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Author: Penny Martin
Anxiety comes in all shapes and sizes. People have anxiety about going to work everyday. And, while no two experiences may be exactly the same, there are some stressors on our mental health that are shared by the masses. What can be helpful are tips for calming work anxiety. Most of us have experienced the “Sunday Scaries” at one point or another. It’s that feeling of dread that creeps up as the weekend draws to a close, and we begin to anticipate the work week ahead. Studies show it is a common phenomenon, among all levels of employed persons. Even…
It can be challenging to advocate for your own health, but when you learn simple strategies that you can implement each day, it becomes more of a habit and less of a burden. Self-advocacy is an essential part of remaining healthy and vital. Advocating for your own health means taking the initiative in understanding, managing, and improving your overall well-being. Here are some tips on becoming an effective self-advocate for your health: 1. Live Healthier Self-advocacy begins with taking steps to lead a healthy lifestyle at home, which isn’t just good for your mind and body, but is also great…
If there’s been one positive to the global COVID-19 pandemic, it’s that more pets have found loving homes. The website Petfinder saw a 116 percent increase in traffic in March, the LA Times reported on an uptick in pet adoptions, and the New York-based nonprofit Foster Dogs Inc. revealed that applications for adopting dogs have risen to 3,000 per month compared to 140 per month last year. In this unprecedented and worrisome time, cats and dogs (and maybe lizards?) offer a stress-free companionship and help quell anxiety and unrest. What’s more, owning a pet doesn’t just ease the tension but…
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