You’ve probably heard the saying, “Perception is reality.” But even if you haven’t, the concept is worth considering – especially when it comes to relationships with your coworkers. Physical, Quick, Acute and Intuitive The dictionary defines perception as “awareness of the elements of environment through physical sensation; physical sensation interpreted in the light of experience;… Read More »
Tag: Wellbeing
8 Career-Altering Pieces of Advice No One Ever Told You
Have you taken any time lately to reflect on where you’re going in your career? It’s easy fall into a “same old, same old” pattern where you get up, go to work, do your job in an adequate way or better, come home, then rinse and repeat. And while there’s nothing glaringly wrong with that,… Read More »
Overcome Self Doubt by Following These Confidence Boosting Tips
“It is confidence in our bodies, minds and spirits that allows us to keep looking for new adventures, new directions to grow in, and new lessons to learn – which is what life is all about.” Few people would argue with these words from media mogul Oprah Winfrey. But sometimes, self-confidence is hard to achieve,… Read More »
Ways to Support the Equality of Women at Work
The business world has made strides in advancing gender equity, but there’s still a long way to go. Numerous studies show that women still earn less, get promoted less frequently, and are underrepresented in the highest leadership positions. In 2020, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, women’s annual earnings were 83 percent of… Read More »
We Need to Be Having Conversations About Race in the Workplace
In recent years, the global pandemic, civil unrest, and political and economic upheaval have made people feel divided and uncertain, possibly more so than ever before. So, having ongoing conversations that cultivate multi-cultural tolerance and mutual understanding is increasingly important – in society and at work. Seek First to Understand When trying to build relationships… Read More »
Actionable Steps You Can Take to Be an Ally to Black Women at Work
Being an ally means building relationships with people oppressed by their identity, as well as with those privileged by it, so you can challenge the latter in their thinking. Allyship is an ongoing learning process. It involves a lot of listening, but it’s also a solid commitment to action. A key aspect of allyship is… Read More »
Cell Phone Addiction: What Is It, and Why Is It a Problem?
You may be addicted to your cell phone without even realizing it. Cell phone addiction is a problem for many people. Identifying the issue and finding safe, healthy ways to manage it can be challenging. But, with the right approach, you can address an addiction to your cell phone before it gets out of hand.… Read More »
How to Tell If You’re Experiencing Burnout
You can work a healthcare job and experience burnout without realizing it. In this instance, burnout symptoms can escalate. If they go untreated, they can have far-flung effects on your physical and mental health. Do not let burnout symptoms get out of hand. Here are three ways you can tell if you are coping with… Read More »
Your Guide to a Mental Health Leave
There is no need to put your mental health in danger. But, if you feel you need to take a mental health leave at work, it may be difficult to take one. However, the longer you wait to do so, the more your mental health may deteriorate. It can even reach a point where depression,… Read More »
Avoid Zoom Meeting Burnout with These Tips
Zoom meetings can be great for communication and team productivity, but they can also be too much of a good thing. Video calls of any kind may be draining, as they force participants to focus more intently on conversations in order to absorb information. This can make it difficult to process that information as well… Read More »