Between our busy work schedules, our parenting duties, household chores, and other responsibilities, it’s not always easy to find time to exercise. And yet, staying active is important for our heart health, our sleep, our mood, and our overall well-being. Sometimes, getting moving during a busy day just takes some creativity! We asked our Thrive…
Giving the perfect gift is important, but giving an impactful gift makes it that much sweeter. Whether it’s during the holidays or for special events throughout the year, one of the ways you can support the causes you care about is by using your purchase power to make more informed decisions. At Points of Light,…
Photo by fauxels from Pexels What does employee engagement mean to you? It’s so much more than the knowledge of whether someone likes or dislikes the job. Employee engagement can reflect how committed an employee is to the business and its success. It shows their motivation and personal investment in the work. An engaged employee is better motivated…
Being able to manage your time most appropriately is something best done as early as possible. The earlier in life that you start, the better such skills will stick with you. Mastering these time management hacks earlier in life sets you up for success for the rest of your life. If you have not developed…
Dr. Magdalena Battles A Doctor of Psychology with specialties include children, family relationships, domestic violence, and sexual assault Read full profile Do you find that you have no time to do the things you want to do? Are you so busy running kids from one activity to the next that you find yourself missing time…
A question often asked when learning about the Four Horsemen is: are stonewalling and the silent treatment the same thing? The answer I give is yes and no. There are definitely some similarities between the two but also a big difference I see as well. Stonewalling is when someone emotionally shuts down and withdraws from…
If you find yourself reaching for a cup of coffee around 2 or 3 p.m., we’ll wager you’re familiar with the afternoon slump. While caffeine may energize you in the moment, it also likely results in another slump (and another cup) later on. Luckily, there may be a surprising alternative to the afternoon caffeine intake,…
Our editors have independently chosen the products listed on this page. If you purchase something mentioned in this article, we may earn a small commission. When you hear the phrase shower bouquet, you may picture an arrangement of loofahs, towels, or other bathroom-related gear. Or if you’re a bit more familiar with the benefits of…
Before you run into a narcissist partner, chances are, you’ve had some of this in your family line. Hitting closest to home is a narcissistic mother or parent. It is incredibly confusing and unsettling because we come into the world as helpless babies. Our parents are meant to keep us safe and nurture us. And…
Why is it that traveling makes you feel like you need to moisturize your skin twice as often? Maybe it’s the stale airplane air, the change in weather, or simply forgetting to drink enough water throughout the travel day. All of the above can quickly zap your skin of precious moisture. To tend to your…
