When making a list of the key qualities a manager should bring to their work, emotional intelligence (or EQ) is sometimes forgotten. Yet emotional intelligence, or the ability to recognize the impact one’s behavior has on others, is a key ingredient in management success. A person who is skilled in the use of emotional intelligence…
Self care. It’s a relatively new term as far as understanding mental health is concerned when it comes to the general population, but it’s not often something people really think about in regards to their own well-being. Like in Mexico, where Deborah Loffler says people think about self care more as going to the gym…
North, south, east, west—no matter where you are everybody struggles with mental health. World Mental Health Day, on October 10th, is a chance to remember that none of us are alone. All over the world people share the same feelings of excitement, sadness, melancholy, and more, regardless of their situation. That’s why, this week, Jill…
Warning: The following interview contains graphic depictions of suicide. Viewer discretion is advised. There’s a surprising amount of signs that can precede a suicide attempt. People may experience symptoms of melancholy, rapid moodswings, severe depression, and more. In this follow-up from our previous episode, Rick Hoaglund joins Clark Flatt, President and Founder of the Jason…
Warning: The following interview contains graphic depictions of suicide. Viewer discretion is advised. There’s a surprising amount of signs that can precede a suicide attempt. People may experience symptoms of melancholy, rapid moodswings, severe depression, and more. In this follow-up from our previous episode, Rick Hoaglund joins Clark Flatt, President and Founder of the Jason…
Warning: The following interview contains graphic depictions of suicide. Viewer discretion is advised. Suicide is one of the leading causes of preventable death in our nation today. Every week, Americans lose an average of more than 125 youths to this tragedy. As waters continue to rise, what can be done? How can parents help? And…
These days, it’s difficult to function in the world without an online presence. Try these tips for protecting your privacy and safety online: Think before clicking. “Phishing” is when online scammers send you a message that lures you into clicking on a fake link. Often, the goal is to gain access to your personal information…
Do you have a friend or family member who is going through a rough time? Stay alert for indications that someone may be having suicidal thoughts or need additionalsupport. Warning signs include: Talking about wanting to die or making a plan Feeling hopeless, trapped, or like they are a burden to others Chronic emotional or physical…
Register for When Tragedy Activates Rage Please join us for this free live webinar provided by Empathia and Bob VandePol. Fight. Flight. Freeze. Sometimes we lead groups characterized by an abundance of Fight. A frequent reaction to tragedy is increased irritability, blaming, and hostility. This session will suggest tactics for managing these dynamics in a…
Are you feeling stuck in a rut or running into the same set of problems over and over? You may benefit from a bit of creative problem solving. Using creative problem solving can help you shift from an unproductive or frustrating pattern of behavior into one that successfully accomplishes goals. When you run into a…