Skip the expensive resort fees and the hassle of long-distance travel. Why not have a staycation instead? Staycation is not just a nice way of saying 'I'm just going to hang out at home.' It's one of the best ways to relax and veg out, rebooting your body and mind, with no danger of lost luggage or post-travel exhaustion. But staying at home is one thing; conditioning … [Read more...] about How to have the perfect staycation
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how to make your cubicle a relaxing place
You spend 8 hours a day, five days a week in your cubicle or work station. You might as well make it a pleasant place—especially since a lot of our mood is affected by our environment. Here are some simple ways to decorate your cubicle. No, you won't need paint (your human resource department won't take too well to that) and you won't even spend a fortune. But you'll see a real … [Read more...] about how to make your cubicle a relaxing place
Relax tense muscles in 20 minutes
Sore muscles, but too busy to get a massage? Try progressive muscle relaxation therapy or PMRT. Despite its unwieldy name, it is really simple: you alternate between tensing and relaxing different muscle groups. It's as calming as squeezing a stress ball, and also teaches you to be aware of unconscious tension. Doing this regularly can also help you stay relaxed yet alert … [Read more...] about Relax tense muscles in 20 minutes
How to cope when you have an incompetent boss
Do you have to work with an incompetent boss? Not just an annoying boss, but someone whose lack of skills and leadership is actually affecting productivity? Maybe he gives confusing directions. Or his actions actually destroy company culture: feeding gossip, pitting people against each other, stifling creativity and encouraging dishonesty. Company productivity and … [Read more...] about How to cope when you have an incompetent boss
How to stay energetic and alert the whole day
You've got a crazy, busy day ahead—lots of meetings, errands, or deadlines that require your total concentration and superhuman energy reserves. In other words, you can't afford to mess up. So, you need your mind and body to perform at their best, even as your stomach churns from the stress. Here are some tips on how to stay energetic and alert the whole day. … [Read more...] about How to stay energetic and alert the whole day