In this age of cut-throat competition, the quest for success often results in insurmountable stress and multiple health issues. For Americans, stress is a perennial problem, with regular reports that clearly establish a relationship between stress and various mental health issues. Healthcare professionals have repeatedly emphasized the need to increase
Many of us get stressed at the thought of missing a deadline at work or when we are overburdened with uncompleted tasks. Fierce competition, expectations of the manager and the desire to prove one’s abilities keep on adding to our woes. A job that puts someone under tremendous pressure can
Happiness, a fundamental emotion characterized by a lasting state of well-being and contentment, and associated with the absence of negative emotions, can mean different things for different people. Considered the main objective of existence, all individuals work towards achieving happiness. In addition to one’s physical well-being, happiness is often associated
Nadia was a young 26-year-old corporate lawyer who had everything at her disposal or so it seemed. Last Monday when she reached office, she got flustered when she realized that she had three client meetings to attend, had to give two presentations, attend a training session and meet deadlines for
“We don’t stop laughing because we grow old; we grow old because we stop laughing.” Michael Pritchard, the world renowned comedian, has aptly said this line. As we grow older, our roles, responsibilities keep on increasing and our priorities also change. Stressful job, fussy kids at home, an indifferent spouse,
Although stigma toward mental illness has lessened over the years through active attempts at spreading awareness and understanding, it is still present in societies all over the world. For many, it still feels almost taboo to speak about their battle with mental illness, whether it is depression, bipolar disorder or
Burnout is a psychological condition that results from being overwhelmed at work, school or home. Individuals with burnout often complain about having too many tasks to accomplish in a short period of time. They may be unable to keep up with deadlines or chores, and may feel that their best
In the United States we are able to buy almost any fruit or vegetable in our local grocery market regardless of the season. Strawberries may be more expensive in the winter months than in the summer months, and mangoes and tomatoes may ripen on the transport trucks instead of on
A teenager may start in the customer service industry with a part-time job, under 40 hours per week, with pay at or under minimum wage. For some, this rite of passage is not long lived as they grow up and eventually begin a full-time job with a company. While income
There is a saying that even the smallest act of kindness can mean the world to someone in need. This saying does not imply giving less, rather giving appreciation or a small gift can mean a lot to an employee under stress. As the only people capable of keeping the
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