Workplace cliques can harm employee morale and lead to bullying. A companys success depends on teamwork, but cliques promote otherness. Employees who arent in the group may feel like theyre less valued. MATJAZ SLANIC / Getty Images Cliques can become so powerful that they overshadow the company. Conformity Being alike can make employees feel safe, but it can also negatively affect their work. Employees need to know that creativity and authenticity are desirable....
Job dissatisfaction isstressful, particularly considering that you’ll likely spend about a third of your life working. Even when you’re certain it’s the right move, deciding to quit your job can be daunting. “The psychosocial stage we reach in middle adulthood is called ‘Generativity vs. “Without this, we feel stagnant. Bevan Goldswain / E+ / Getty Images So, how can you tell if your job isn’t helping you grow? It is important to note that growth doesn’t necessarily mean upward mobility....
TikTok and social media refer to these lifelong bonds as tenured friends. What Is a Tenured Friend? A New Tenured Friend A tenured friend doesnt necessarily need to have a decades-long history. Klaus Vedfelt / Getty Images The Benefits of Having Tenured Friends The benefits of having tenured friendships are immeasurable. Research has also suggested that three is enough to lead a fulfilling life. Look for these key signs. Still, its important to nourish and strengthen these relationships so they can blossom to their fullest potential....
After all, most kids experience temper tantrums, rule-breaking, or other behavioral challenges from time to time. Sometimes, however, these problems might indicate a more seriousbehavioral disorderor emotional problem. Outbursts can also occur in response to being tired, hungry, or frustrated. JGI / Jamie Grill / Getty Images These outbursts are usually relatively brief, and most kids gradually outgrow them once they start school. Problems Managing Emotions Another problem associated with out-of-control behavior in children is difficulty managing emotions....
However, even the greatest friendships have their sensitive spots, and sometimes that challenge isjealousy. Turner says that when you experience something positive, a jealous friend might disengage with you. Patrice Le Goy, PhD, MBA, LMFT. Fizkes / Getty Images On the other hand, they may be consistently a bit much. Social Interactions In social tweaks, jealousy can manifest dramatically. In turn, she says that you may end up finding yourself behaving defensively....
Cultura RM Exclusive / GretaMarie / Getty Images Marriage is a serious commitment intended to last a lifetime. Choosing a good partner can have a major impact on your well-being. You want to look forcertain characteristicsthat will benefit yourrelationshipin the long term. Cultura RM Exclusive / GretaMarie / Getty Images Not everyone would make a good spouse (or rather, a good spousefor you). Of course, you will also need to have these qualities yourself for be a good spouse....
In This Spotlight: Sleep is an important part of our health and well-being. In 2020, 34.8% of American adults slept less than seven hours per night on average. This is also referred to as short sleep duration. Specifically, 34.0% of women and 35.4% of men did not meet the age group recommendation. A 2016 study published in theJournal Science Advanceslooked at normal sleep schedules using smartphone data across 20 different countries....
Inside, you’ll see mountains of nerves and anxiety piling onto each other. They can make other people feel heard, validated, and seen. Dinner parties remove the pressure or need tocompete with extroverts. Verywell Mind / Stocksy In other words, everyone is sitting around one table together, taking turns talking and listening. No one is left being a wallflower sitting alone with a warm beer. There might be an awkward moment or two, sure....
So, what is floor time, and how can it improve your mental well-being? This trend has gained traction as a counterbalance to our fast-paced, hyperconnected lifestyles. On average, the patients depression scores were significantly lower after savasana. AlenaPaulus / Getty Images Even if youre not actually meditating during floor time, it feels like amindful practice. Thisshiftsthe body out offight-or-flight modeand into a state of rest and relaxation. Mindfulness practicesincluding those done outside of clinical settingscan improve mental health....
Sometimes, some of the tactics people use to increase motivation are less effective than we think. For example, sometimes visualizing success can backfire, andincentivescan sometimes make people less motivated. Fortunately, it’s possible for you to take steps to build motivation the right way. Getty Images In many cases, the answer is actually no. Giving incentives for activities that people are already driven to perform can sometimes impair motivation. It is essentially doing something for the pure enjoyment of it....
Feeling worthless can create significant distress and make it difficult to function normally in daily life. Causes of Worthlessness Feelings of worthlessness can be sparked by a number of different factors. Research has shown that these early interpersonal traumas are linked to later feelings of worthlessness. Martin Dimitrov/Getty Images Seeing Negative Events as Your Fault You may attribute negative events to your own actions or characteristics. Past Criticism You may have been criticized by others in the past....
It can leave you feeling listless, disinterested, andunmotivated to do much of anything at all. Known as anhedonia, this feeling can cause people to lose interest in activities they used to enjoy. If you feel like you’re losing interest in everything, you may be wondering what to do. Verywell / Laura Porter Here are five options, along with some potential causes of your lost of interest. We also talk about how to get help so you’re free to start to enjoy life again....
How your therapist handles this is meaningful. This is why its important to have these conversations with your therapist. These are also important topics to bring up when you aredeciding which therapist to work with. Verywell Mind / Stocksy Some of those things are: Any therapist should be able to address these topics honestly and immediately. If a therapist refuses to discuss any of these aspects of their practice, thats a red flag....
