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Self-Sabotage Much? 15 Reasons Why You are Standing in Your Own Way at Work

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Picture this: You’ve been at the same job for years, you work hard, are focused, dedicated, loyal, and yet you keep getting overlooked when it comes time for bonuses and promotions. And that dweeb in the cubicle next to you just landed a…

Sounding Off: 10 Ways Music Affects How You Work

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There's no denying that music can improve your day and can shift your mood in an instant. It can be uplifting, evocative, irritating and soothing. But did you know that listening to music at work can affect your productivity too? Not only…
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Say Cheese: 10 Non-Obvious Reasons Why You Should Smile More

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Besides making you look like you’re actually having a good time, smiling can deliver more than a few benefits that might surprise you. The simple act of smiling, as it turns out, might just be an investment in your own wellbeing. William…
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Yes Means No: 10 Reasons Why Some Kids Respond to Reverse Psychology

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UPDATED: August 1st, 2016 If you are one of the many parents who just spent 20 minutes vehemently negotiating with your three-year-old, then rest assured, you're not alone. We're talking to you mom at the playground begging for your toddler…
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Fight Club: 15 Surprising Ways to Become a Better Arguer

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It’s important to stay calm in any discussion and to look for some common ground. After all, if it’s your partner you’re arguing with, you don’t want to say or do something you’ll later regret. And if you want to learn how to win…
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Delving In: 15 Facts About Suicide & Depression Few of Us Know

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Hearing the news of Robin Williams’ death felt like we lost a favorite uncle. Then learning that his death was a result of suicide made it almost unbearable to consider. Although Williams spoke openly of his struggles with depression and…

The Saddest Clown: 19 Reasons Why We Still Can’t Stop Reflecting on the Robin Williams Tragedy

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The Robin Williams biography is robust. He was a comic genius and he was an American institution in and of himself. Robin Williams’ death by suicide on August 11, 2014 shook the nation and we’re left with questions, uncertainty and a deep,…
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15 Reasons Why Rituals Make Us Awesome

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Despite your best efforts, sometimes life can get crazy. Between stress at work, juggling friends and loved ones, and the constant demands of your kids, life is messy. If you are nodding your head as you read this, you are not alone. So how…
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The Mournful Mom: 11 Myths About Postpartum Depression

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According to the American Psychological Association (APA), it is estimated that 9-16% of birth mothers display some form of postpartum depression (PPD). While the symptoms of this enigmatic condition differ for everyone, they often include…