kids are happy for the summer off from school. Teachers can relax without the pressures of Covid necessitating simultaneous in-person and remote teaching, and without the fear of gunfire in their schools. Many workers look forward to time at the pool or beach on vacation. …
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There is no disputing that the holidays will be different this year. Many people have suffered multiple losses of health, finances and sadly family members who passed all too soon. So where are we to find “happiness’”?
We see the signs everywhere: gift ideas, charities asking for help, the Salvation Army Bell Ringers, the Hanukkah candles and the Christmas trees. Our whole mindset is about giving gifts, showing love, and gathering together at work and home. At times it seems tedious, so many in need and so many parties/invitations. What is the …
As we settle back into the fall routine, stressful situations are bound to arise. As Maureen Killoran said, “Stress is not what happens to us. It’s our response TO what happens. And RESPONSE is something we can choose.” Embrace the new season and take some time for yourself to read my latest PowerPoint blog excerpt, upcoming …
In a recent Harvard Business Review article on stress, the authors mentioned 2 key strategies that help leaders effectively manage stress: tipping point awareness-recognizing when you are exhibiting behaviors indicating you are nearing your threshold of overwhelm, and stress shifting through intentional breathing. More and more we hear evidence of how intentionally pausing to breathe, …
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