How does your EQ measure up? Ever felt deflated by a co-worker’s harmful remarks? Mystified by a family member’s passive aggressiveness? Fumed over a friend’s flair for creating chaos? A lack of emotional intelligence could be the reason. An education in emotions Emotional intelligence is the ability to notice, express and discern what we’re feeling. …
3 free and fast exercises Two main barriers to exercise are time and money. But this quick workout doesn’t require equipment, and can be done anywhere: a gym, a park or a small room will do! You have to create time for you, because no one else will. This can sometimes mean finding 10 minutes in a …
Think large for fast, nutritious meals Preparing nourishing meals from scratch can eat up a chunk of your day. That’s why it’s time to say hello to a cooking method that requires some upfront effort but pays significant dividends down the road. We’re speaking of ye olde batch cooking. Carve out some time on a …
Do you know the truth? We all like to think we’re well educated when it comes to healthy eating. But with the glut of information coming from all directions, it would be a miracle if we didn’t make the occasional misstep. Read on for some surprising, but very common, misconceptions. Faux pas #1: Skipping fruit …
Tips to soothe and soften We may be getting close to springtime, but many of us are still dealing with winter air and whipping winds that dry out our bodies from head to toe. Here are some tips to help you sport soft, glowing skin. 1. Be sun savvy Sunscreen isn’t just for balmy beach …
