Self-esteem is a wonderful but delicate thing. When our self-esteem is high, we feel more resilient, less prone to anxiety and rejection, and less cortisol, or the stress hormone, is released into our bloodstream. The positives are obvious, but actually improving our self-esteem can be challenging, especially if we’ve experienced setbacks in the past. In…
In order to enjoy your retirement to its fullest, you need to be prepared for it. Fortunately, there are some things that you can do now to ensure that you have enough money to live off of once you stop working. Here’s how to financially prepare for retirement. Determine How Much You Will Need For…
I was the kid who usually had dirt on her clothes, weeds in her hair, and boots on her feet. I grew up on a 142-acre ranch in the Sacramento Valley, surrounded by countless cats, a few black lab dogs, tons of chickens, a few rabbits, a couple of horses, a herd of cattle, a…
Whether you’re in a large company or a small startup, many of us struggle to define the meaning of performance reviews. In theory, they’re intended to ensure that managers provide timely, relevant feedback and help employees gauge how they’re performing against goals and manager expectations. The entire performance review process is based on the idea…
Those, who do not cherish the very artistry of writing often take it for granted. Like the oceans, seas, rivers, lakes, and other bodies of water are akin to the very flow of water. And no, we are not discussing the different signatures or penmanships. There is a deeper level of rhythm, beats, and syncopations,…
Exercise and movement is so critical to me in maintaining a work/life balance. As an immigration lawyer, I am often in an office environment for long hours. Any business owner has extra stress from running the business, and on top of that, I have a family with two children. Having regular times of movement is…
Choosing a charity can be challenging. There are numerous organizations and nonprofits, all with different causes. So how do you choose a charity to donate your time or money to? The first step is choosing what type of cause you’d like to become involved in. Many people would like to find ways to support the…
It can be very challenging to teach children about the importance of giving back. Philanthropy is such an essential part of human culture and history, but it often doesn’t come naturally for young children. The concept of philanthropy is so complex and abstract that it’s hard to make it relevant for children. Effective philanthropy can…
We’ve all been there: standing in line at the grocery store, drumming our fingers on the cart as the checkout line stands still for what feels like an eternity. Though sometimes extreme couponers or slow cashiers are to blame for the stand-still line, bagging groceries is often the culprit. Regardless of what type of bag…
August 25, 2021 — 0:06 AM Pushups are no easy feat. Unless you’re equipped with plenty of upper body and core strength, this staple exercise can seem borderline impossible. But with the right tools, most people can master the move. Pilates instructor Cassey Ho (aka blogilates) shares her tried-and-true trick for nailing a pushup on…
