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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. Research has shown that workplace stress costs the U.S.

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The 8 Biggest Financial Mistakes to Avoid in Your 60s

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Although retirement may have a date on the human resources calendar, it can—and perhaps should—involve years of transition. If clients relocate to an area with a higher cost of living to be closer to children or friends, they could draw upon their retirement funds faster than expected. Many retirees can take a lesson from Goldilocks.

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5 Smart Money Hacks to Help You Budget for the Holidays

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So, how can we enjoy the holidays without stressing about the inevitable dent they’ll leave in our savings? But the stress of starting the new year already over budget detracts from the fun of finding items friends and family will love. Initially, throwing a party might not seem like a cost-saving measure. Be honest.

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Work Sabbaticals: The Latest Nonprofit Retention Strategy

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During the pandemic, the combination of increased job-related stress and, well, a pandemic led many nonprofit employees to seek new jobs that provided higher pay and better work-life balance. Everyone has been even more stressed than usual. I have more energy, less stress and my insomnia has disappeared.

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Eye Strain At Work Can Be A Literal Headache — Here’s How To Prevent It

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Computer vision syndrome and digital eye strain may have multisystem physiological changes including increasing cortisol levels and increased psychological stress measure scores . For employees, an employer-funded plan defrays some of the (potentially) high costs of routine eye care.

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How Much Does It Cost to Hire a Personal Assistant?

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Far too much rests on your shoulders to let calendar planning, telephone calls, travel booking, and other administrative responsibilities interfere with your performance. But how much does a personal assistant cost? With tools such as email, voicemails, and mobile devices, you may wonder whether personal assistants are worth the cost.

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The Pandemic Sabotaged Our Decision-Making Abilities—Here’s How to Start Regaining That Self-Confidence

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Whether it’s an anniversary vacation, a birthday trip, an annual convention or a trip home for the holidays that’s been continuously wiped off our calendars, we’ve all experienced having our decision-making power effectively paused. We’re taught to believe that jealousy is a toxic emotion to be avoided at all costs. Will THAT be safe?!