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Work-related fatigue comes in different packages. Some types have repercussions that last long after you leave the workplace, which is why it’s so important to know and understand how to identify them. Some are irreversible. Often, the issue is that…

Being addicted to work, also known as workaholism, is a problem that many people face in today’s face-paced, stressful world. In this work-obsessed culture, it’s easy to believe that being a workaholic is a good thing. After all, workaholics get…

The world has changed a lot. In many aspects of life, transformation is faster than our ability to assimilate it. One of the most disconcerting changes is the one we now know as the “gig economy”. The gig economy is…

Occupational burnout syndrome (or just burnout syndrome) was begging for more attention. Now, the WHO is giving it the official classification it deserves. It’s going to go from being a medical condition to an occupational disease. That’ll really help workers, giving…

When a disaster happens that affects a community or a large number of people, professionals from different specialties have to get involved. The goal of social workers in a crisis is to holistically resolve problems through social intervention. In general,…

Simon Sinek’s golden circle is a principle that you can apply to help a company thrive. It’ll allow you to discover which objectives you have to focus your efforts on and how to do that. An English visionary called Simon…

What does it mean to be active or reactive? It’s possible that you’ve never reflected on these two concepts even though they’re particularly relevant in the workplace. These traits actually tend to influence what kind of career path you take,…

Holacracy is an organizational system characterized by horizontal authority figures and decision-making processes. In other words, it disregards the hierarchical distribution of responsibilities and power. Although this system may seem strange and anarchic, it’s already been adopted by some organizations…

Is talent born or made? This is one of the questions that American writer Angela Duckworth asks in her theory of grit. She argues that personal development through passion and perseverance helps people achieve their goals. Duckworth shared her ideas…

All schools should incorporate cooperative work. This method is very important and useful, especially for elementary school and middle school students. It uses workgroups to help students develop critical social skills. Through teamwork, students learn how each individual’s effort helps…

In Zen Buddhism, the ensō circle symbolizes simplicity and harmony. Only those who keep an open mind and enjoy internal balance are able to trace this perfect circle, which shall never be closed. Buddhist teachers often say that it’s impossible…

While you’re preparing a job interview, you need to consider the questions you’re going to ask the candidates. Since you should focus only on what you need and want to know, in this article, we share some questions you shouldn’t…

Everyone’s had a bad day at least once… and we all know that sometimes a bad day can turn into a bad week. Since having a bad day affects your mood, it also affects how you treat your friends and…

A separation or divorce can impact all family members depending on the circumstances. In many cases, it mainly affects the children. Manipulation and lack of respect are the main temptations that no couple should ever resort to. In fact, it’s…

We all live in a bubble of different limitations and a bad concept of the world. This concept falls apart when you turn your gaze to a broader reality, dare to take a different path, and distance yourself from the…

We want you to imagine something. You show up at work and your boss tells you they want to talk to you. You can tell they’re acting weird, and you realize what’s about to happen. After they talk to you,…

Soft skills make it possible for a person to relate and communicate with other people in a more or less intelligent way. Consequently, employees with good soft skills are in high demand these days because they help organizations and businesses…

For a long time, the brain was believed to be in charge of our entire body, including memories and emotions. Philosophers believed that the brain contained the soul. However, some very interesting things have been discovered throughout history. In this…

It may be hard to face whatever’s happening in your life, either because you’re afraid, don’t know how to act, or because you’re trying to avoid suffering again. In cases like this, perhaps you’re “wearing an emotional armor” in order…

Concentration and mental focus minimize distractions and improve performance. With a little practice and insight, you can improve these abilities. Just as your muscles, your mind requires exercise. The more you work it out, the stronger it becomes. As you…