Archive for category: Life Outside the Office

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Why the Feeling of ‘Sonder’ Can Be Overwhelming and Beautiful

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If you’ve ever found yourself lost in thought while watching strangers pass by, you may have experienced what’s known as sonder.

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Understanding Opia and How It Affects Social Anxiety

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Opia is the intense and often ambiguous feelings that arise when locked into someone else’s gaze. Here’s what you should know!

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Compassion Fatigue and What You Need To Know About It

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Compassion fatigue is a sign that you care deeply for others, but it also points to the fact that you need to pause and take care of yourself.

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Revenge Bedtime Procrastination and Mental Health

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Revenge bedtime procrastination refers to the act of sacrificing sleep in order to reclaim personal time. Here’s how it impacts mental health.

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Small Daily Self-Care Routines for Mental Well-being

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Developing a self-care routine can help keep you grounded, relatively calm, and better capable of handling life’s many challenges.

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How to Create a Fulfilling Life After Your Children Leave Home

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When your kids grow up and move out, it can hit in ways you didn’t expect. Here are some ways to cope with this change.

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How to Handle Caring for a Loved One When Your Efforts Go Unnoticed

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Caregiving can take a lot out of you, especially when it feels like nobody notices your efforts. Here are some ways to make it easier.

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Missing Milestones and Mourning the Life You Expected

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Missing a milestone can stay with you longer than you expect. If you’re grieving missed milestones, here’s how you can begin to heal.

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How to Cope When You’re Overlooked for a Promotion at Work

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Being overlooked for a promotion or not receiving recognition for your work can be incredibly discouraging. Here’s how to cope.

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How to Care for a Loved One Through Serious Illness Without Losing Yourself

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There isn’t a perfect way to cope with a loved one’s serious illness. Some habits can make this period easier to handle–here’s what to know.

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