Meet with the Empathia team at the 2024 Virginia Emergency Management Symposium If you’re attending the 2024 VEMA Symposium in Newport News, Virginia, meet with the Empathia team at our booth! You can discuss your organization’s critical and risk management needs with our representatives from March 18-21. We’ll be happy to walk you through our…
Empathia is Exhibiting at the 2024 NASPA Conference If you’re representing your college or university at the upcoming NASPA Conference in Seattle, Washington, we look forward to seeing you there! Our representatives will be at the event to discuss your organization’s needs for student wellbeing and crisis management. Learn about our expansive service offerings for…
Please join us for this free live webinar provided by Empathia and Bob VandePol. Crises never occur in a vacuum but rather within the larger contexts of life. Sometimes that larger context IS the crisis. This session will outline lessons learned from recent work involving two geographically distant, world-shaking events that impacted US organizations. This…
Have you ever found yourself feeling down in the winter? The days are shorter, the temperatures lower, and without some sunshine, things may start to look a little bleak. Seasonal Affective Disorder, or S.A.D. as it’s more commonly known is a real condition, and millions of Americans are affected by it every single year. Rick…
For a lot of us, Forgiveness can often feel impossible. Some trespasses may feel too great; some decisions too large to ignore when it comes to truly letting go. For Dr. Buck Blodgett, it’s not so much an obligation, but a choice – you either choose to forgive, or you choose not to, and then…
Every job requires a certain amount of problem solving. Figuring out what a customer or colleague needs and coming up with a solution that keeps the transaction or project moving forward is the primary objective of many positions. For managers, understanding common approaches to problem solving may provide insights into the best ways to address…
Relationships, whether romantic, familial, or platonic, are the backbone of social wellbeing. Connections with friends, family members, and romantic partners bring meaning and richness to our life experiences. Key elements in maintaining strong, healthy relationships with the important people in your life include: Mutual respect. Respect for the other person’s time, money, and personal obligations…
If you are planning to take a trip this year, saving in advance will help to manage costs and avoid credit card debt. Here are some tips for planning your dream vacation: Determine the cost. Before committing to a destination, research the price tag. In addition to transportation, food, and lodging expenses, factor in costs…
Do you eat “grab and go” foods more often than you should? The ease and convenience of fast food or takeout can wreck your budget. Frequently eating these foods, which are often loaded with salt and calories, may also have negative health impacts. If you would like to cook at home more often, both for…
Would you like to adopt more heart-healthy habits? These tips may help decrease the risk of heart-related illnesses, such as heart disease, high blood pressure, and diabetes. Make small changes to your dietary habits. If you struggle to eat well, try adding one new, healthy item into your diet at a time. The ultimate goal?…