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Boundaries. Maps have them. People need them (probably way more than they realize).
What are personal boundaries you may ask? They are expectations and needs that help you feel safe and comfortable in your relationships.
Expectations in relationships help you stay mentally and emotionally well. Knowing when to say “yes” or “no” is an essential part of feeling comfortable when interacting with others.
I remember learning of Clarissa Harlowe Barton, better known as Clara Barton, in elementary school. Photos of her depicted a graceful woman with perfectly-braided hair pinned up elegantly on the back of her head, wearing a large dark gown and a gentle smile.
As children, we learn of her contributions to American history through the founding of the American Red Cross, but it wasn’t until I started volunteering for the organization that I unearthed the magnitude of her efforts and how it led to the organization I hold so dearly today.
Are you born with athletic skills, or are they developed? The following exchange with retired Colonel Mike Sinisi (U.S. Air Force) will offer some insight. The Army Ten-Miler is not limited to Army personnel only. Mike has made more than ten appearances and registered some impressive times. The important takeaway is not about how fast he is but the development of his training over the years.
Not all of us can “Be Like Mike” and keep up the running performance that outpaces his age. We all have to do the work and make sacrifices, no matter our performance levels. Mike doesn’t step out the door and say, “I’ll run fast today and be first in my age group.” Instead, his approach is to take advantage of the experience and adjust his goals to fit the situation.
Here is a News 6 mashup of top stories for the week of Dec. 13, 2021, straight from AWN News 6 Correspondent, Jolene McNutt:
• Couple Married for 77 Years Gets Long-Awaited Wedding Photos
• Office Cubicle Turned into Life-Sized Gingerbread House
• Need Last-Minute Gift Ideas?
• This Week in History
For me and so many others, the stress of the holidays can take away from the enjoyment of the season. It can be especially stressful if you have to split Thanksgiving or Christmas between different groups of family members (for example: parents and in-laws or parents who are divorced) or accommodating older children with their own families and in-laws. As it turns out, a family meeting can help.
As a job seeker in our current market, you know that virtual interviews are becoming just as common as traditional, in-person settings. While there are standard topics and techniques to practice that apply to all interviews, there are some special things to remember about interviewing virtually.
(As always, don’t skip on your interview prep regardless of the type of interview. We cover that here.)
Here are eight virtual interview tips we want you to know:
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