Thanksgiving is a complicated holiday, both in its history and mythology and in its current reality. Traditionally, Thanksgiving is about uniting with family and taking a day to celebrate what we have. In practice, many folks stress about—even dread—the time with family and the awkward interactions
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Tis the Season for EQ – FREE Holiday Webinar
The 2024 Holiday season is upon us! The holiday season is fast approaching, and with it comes a mix of joy, stress, and emotionally-charged conversations. EQ (Emotional Intelligence) gives us a powerful toolkit to help us navigate these challenges with greater ease. Whether you are a seasoned EQ
Wisdom Weekly: The Stress Management Composite
As we explore change, we must acknowledge that with change comes stress. And accepting change also implies adapting to it. You can’t control what happens to you, but you can control how you react. As often as this saying is repeated, it’s much easier said than done. In the thick of bad news, being
Wisdom Weekly: Halloween and the Scariest Thing of All: Change!
Hello and Happy Halloween to all our OKA friends! Change can be scary. It is frequently disruptive and out-of-the-blue. When change is random or out of your control, it requires you to delay or abandon made plans or cherished routines. Sometimes these changes are irritating but low-stakes. For
Wisdom Weekly: Changing Seasons and Change Style Indicator
The chill in the air lets us know that Autumn is finally here. Kids are back to school; weather cools down; leaves start to turn, and we start making plans to see family and friends. It’s easy to see why so many people associate Autumn with change. With this in mind, this blog edition revolves