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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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Episode 283: Well-Presented with Mike Pacchione

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Mike is a speaking expert who helps presenters find their voice on stage. I’ve known make for several years now and I look to him whenever I’m putting a talk or presentation together. 1:44) How much time should someone take into consideration while making a presentation? (3:56) Talking Points. Helpful Links.

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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.” This article originally appeared in the August 2017 issue of SUCCESS magazine and has been updated. Photo by JLco Julia Amaral/Shutterstock.

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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. Over time, our busy minds begin to settle, enabling us to be more present and see more clearly.

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I Stopped Worrying, Then Happiness Showed Up

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Do things that make you happy , avoid negative thoughts and stress, and voilà! Things like extra stressful workdays , fights with our partners, misunderstandings with friends and family, bad thoughts, negative body image days, everything-goes-wrong days, insomniac nights, self-doubt and worry. Trust me, you want to sit still.

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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. I’ve known make for several years now and I look to him whenever I’m putting a talk or presentation together. 1:44) How much time should someone take into consideration while making a presentation? (3:56) Talking Points. Helpful Links.

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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. She launched the app in 2017, and it’s now used by 3.5 Don’t give up, be present and be active on the app because it shows other moms if you’re active,” she says.