The Importance of Effective Communication iMPACT describes effective communication as communication that “delivers a message in a way that allows the listener to feel valued and heard.” This type of communication is not only necessary for having good relationships with family and friends, but also with employers, employees, and co-workers. According to this 2016 Gallup […]
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Halloween Sweets Halloween is only a few days away, which means sweets are going to be everywhere! Between the candy for trick-or-treaters, Halloween themed parties and events, and Halloween treats on sale at the grocery store, it can be easy to feel overwhelmed. While a day or two of indulgence is perfectly acceptable, Halloween can
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The Importance of Belonging Searching for a sense of belonging is not only a natural instinct, but it is considered a basic human need. In fact, evolutionary psychology shows that the desire to belong is hardwired into the DNA of social animals, and cognitive psychologists explain that social rejection leads to the same neural and
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Why Meal Prep? Meal prepping can be beneficial for everyone. Whether you work full-time, part-time, in the office, remotely, or if you are a stay at home parent. Poor eating choices usually occur when we are busy, rushed, or don’t have a plan for meals. This is especially true when it comes to snacking. A
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2019 Culture Report The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) recently released their 2019 Culture Report, “The High Cost of a Toxic Workplace Culture.” This report found that there is a lot of room for improvement in terms of workplace culture and managerial roles. The full report can be downloaded here, but listed below are some of
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Cold and Flu Season The kids have been back in school for awhile now, which means the whole family is starting to settle into their new routines just in time for cold and flu season. Not to worry, though! We’ve gathered all the best tips from WebMD, Live Science, Everyday Health, and The Healthy Newsletter to
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Fall Means “Pumpkin Everything!” Fall is finally here and if you are like us, that means it is time to start adding the delicious taste of pumpkin to our favorite meals and snacks. You may have heard of or seen the popular phrase, “pumpkin everything” on social media, advertisements, or just around town, after all
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Mental Illness Awareness Week Each year, millions of Americans face the reality of living with a mental health condition. The National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI) reports that in 2018 alone 19.1% of U.S. adults experienced mental illness, that equals out to nearly 1 in 5 people. Mental illness affects everyone, whether directly or indirectly,
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Why “Diets” Don’t Work Losing or maintaining a healthy weight is very common goal. So much so, that new “diets” are created all the time to help people achieve this goal. If you search for the best diet, you will have a variety of options pop up, including Keto, Low Carb, Low Fat, Paleo, Whole
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Do Wellness Incentives Work? With health care costs continuing to rise, more and more organizations are incorporating wellness programs to help keep their employees healthy. However, the success of a wellness program depends greatly on participation, and participation rates can be difficult to maintain. As cited by The Benefits Guide, the Anthem’s Trends in Health Benefits
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