Building a Better Sense of Self
Let’s face it- we have all sought out the approval of others at one time or another. But what happens when we need constant validation and attention from other people? Well, then it is time to look a little deeper at how to strengthen our beliefs about ourselves. As we become less dependent on the approval of others, our lives tend to feel more emotionally regulated and we then begin to have the tendency to believe in ourselves.
Hygge... How to Pronounce it & How to Make it a Lifestyle
Have you ever heard of the Danish word, hygge? This word has been pronounced in a variety of ways, but its proper pronunciation is “hoo ga.” If you’re still struggling, I would recommend typing it into a search engine and having the search engine say it for you.
5 Tips to Surviving Holiday Work Parties
Holiday parties can be stressful. Holiday parties at work can be even more stressful. If you are someone who has social anxiety or generalized anxiety, just thinking about your company’s holiday party is probably causing you to sweat right now. It would be easy not to go, but then that is just giving in to the irrational thoughts and beliefs. Instead, plan to go to the holiday party (even for a little it) and use some of the tips below to help you get through the event. Although the below tips are by no means exhaustive and may not apply to each individual, if attending your holiday work party is causing you to experience anxious symptoms, you may also find comfort and assistance in talking to a mental health professional.
Winter Blues... or Is It?
Can you believe it’s October already? Where did summer go and where did September go? October offers the promise of fall activities, the upcoming holiday season, and the (usual) dreaded clock change. I mean, most of us do like getting an extra hour of sleep, but most of us also dislike how early it gets dark now.
5 Tips for Returning to Work
Let’s face it… virtual and hybrid methods of work are here to stay! This might mean a company or position in a company going 100% remote or a hybrid method of some remote work as well as some in-person work. If you find yourself in a position where you do need to return to in-person work, whether 100% or a hybrid method, how do you prepare for that transition back?