Is Your Humor Deeper than a Holler?

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This post is based on a webinar hosted by Dr. Denise Reading. It’s the first in an ongoing series of workshops, webinars, and for-credit courses offered by the Institute for Women, Wellness and Work to help women explore freelancing, consulting, and solopreneur opportunities as a path to a satisfying and successful professional experience. “Gig economy” is a phrase you’ve probably heard a lot, especially in the last couple of years. It refers to the part of the workforce (more than half!) that doesn’t work full-time for one employer, but instead takes on multiple opportunities from different sources. The term got its start in the music industry. Musicians generally refer to a performance they’re hired for as a gig. That terminology has spread to other industries,…
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It might not be obvious to any of us on a day to day basis, but the world has radically shifted in the last 50 years. We’re watching as understood norms and structures are collapsing right before our eyes – either through corruption or a mass awakening or both. Is college really the best way to get a higher education?Is the American dream of buying a home with two kids and a white picket fence really sustainable?Do the police actually protect us or are they a part of the problem we see today?Is Democracy stable against tyranny and uprising?Do we really need banks and intermediaries or can we democratize and digitize money?Why do we think staying in the same career for 30+ years is the…
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Remote work quickly became ingrained into our professional landscape during the COVID-19 pandemic. Although it was a difficult transition for some, many have found it beneficial for their work-life balance. However, there are caveats, such as fewer interactions with co-workers and a fully-stocked pantry available for afternoon grazing. You must work harder at maintaining your health and well-being — these eight tips can help. 1. Embrace Growth and Change Developing a growth mindset takes time and effort but allows you to move forward in your career and personal life. If you are new to working remotely, this transition may seem scary to you. Take comfort in the fact that you are not alone. Varying careers, industries and companies have adopted remote work. In fact, scientists,…
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Calories and Micronutrients are critical to understand for our health; but most of us don’t know the difference. Ever wonder why it is so hard to maintain a healthy weight, especially as we get older? You are not alone. According to the Center for Disease Control, 42.4% of Americans are obese, with many elements coming into play. Among these elements are biological factors, like our genes; environmental factors, including those people we interact with; and modifiable components, like the food choices we make. I like to use the analogy of a car when I’m explaining nutrition. The gasoline we put into our car is what makes the car run. The car’s fuel is analogous to macronutrients that make our body’s run. Macronutrients are carbohydrates, proteins…
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Today, Good Friday, marks the ninth anniversary of one of the most significant dates in my life – the adoption of my daughter, Sarah.
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