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The keys to having better political conversations are: empathy and respect.

Sometimes daily stress or burn out could interfere with our ability to engage in critical thinking or focus on solutions. If you would like to improve your critical thinking skills, problem solving skills, or need to address any personal or work-related issue, feel free to contact Employee Counseling Services:

The news and current events can affect us all differently. It's OK to take a break sometimes.

Holidays can be wonderful, but they can also trigger different emotions depending on your experiences, perspectives, and current family or social situation. Some people may feel a high stress level during the holidays due to family or work commitments, financial issues, grief, health or other issues. Remember that stress is…

Take a break from technology. Nourish your creative side. Set boundaries. Get plenty of sleep. Tips for burnout prevention from licensed mental health counsellor Dana Scoville, Ph.D.

Learning and practicing assertive communication skills could improve your relationships with family, friends, and colleagues.

You can't change the fact that highly stressful events happen, but you can change how you interpret and respond to these events.

Evidence-based strategies for coping with change.