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This year, resolve to raise your retirement saving game
If you’re sticking to your New Year’s resolutions, you deserve a pat on the back. According to one survey,1 it takes an average of just 32 days before people give up on a resolution — and 68% of people say they give up on their resolutions even earlier than that. Why...
Healthy snack tips
Snack time doesn’t always have to mean chips and cookies: Eating healthy snacks can be fun too! Did you know that consuming two to six cups of fruits and vegetables a day can boost your immune system and allow you to live a longer, healthier life? Read on to find out...
Pack a healthy lunch
If you find yourself stressing over what to pack for lunch here are some tips on how to pack a balanced lunch that actually makes sense! Start with including all food groups. Make sure you include all the MyPlate groups to ensure you’re getting at least one serving of...
Healthy eating tips
It’s easy to feel bombarded by the latest healthy eating trend or buzzworthy ingredient. But good nutrition is really about consistently choosing healthy foods and beverages. With healthy eating patterns, it’s possible to enjoy food and beverages that reflect your...
Nutrition 101
Do you know what constitutes a healthy diet? A healthy diet provides your body with all of the essential nutrients it needs and includes a variety of foods. Here are some nutrition basics to help get you started on your path to better eating habits. Healthy Eating...
Deep breathing
It may sound surprising, but most people do not breathe properly. Natural breathing involves your diaphragm, a large muscle in your abdomen. When you breathe in, your belly should expand. When you breathe out, your belly should fall. Over time, people forget how to...
How to bounce back from challenges
“There are no disasters, only opportunities. And, indeed, opportunities for fresh disasters.” – Boris Johnson Since childhood, we have heard stories about individuals overcoming unthinkable circumstances–disasters no one believed they could and coming out...
10 ways to build resilience
A key to building resilience is identifying ways that will likely work well for you as part of your personal strategy. Make connections. Good relationships with close family members, friends or others are essential. Accepting help and support from those who care...
Building resilience
What is resilience? Resilience refers to the ability to successfully adapt to stressors, maintaining psychological wellbeing in the face of adversity. It's the ability to recover from difficult experiences. Resilience is not a trait that people either have or...
New relationships in the new year
Do you resolve to expand your social circle in 2024? Whether you’re hoping to meet entirely new contacts or reconnect with old friends and enhance your relationships, everyone can benefit from learning how to strengthen bonds. Here are some tips to help you build,...