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How to Survive Financial Infidelity

Have you ever hidden a purchase from a partner or had your partner hide one from you? If so, you or your partner may have engaged in financial infidelity. A 2024 Bankrate survey found that it isn’t uncommon—42% of married or partnered U.S. adults have kept a financial secret from

The Hidden Cost of Ignoring Menstrual Health at Work

More and more workplaces are implementing free and readily accessible menstrual products in washrooms, though lately, there may be greater hesitation from those who usually reach for tampons. A recent study published in Environment International went viral on social media after it found that a selection of tampons from several

7 Travel Tips and Tricks for Navigating Obstacles on Your Next Journey

When a global IT outage grounded airlines worldwide in July, the faces of distress splashed across the news served as a sobering reminder of many people’s worst travel nightmares. Passengers recounted tales of sleeping in airports for two days and of canceled flight alternatives, and shared their frustration regarding a

Struggling With Sleep? These Hotels Can Help

When was the last time you had a good night’s sleep? The CDC recommends that adults between ages 18 and 60 get at least seven hours of sleep per night. However, a 2022 Gallup survey found that one in three American adults don’t get enough sleep.  James Maas, Ph.D., a

Why Sabbaticals Are Essential Breaks That Foster Personal and Professional Growth

A sabbatical, which means a break from regular duties, is becoming increasingly recognized for its profound benefits in workplaces. In the United States, the concept is mostly associated with academia, but its relevance has surged in recent times as burnout, mental health and the need for work-life balance dominate workplace

The Power of Collective Action in Promoting Children’s Education

In a world where education remains a cornerstone of progress and development, Pencils of Promise (PoP), a New York-based nonprofit organization, is removing children’s barriers to quality education. Many believe this is the foundational pathway to future opportunities and success. “Education means a lot of things. It is not just

Nurture Your Well-Being at Home: A Telehealth Roundup

Staying up to date on health care appointments is an important part of work-life balance. When you’re emotionally and physically in tune, your career productivity naturally improves. It’s a positive sign that 64% of employers intend to enhance their health and well-being offerings in 2024, according to Mercer. As companies

Premarital Money Talks: How to Talk About Finances Before Tying the Knot

More than half of married Americans and more than two-thirds of engaged Americans find it difficult to have a serious money discussion with their partner, according to a NerdWallet survey. Shatavia Thomas, a licensed marriage and family therapist, says that’s not altogether surprising. “[Money conversations] are still very much taboo.

9 Ways to Prevent Burnout at Work When You’re Feeling Stressed

Are you feeling stressed about your job and overwhelmed by your work? Experiencing continued stressors can cause you to become burned out, leaving you unable to focus on day-to-day tasks or perform them to the best of your ability. But you can take back control of your performance by identifying