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There’s a Reason Your Free Time Is So Draining

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According to the study, the perception of leisure as wasteful not only decreased enjoyment of the activity, but “[was] also associated with poorer mental health outcomes, including lower reported happiness, and greater reported depression, anxiety and stress.” Active leisure activities can feel stressful, not relaxing.

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Breaking The Employee Burnout Cycle With Workplace Strategy

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The American Psychological Association recently revealed that nearly 60% of employees are experiencing negative impacts of work-related stress. This article was written by Kari Smith and was originally published on Work Design Magazine. And that’s not the only study showing the affects of work stress. Project: R.D.

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How Discrimination in the Workplace Impacts Black Women’s Health & Well-Being

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Watson, a licensed social worker who works for a federal agency, was diagnosed with clinical depression, anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder. This article originally appeared in the May/June 2023 issue of SUCCESS magazine. The experience took a toll on her mental health. It was a job that she liked. “I

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Working Outside: A Critical Component In The New Ecosystem Of Work

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This article was written by Michelle Romero and Simone Schoen , and was originally published on Work Design Magazine. In fact, according to the Environmental Protection Agency, most of us spend only seven percent of our entire lives outdoors. As we move beyond childhood, humans spend less and less time outside.

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SUCCESS’ 2024 Women of Influence

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She’s also been recognized as one of the Most Influential Women in Corporate America by Savoy magazine and as one of the Top 25 Influential Black Women in Business by The Network Journal. Formerly, she held the position of associate director, multicultural marketing at CoActive Marketing Group (US Concepts/Urban Concepts Agency).

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How Multifamily Design Can Inform The New Office

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This article was written by Ancelmo Perez , and was originally published on Work Design Magazine. Since the pandemic, people crave sanctuaries from the stress and hustle of life. Utilizing playful landscaping and varied furniture and seating configurations further enhances the user agency, engagement, and comfort.

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Practically Perfect PA: Featured

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I recently wrote an article for Olé Magazine entitled Travel: Do it yourself or use an agency? All this stress and you don’t even get to leave your desk! I thought I would share it with you…. Blogger Practically Perfect PA aka Nicky Christmas gives us her expert tips on booking business travel.

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