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September 2023

Building More Belonging

Fitting in feels good and, deep down, it’s what we all want. Belonging to a group — whether at work or within our family or other special interests — satisfies our innate need for connection. Feelings of connection stimulate personal growth, fulfillment, and overall happiness. Discover the importance of belonging and what you can do to make others at work and in your community feel more included.

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Anxiety, Stress, and Resilience



Gift Yourself a Break This Holiday Season

During the holidays, calendars fill up, family members visit, and we spend, volunteer, travel, and eat more than usual. Do things differently this year with a few simple strategies to help you manage seasonal pressure and anxiety and take good care of yourself.

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Persevering Under Pressure

The ability to rise above obstacles and overcome the unforeseen is an important quality that can mean the difference between stopping short and achieving success. It isn’t always easy to muscle through life’s adversities, but you can learn the skills you need to brave what tomorrow may bring.

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Raising Resilient Children

Children aren’t naturally resilient, they learn to be. Help your kids persevere and gain the skills to handle uncertainty, problem-solve, and make decisions with confidence.

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Realize Your Resilience

Stress is a daily challenge and can pop up anywhere. Ramp up your resilience and be ready at any turn with these stress-hardy suggestions.

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Worry Less

While feeling anxious is a normal reaction to stress, for some of us, it’s the norm. Here’s what you need to know about anxiety and how to prevent it from being a daily deterrent that keeps you from the things and people you love.

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Attending to Aging Loved Ones

While we understand that aging is an inevitable aspect of life, we tend to think of it in terms of the distant future when considering the prospect of becoming a caregiver. Unfortunately, getting older doesn’t just happen in one day and caregiving often sneaks up slowly over time.

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Being There

When someone we love or care about is struggling, going through a hard time, or grieving in some way, it's natural to want to help and comfort them. What isn’t always natural is knowing what it means to truly be there for someone. Before rushing in to help, learn how to offer support in a compassionate way and discover the value of companionship.

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Caregiving: Your Shared Journey

Tending to the needs of someone you love can be a rewarding experience, but constantly focusing on another’s needs sometimes comes at the expense of your own well-being. Make caregiving less taxing and discover ways to take care of them and yourself while enjoying your time together.

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Making Conflict a Conversation

Disagreements are inevitable. Turn an argument into a conversation and debate with grace and respect for a more productive outcome.

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Upgrade Your Social Skills

How we communicate has changed quite a bit over the years, but the importance of good communication hasn’t. Strengthen your social and communication skills and connect more meaningfully.

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The Flourishing Family

The way family members interact with, relate to, love, and support one another contributes to the overall dynamic. Form better bonds, improve communication, and watch your family thrive.

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Identifying the Signs of Abuse

Although we typically think of abuse as involving some element of physically violent or aggressive behavior that results in bodily harm, this isn’t always the case. Abuse and violence can occur in many forms and the evidence isn’t always visible.

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Keeping an Eye on Kids' Mental Health

As your child develops, it’s normal for their behavior, emotions, and abilities to change over time. At times, though, it can be hard to know whether what’s different about them is normal, just a phase, or a more serious mental health concern. Know what to look out for and when to seek help.

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Supporting Your Child in School

Each new school year potentially brings about challenges for students and parents. Educate yourself about how kids learn, their challenges, and what to do if your child struggles.

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Be Social Security Savvy

Your Social Security benefits are more than just a line item on your earnings statement. Let’s find out what you can do now to ensure you and your family can live the life you’ve always imagined.

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The Finance Fight

Some say it isn’t polite to discuss money, yet it’s one of the most friction-inducing topics among couples. Your EAP can help you have an open, honest conversation about finances before it costs you your relationship.

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Financial Fitness in a Volatile Climate

Times are tumultuous and knowing what to do with your money might be unclear right now. Feel better about your future with some basic strategies that safeguard your finances in any environment.

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Financial Health FAQ

Check in with your financial know-how and get answers to frequently asked questions about credit, budgeting, and saving for your future.

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Financial Literacy for the Federal Employee

With the help of the EAP’s financial services program, you can get the expert assistance and guidance you need to improve your financial literacy, make smart decisions, confidently plan for your future, and maximize your money.

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Insuring Your Future

Life insurance is an essential element of financial planning, yet many of us may not fully understand or take advantage of the benefits. With knowledge of the basics, you’ll see why life insurance is an important consideration when planning for your family’s financial future.

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Lock in Your Legacy

Estate planning is about more than distributing assets after you die. Protect your property, your family, and your wishes with an organized plan.

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Make a Play to Get Out of Debt

To win the game against debt, you need to know the rules and show up to practice. Huddle up with a few trick plays to help you sack debt, stay out of the red zone, and get your finances into victory formation.

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Recalculate Your Financial Prowess

You don’t need to be an accountant to be skilled at managing your money, you just need to be financially literate. Save and invest with confidence, make better financial decisions, and escape future money mistakes by educating yourself on the basics.

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Retirement FAQ

Reexamine your retirement with answers to frequently asked questions (FAQ) about when to retire, how much money you’ll need, and what to include in your plan.

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Social Security Benefits FAQ

Get answers to frequently asked questions about how Social Security works, when to apply, and what it means for you and your family’s financial future.

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Stabilize Your Finances for an In-Flux Future

With a cloudy financial forecast, it’s important to have an umbrella on hand to shelter your finances and future from being left without cover in the rain.

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Life After Loss

Dealing with loss — whether it’s a loved one, pet, relationship, home, or job — is almost never easy. Life can change the moment we lose them, so we experience some type of grief. Discover how to acknowledge your feelings, take care of yourself, and cope with the adjustment.

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Do What You Love. Love What You Do.

It’s a common misconception that living life to its fullest may require overhauling your personal life or drastically changing your career. In reality, it’s more about feeling more satisfied each day. Keep reading for simple tactics to help you discover your passions and start doing more of what makes you happy.

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Making Happiness a Daily Decision

We all strive to be happy. In fact, much of what we do each day is driven by the desire to be happier. What we don’t always realize, however, is that much of what we do to bring about more happiness, and even our view of what that looks like, can often have the opposite effect.

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Opt for More Optimism

Positivity has been linked to better life satisfaction and happiness. Discover how to improve your outlook and enjoy a more fulfilled life.

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The Invisible Illness

Many health conditions and their symptoms are evident, either because they're physically visible or because they can be verified through biopsies, scans, or other medical tests. Mental health illnesses, however, aren’t always as obvious. With millions of people in the U.S. affected by mental illness each year, breaking the stigma is imperative.

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Keeping an Eye on Kids' Mental Health

As your child develops, it’s normal for their behavior, emotions, and abilities to change over time. At times, though, it can be hard to know whether what’s different about them is normal, just a phase, or a more serious mental health concern. Know what to look out for and when to seek help.

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The Importance of Emotional Self-Awareness

Emotions can sometimes get the best of us. With these tips from your Employee Assistance Program (EAP), you can begin to identify how you’re feeling in the moment, adjust your reactions, and experience life with more balance, intention, and empathy.

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Living an Intentional Lifestyle

Most of us move through each day reacting to the things, people, and situations we encounter. We perform tasks and make decisions, giving little or no thought to what we’re doing, how we’re doing it, and most importantly, why. What if instead of letting life happen to you each day, you chose to make each day mean something to you?

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The Truth About Self-Care

We often hear or read about self-care and its many science-backed benefits, but what self-care really is and looks like may surprise you, and with a better understanding, you can begin to take care of yourself in more meaningful and effective ways.

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Tap Into Your Talents

We all feel pressure to be perfect at times. Instead of fixating on what you aren’t great at, shift your focus to your strengths and unique skills, and leverage what you are good at to achieve real success.

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Understanding Addictive Behavior

The path from habit to addiction is typically gradual. An activity that begins as an outlet or a form of comfort can become compulsive, difficult to manage, and interfere with relationships, work, and daily life. Recognize the signs of addictive behaviors and disrupt harmful patterns.

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What to Know Now About Opioids

Opioid addiction continues to be a major health issue in the United States. Get the latest data, risk factors, and information on where to turn for help for yourself or someone you care about.

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Gelling the Generations: Tips for Finding Common Ground

There are many benefits to working on a diverse team, but generational differences can sometimes present challenges. Here are some tips to help you remain united and work better together toward a common goal.

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Keep Workplace Bullies at Bay

Kids aren’t the only ones who experience bullies. People who aim to intimidate, harm, or prey on others they perceive as vulnerable are all around us, even at work. Learn how to identify bullying behavior in the workplace, what you can do, and where to turn for help.

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Reignite Your Passion and Avoid Burnout

At the start of a new job, we tend to be energized, eager, and gratified by our work and contributions to the agency. Over time, workloads increase and we become overwhelmed, stressed, or no longer challenged by or interested in the work. This can lead to burnout. Find out whether you’re at risk and what you can do about it.

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Staying Happy and Healthy While Working from Home

Telecommuting has its advantages but can also leave you feeling disorganized and disconnected at times. Discover how to feel and do your best while working remotely.

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