Posted on June 14, 2019 by worklife

It’s Friday Funny!  Time for a laugh!              

Posted on June 13, 2019 by worklife

The REACH method teaches how to overcome lingering bad feelings toward someone who did you wrong. Almost everyone has experienced being wronged by someone. It could be a former co-worker, friend, or family member. But hanging on to those negative feelings can do great harm to your health. “Forgiving a person who has wronged you […]

Posted on June 12, 2019 by worklife

Led by Men’s Health Network, representatives from six leading men’s health organizations around the world met at the 2nd World Congress on Men’s Health in Vienna, Austria in 2002 and resolved to work together to launch International Men’s Health Week (IMHW). The goal is to increase awareness of male health issues on a global level […]

Posted on June 11, 2019 by worklife

by Kaitlyn McLintock We all try to live an active lifestyle—whether that’s going to the gym a few times a week, flowing through a yoga class, or trekking around in the great outdoors. But sometimes we’re too short on time (or, let’s be real, motivation) to head into a crowded workout studio or expose ourselves […]

Posted on June 10, 2019 by worklife

What are the risks of sitting too much? Answer From Edward R. Laskowski, M.D. When you sit, you use less energy than you do when you stand or move. Research has linked sitting for long periods of time with a number of health concerns. They include obesity and a cluster of conditions — increased blood pressure, […]

Posted on June 7, 2019 by worklife

Have a fabulous weekend!    

Posted on June 6, 2019 by worklife

Remember, the maximum leave carryover limit will go into effect on January 9, 2020 for University and Academic Professionals. Is your leave balance above the maximum carryover limit? [View your leave balance at myVCU and work with your manager to take leave.] So……now’s the perfect time to plan your Summer vacation! Did you know that VCU employees have access […]

Posted on June 5, 2019 by worklife

Practicing mindfulness can help you to be fully present and more self aware. And, it can help you to raise awareness of the world around you. Mindfulness can also help you notice when you’re spending too much time thinking about the past or the future. You may discover that this is keeping you from living […]

Posted on June 4, 2019 by worklife

Here Is Why We Need To Talk About Bullying In The Work Place Dr. Pragya Agarwal Contributor Creative Strategist, Social Entrepreneur, Mental Health Campaigner Recent studies have shown that workplace bullying is on the rise. Research has proven that almost 75% of employees surveyed had been affected by workplace bullying. The 2017 US Workplace Bullying Survey showed that […]

Posted on June 3, 2019 by worklife