The joy of portable devices like smart phones means that we can always be connected, respond to people who need our help, and stay on top of our work at all times. But a couple of seconds of inattention while driving can ruin the lives of many people. I came across these startling statistics the(…)
What does worklife balance mean to you? It is different for everyone. It depends on how you prioritze your life. What might work for one person will not work for another. This is something you need to discover on your own and find out where your balance line lies. Set your priorities for what you(…)
Not only does exercise make you look younger by improving your physical appearance, it also improves your mental dexterity and well-being. When I’m stressed about something, I find that if I hit the gym or take a run, I am able to think more clearly. This helps me to see the issue from different perspectives(…)
Time is a very valuable commodity. People who spend their time wisely tend to be more relaxed, accomplished, and productive. One of the greatest obstacles to time management is what we might call “time wasters.” It’s easy to get distracted by wanted and unwanted interruptions. How susceptible are you to time wasters? Try taking this(…)
So you’re feeling stressed. Now what? You could try to ignore it, but that can cause your stress to build. It’s better to try and cope. Coping is the thing we do to reduce (or simply tolerate) our feelings of stress. Coping takes conscious effort – it doesn’t just happen automatically. We learn coping mechanisms(…)
Two nights ago, someone broke into my car, threw my stuff around, and stole my GPS. This person also took the ancient, red Dustbuster that was in the trunk of my car, and then discarded it along the side of the road about a half block away. Poor Dustbuster. It all turned out OK in(…)
You may not know this, but tucked behind the Johns Hopkins at Eastern building is a lovely, green oasis. It’s a thriving community garden called “The Blue Jay’s Perch.” Every spring and summer, the garden comes alive with a variety of flowers, fruits, and vegetables. As you walk around the garden, you’ll see sunflowers, marigolds,(…)