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What Happened When I Avoided the News for 30 Days

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Things happen in this world— many of them stressful and polarizing—even if we make an effort to ignore them. Avoiding news and focusing on other things Being relatively informed has always seemed to be something of a responsibility to me. So normally, I’ve taken on the stress and anxiety that come with consuming the news.

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4 Friendship Apps to Help You Connect with New People

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According to the Mayo Clinic , friendships may “increase your sense of belonging and purpose, boost your happiness and reduce your stress,” among other factors. Bumble began as a dating app in 2014, and Bumble for Friends was launched in 2016 to foster different relationships. Apps can also be used to find a friendship match.

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How You Can Combat Collaboration Overload to Improve Company Performance—and Your Own

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A 2016 Harvard Business Review article found that over the past two decades, time spent by leadership and employees in collaborative activities has grown by more than 50%. If you’re stressed and stretched too thin with collaboration overload, you won’t be at your best. But teamwork isn’t going away anytime soon.

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At a Loss for Words? 25 Ways to Master the Art of Small Talk

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A recent study published in Communication Research has found that those who engage in any of seven types of quality conversation experience increased well-being and happiness, alongside a reduction in their stress levels. These tips can help take the stress out of small talk and create a quality conversation: 1. Get your mind right.

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This Digital Nomad Couple Sold Everything to Travel the World in a Sailboat—Here’s What They’ve Learned About Life, Goal Setting and Relationships

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After several months of research, they attended a two-week sailing course in Gibraltar before selling Darsy’s apartment and buying Polar Seal in March 2016. “On Ellison and Darsy purchased Polar Seal in March 2016, but they didn’t hit the waters full time until June 2018. These are five of those lessons. Your speed is the right speed.

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Revolutionary Insights Into Self-Leadership for Administrative Professionals

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This is a replay of the free webinar offered June 2016 titled Revolutionary Insights Into Self-Leadership (for administrative professionals). Self-Management vs. Stress Management and Juggling Work, Home and Your Personal Life. Download – June 2016 Webinar Chat ARCHIVE. Create a Strategic Partnership with Your Leader.

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Looking Forward With Intention [Free Webinar for Assistants]

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Joan will be sharing personal insights and helpful guidance for setting yourself up for success in 2016. This will be an informative, inspirational session designed to say goodbye to 2015 and enthusiastically welcome in the New Year. Join us as we reflect upon and celebrate the year that was. Learning Highlights.

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