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Knowledge is power—especially when it comes to your well-being. Our blog, updated monthly, is your go-to resource for research, tips, and guidance through the complexities of personal and professional well-being.
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September 1, 2024
The Truth About Alcohol: What Science Says About Safe Drinking Habits
Alcohol is so ingrained in our culture and social norms that we hardly notice how prevalent it is—until we start paying attention. From happy hours with coworkers to wine-and-paint nights,...Read More
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October 1, 2023
Mastering Motivation: The Science of Staying Driven at Work
We all have a perpetual resident on our to-do list. You may wait until the mood strikes to tackle the pesky task. Motivation, the catalyst for action and achievement, often...Read More
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January 4, 2021
Harnessing the Power of Positivity
Before the clock struck midnight on January 1st, many of us sipped one last drink, smoked one last cigarette, or binged one last decadent dessert before buckling down towards self-betterment...Read More
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January 13, 2025
EAP is a Well-Being Benefit: 10 Ways to Incorporate EAP into Your Wellness Strategy
This blog post is by Johanna Dunlevy, Wellness and Marketing Manager at EFR. The year was 1999. President Clinton’s impeachment trial dominated headlines, the tragic shooting at Columbine High School...Read More
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January 3, 2025
The Cost of Staying the Same
New Year’s resolutions are an invitation to imagine a better life, a better version of you, waiting on the other side of the calendar. But as January fades, the initial...Read More
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October 29, 2024
Political Talk in the Workplace: How to Weigh In or Opt Out
In the aftermath of a contentious presidential election, it’s almost impossible to escape political buzz. The news cycle and social media are dominated by divisive headlines—and the chatter often spills...Read More
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October 17, 2024
Why Emotional Intelligence is Critical for Leaders
Emotions are a powerful force. Neuroscience shows that they deeply influence how you perceive the world, reason, learn, and solve problems. Essentially, how you feel directly shapes your thoughts, which...Read More
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October 1, 2024
EFR: 60 Years Later…
Let’s journey back to where it all began… The year is 1964. Martin Luther King, Jr. won the Nobel Peace Prize “for his non-violent struggle for civil rights for the...Read More
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September 1, 2024
The Truth About Alcohol: What Science Says About Safe Drinking Habits
Alcohol is so ingrained in our culture and social norms that we hardly notice how prevalent it is—until we start paying attention. From happy hours with coworkers to wine-and-paint nights,...Read More
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August 1, 2024
Coping with Anticipatory Grief: How to Stay Present
Sometimes grief arrives before the actual loss. You might be on the verge of divorce or watching a loved one’s terminal illness progress, feeling the pain of an impending loss....Read More
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July 17, 2024
EAP and Early Intervention: How Managers Can Help Employees Before Performance Slips
You don’t have to be your team’s therapist, but showing you care by guiding a struggling employee to support through their EAP can prevent issues from escalating down the road....Read More
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July 1, 2024
Eat Smart, Feel Better: Nutritional Choices that Boost Gut and Brain Health
Blog post written by Susie Roberts, MS, RDN, LD. Susie is a trainer with Employee & Family Resources. Gut health is grabbing headlines and piquing scientists’ interest— and for good...Read More
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June 3, 2024
How to Raise Financially Responsible Children: Tips to Cultivate Good Savings and Spending Habits
This blog post is by Nick Hemsted, Financial Advisor at Legacy Financial Group. As a financial advisor and father of two, I understand the importance of equipping our children with...Read More
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May 3, 2024
How Counseling Helps You Thrive
Feeling overwhelmed by life’s challenges? You’re certainly not alone. From relationship issues to job stresses or coping with loss, facing these issues on your own can be tough. But there’s...Read More
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April 5, 2024
Leading with Mental Health in Mind
As a leader, you’ve most likely received training on the technicalities of your job. But this rarely includes guidance on one of your most critical roles: supporting the well-being of...Read More