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Month: February 2016

There is No Glory in Being Busy

February 22, 2016

While we can associate many positive things with being busy, such as productivity, achievement, efficiency and dedication, it seems that busyness actually undermines some of these qualities. When we try to cram too much into our lives we begin to see stress, anxiety, diminished performance, compromised quality and burnout. But in a culture where being busy … More There is No Glory in Being Busy

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I’m An Introvert…Get Me Out of Here!

February 8, 2016

There is no question that the world we live in seems better designed for extroverts, and this is becoming increasingly so. As time seems to speed up around us, leaving little if any time for quietude or reflection, the needs of introverts are going unmet. Schools and other educational settings are changing the way curriculum … More I’m An Introvert…Get Me Out of Here!

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