SUCCESS OVER STRESS We live in a hectic and complicated world, that can be difficult to navigate. Nobody is perfect, yet you may feel like you must strive to measure up to impossible standards. Or, you may struggle to accept mistakes and failures in your life. But you can overcome this by practicing self-compassion. Self-compassion […]
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WORK LIFE Keeping up with the latest technology can be daunting. Being tech-savvy means being proficient in the use of technology, especially computers. While you may not need to be able to write complex codes, feeling confident and comfortable with modern technology makes you a valuable employee and helps you connect with family and friends.
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WELL-BEING When you donate blood, you are potentially saving a life. The American Red Cross estimates that someone needs blood every two seconds. Your donation makes that possible. The donation process is pretty simple, but there are a few things you should know in advance to prepare. Donation eligibility To donate blood, you must meet
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FINANCIAL HEALTH Offers in the mail Credit card companies, auto loan companies and other lenders can get a list of names for their credit card offers. They get information from credit reporting agencies about people who have a minimum credit score. Then, they use that list to send out offers for a new card. Saying
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MEDICAL NEWS A seizure is a sudden surge of electrical activity in the brain. It can cause a person to have uncontrolled movements. A grand mal seizure or tonic-clonic seizure is the most serious. It usually involves jerking movements, shaking and the inability to talk or communicate. When it comes to seizures, there are plenty
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BE FIT When you think of exercise, do you think of going for a run or taking an aerobics class? Those are great cardio workouts. But there is more to fitness than just cardio. Strong is healthy Strength training or lifting weights is a big part of being healthy and fit. Many people don’t do
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SELF-CARE CORNER Summer travel plans may take you to places across the globe. While this can be exciting, switching to a different time zone can take a toll on the body. The body has its own internal clock that tells you when to be awake and when to sleep. This is your circadian rhythm. If
BE FIT When most people think of exercise they envision cardio or weight training. But, no workout routine is complete without stretching. Here are six unique benefits. Improve flexibility Flexibility is a well-known benefit of stretching. To increase your range of motion, hold each stretch for 90 seconds. Prevent injury Stretching increases blood flow to
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BE FIT Bike sales have increased during the COVID-19 pandemic. Bicycling is great exercise! However, it’s important to keep yourself safe while on two wheels. Collisions can and do occur, and some can be serious. To minimize your risk of injury while riding a bicycle: *Wear a helmet.Studies show that a helmet lowers your risk
SELF-CARE CORNER Most people have felt a bloated stomach after a big meal. Usually, the belly feels overly full. It can make clothing feel tighter. The belly may look swollen. Bloating is usually caused by too much food or air and gas getting trapped in the intestines. But some people get bloated even when they
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