Tag: social support
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Who’s in my bubble?
Double your bubble. Gatherings of two to six people are okay. Social circles of ten are allowed. These are some of the messages public health and government officials have used as COVID-19 restrictions relax. And welcome ones after months of lock downs. But it begs the question a lot of people have been asking themselves,…
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Five Ways to Improve Your Fitness Without Knowing It
If you wish you could improve your fitness and be in better shape, you’re in good company. More than 75% of people feel that being in shape is important. And why not, being in better shape gives you more energy during the day, makes you stronger and maybe even makes you look better. It also…
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If you want to exercise (or diet or stop smoking), surround yourself with people who are doing it.
Ever have a best friend and after a few years find yourself talking, and even dressing alike? Has anyone ever told you you’re just like your mother or father? Not just in looks, in actions too. Perhaps you’ve seen those couples who buy matching jackets or tracksuits and wear them at the same time (maybe…
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What I Learned After Spending a Year Working at Home
For all of 2017 I was on sabbatical. Since I didn’t go away like many of my colleagues do, I spent a lot of time at home in front of the computer. It was quite liberating, being able to work from home, get to snack or go for a walk whenever I wanted, and put…