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SUCCESS OVER STRESS Many of us have heard – or given – advice about “looking on the bright side.” Or, you may have heard someone say, “the glass is half full, not half empty.” These are ways of explaining optimism. An optimistic person is someone who expects good things to happen in their future. But […]
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HEALTHY EATING White bread, packaged cookies and turkey bacon. What do these foods have in common? They are all processed foods. Processed food is the opposite of “whole food,” or food in its natural state. What does “processed foods” mean? It means the food has been changed from its natural state. White bread, for instance,
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FAMILY LIFE Every day, six teens are killed in car crashes. But many of these injuries and deaths can be prevented. Know the eight “danger zones” of teen driving to help keep them safe. 1.Inexperience.Make sure your teen gets at least 30 to 50 hours of driving practice with an adult. Practice at different times
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HEALTHY EATING When life gets busy, it’s tempting to reach for the convenience of traditional fast food options. Just as the name says, it’s fast and is found pretty much everywhere. However, these types of food come with real downsides. Many traditional fast food options do not provide quality nutrition and may even be harmful
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FINANCIAL HEALTH Not sure where to start with a budget? It doesn’t have to be complicated. Here are some tips. Add up your monthly income. Look at paystubs or your bank deposits from your job for one month. Include other income, like child support payments, if you have them. Cut back where you can. Put
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WORK LIFE Do you feel like you can’t concentrate or keep your energy up at work? A few simple fixes can make a huge difference in your energy and concentration levels all day long. Pack a lunch and snacks the night before.Stay up a few extra minutes to do this at night. Chances are, you’ll
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WELL-BEING Our connections to others are vital to our health. Relationships make people happier. Relationships also lower anxiety and depression. Wondering how you can form new or stronger connections with people? Try these tips: Be there for others. Helping others when they need you strengthens your friendships and makes you happy. You can also volunteer,
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WELL-BEING A certain amount of time sitting is unavoidable, especially if your job requires it. However, this doesn’t mean you have to be still. With a bit of creativity, you can add bursts of movement even when you’re sitting down. Try these four movements throughout the day to keep your body moving in your seat.
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SELF-CARE CORNER Chronic congestion? Watery, itchy eyes? Sneezing and coughing? These may be symptoms of an allergy. If your doctor diagnoses you with an allergy, they may recommend allergy shots. For the right person, an allergy shot regimen may bring much-needed relief from frustrating and ongoing symptoms. The cause of allergies An allergy occurs when
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WORK LIFE Many people sit at a desk for hours each day. And the way you sit can affect your health. Muscles & bones Your musculoskeletal system includes your bones, joints and muscles. These parts of the body work together to provide support and stability. They allow you to move around. The musculoskeletal system has
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