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Staring at a bright screen while in unnatural positions can hurt your posture, eyes and sleep, among other things. Fortunately, there are some tools and tricks to keep working at home from harming your health too much. More
I’ve always struggled with my weight—I’ll be the first to admit it. But for me, the most frustrating part of my fluctuating weight has always been seeing how differently I am treated depending on what end of the scale I happen to be near at any given time. More
Hey, it’s Monday. So I understand that you may be feeling a little…well…low. But, as Glamour‘s Vitamin G blog pointed out this morning, there’s new research out of Japan that may offer you a little bit of mental relief–and actually make you a better worker. Cute animals! Cute animals are the solution. And because we at Blisstree love you and want you to be your most efficient, awesome, inspired self, we’ve selflessly gathered eight pictures of puppies and kitties to boost your mood. More
Earlier this month, wonk/lady hero Rachel Maddow received quite a bit of attention when she admitted in Rolling Stone that she suffers from what she called “cyclical depression.” In the profile, Maddow was candid about something that many individuals struggling with depression and bipolar disorder have a hard time opening up about: How feeling low can impact motivation, focus, and the ability to do one’s job. Because, unlike other diseases or ailments, when it comes to the workplace, depression is still pretty largely misunderstood. More
Today, it is May. Which, aside from bringing some relief to allergy sufferers (hopefully) also mean’s it’s Employee Health and Fitness Month. But some companies take the health and fitness of their employees seriously all year round–and we think that deserves some praise. More
When you hate your job, the only thing better than 5 p.m. (or whenever your shift ends) is probably your lunch break. And if you’re using unhealthy treats to comfort yourself after a particularly crappy day at work, you’re not alone–according to a new study by Finnish scientists, women who are unhappy at work are more likely to turn to emotional eating to feel better. In other news, the sky is blue. More
I once worked with a woman who suffered from an eating disorder. In a small office that shared just one bathroom and in such close quarters, it was hard to ignore. A few of us often discussed approaching her and offering a support system, but we never mustered the courage to do so. Her bulimia was blatant and affected everyone in the office in one way or another. After she absolved all her sick days and could no longer function at the level she once had, she quit. It will always bother me that I never spoke to her about it, that I never even tried to get through to her when the truth was staring me in the face.
While the percentage of the adult population suffering from an eating disorder is fairly low, it still exists. In the U.S., .6% suffer from anorexia nervosa, 1% are bulimic, and 2.8% deal with some form of a binge eating illness. Eating disorders, if not treated, can be deadly. Although most suffer in private too ashamed to admit to their problem, if an employee or coworker is showing signs of an eating disorder, it’s the responsibility of the office to step in and help. Not only do healthy workers make for a happy, productive office environment, but more importantly, the health issue is at stake. More
If you don’t want to be fired, don’t gossip about your co-workers. Or wear deodorant. Or grow a beard. Or eat popcorn. You heard me. These are some of the rules imposed on office employees, and technically, bosses have every right to do so. More
Uncivilized behavior in the workplace doesn’t just put everyone on edge, a new study shows that workplace altercations actually affect the way workers perform. And you don’t have to be directly involved in a squabble to feel the effects of … More
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Yes, we know that some people have awesome smartphones that put our basic flip-phones to shame, but are email signatures indicating the $300+ device they were sent on really necessary? We’ve all seen them: “Sent from my Verizon Wireless Blackberry”, … More
Taking a half-day off to volunteer sounds like a cakewalk compared to an afternoon stuck in your cube. The added benefits? It could even improve your job performance. A University of Florida study showed that workers who have permission to … More
Telecommuting to work is a big trend: It’s the cheaper, greener, and affords workers more time at home with families, instead of in a car or on a train. Whether you are part of a company that is based across … More
Whether you’re returning from maternity leave, making a career change, or re-entering the workforce after several years off, you need to make sure your skills are up to the job. Going back to work takes work. Work It If you … More
