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Humor in the Workplace: How to Be Funny at Work Without Crossing the Line

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Oxytocin helps us connect, feel empathy and trust; serotonin regulates anxiety, happiness and well-being ; and endorphins reduce pain and stress while boosting mood and self-esteem. Research has shown that workplace stress costs the U.S. Finally, adding comedy to otherwise mundane presentations can really make a difference.

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5 Ways to Put Mindfulness to Work in Your Life

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Studies have shown mindfulness practices and interventions to be useful in reducing stress and anxiety symptoms —an effect potentially comparable to that of established treatments like cognitive behavioral therapy. Or what about the fact that mindfulness isn’t about a goal at all, but it still helps you achieve more of them?

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The Secret to a Healthy Relationship Isn’t a Secret at All

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If someone says, “I am so nervous about this pitch and presentation,” for example, you might reflect back, “You’re stressed about all of the work you have going on right now.” Your goal isn’t to put them on the spot, but to disarm and understand the situation. or “You sound upset to me. Did I catch you at a bad time?”

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Episode 283: Well-Presented with Mike Pacchione

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Mike is a speaking expert who helps presenters find their voice on stage. Future pairs you up with one of their world-class trainers, and coaches create your personalized workout plan, tailored specifically to your schedule, your routine, your goals, and your progress all through the convenience of their stellar app. Talking Points.

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The Science of Changing Other People

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At some point in our careers, we’ve all felt how quickly negativity or stress spreads in a meeting. Perhaps a colleague of yours was presenting an idea, and there was a person in the room who might not have spoken up, but everyone knew how they felt about it. We got the greatest viewer response of the year.

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29 Beautiful Stories That Will Restore Your Faith in Humanity

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In the predawn hours of a Saturday morning in January 2017, an arsonist set fire to the Victoria Islamic Center, a mosque in Victoria, Texas. When a GoFundMe account was set up to raise funds for rebuilding the uninsured structure, it surpassed the goal of $850,000 within days. Relationship Goals. Neighborly Love. Up in the Air.

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Episode 283: Well-Presented with Mike Pacchione

Productivityist

Mike is a speaking expert who helps presenters find their voice on stage. Future pairs you up with one of their world-class trainers, and coaches create your personalized workout plan, tailored specifically to your schedule, your routine, your goals, and your progress all through the convenience of their stellar app. Talking Points.

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