Tag Archives: disconnect

Self-Awareness

Posted on June 26, 2024 by msw blog

Take a moment right now to do a short self-assessment.   Contemplate what your most common tendencies are when dealing with challenging situations  These are all questions designed to help you become more aware of what drives you, what frustrates you, … Continue reading →

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How to Cope When There’s So Much Bad News

Posted on June 19, 2024 by msw blog

Take care of yourself. “I tell my patients: You have to be in good fighting shape to cope with the current turbulence.” That means boosting your resilience by sleeping, eating and exercising well and engaging in life-affirming activities. Focus on … Continue reading →

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Career challenge: Age

Posted on June 16, 2024 by msw blog

When the boss is young enough to be your kid If you go into your situation with an open mind, work like you are working for your customer, be sensitive to those around you, you will succeed no matter who … Continue reading →

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Types of stress 

Posted on May 7, 2024 by msw blog

Environmental stressors: Your environment bombards you with demands too quickly to enable you to adjust to such things as snow storms, traffic, noise, and pollution. Social stressors: Deadlines, financial problems, job interviews, loss of loved ones, and disagreements all tax your coping … Continue reading →

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Meditation  

Posted on December 24, 2023 by msw blog

Being under a great tree is like being in a green cathedral.  Relax and observe how you breath. Is it slow, quiet, inhales and exhales through the nose?  Positively Purging-I welcome your feedbacks in the comments and your likes and … Continue reading →

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