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Move More and Move Often

A 30-minute daily trip to the gym is great but your activity should not stop there.  Adding constant movement throughout the day is even better.  Instead of finishing a workout and calling it quits for the day, make activity a 24/7 priority.  

Frontline Supervisor: Tips on Effective Documentation

Q. How can I be better at documentation? I’ve been criticized for not sticking to the facts when I write, but if one of my employees demonstrates a continual pattern of conflict with others, I would say the “facts” are that the employee has a conflict-ridden personality.


Spring Cleaning Your New Year’s Resolutions

 

Did you make a resolution for 2015? How are you doing with it now that spring has arrived? Are you off to a good start? Are you keeping up with it? Does your goal need a review? Here are some tips for taking steps toward a happier, healthier you.

 

Confusion About Cancer Is Common

According to a new survey, fewer than half of Americans are aware that some major lifestyle factors -- like not smoking, eating a healthy diet and getting regular exercise -- can affect their cancer risk. 

Drink More Water

The advice varies. But experts agree that drinking water is a must-have healthy habit. 

Frontline Supervisor: Dealing with Employees' Personal Problems

Q. How many times should I recommend BJC EAP to my employee for an ongoing saga of fights and domestic troubles at home that we hear about? The employee has never followed my recommendation. Should I refer the employee somewhere else?

Positive Psychology: The Study of Happiness

While research suggests that happiness is influenced by genetics, people can learn to be happier by developing optimism, gratitude and altruism. There is a form of psychology that focuses on helping people live happier lives. It is called “positive psychology.”

The Dangers of TV Tip-Overs

Children like to climb on furniture. For them, the home is a playground. As you childproof, you may not be aware that unsecured TVs, furniture and appliances are hidden hazards lurking in every room. Here are some simple, low-cost steps you can take to stay safe and save lives.

Eat Clean in 2015

We all want to live long and happy lives, but unhealthy habits can put a kibosh on the quality of those years or even shorten your life. To equip your body for the marathon that is life, there are simple things you can do. One of them is eating clean.

Frontline Supervisor: Morale and Motivation

Q. Can I refer an employee to BJC EAP to gain more confidence in skills and abilities? One of my employees has the skills, but confidence and negative self-talk is a problem. I could give the employee motivational improvement literature, but is that getting too involved?

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