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Productivity Methods: Which Ones Work Best for You?
Productivity Methods: Which Ones Work Best for You?

Have you been struggling to stay productive or get things done recently? Well, you’re not alone! This time of year when temperatures continue to drop, we spend countless hours of the day inside. This blog will introduce and discuss the following three productivity methods: The Pomodoro Method, the Getting Things Done (GTD) Method, and The Seinfeld Approach.

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Drying Out: Alcohol’s Effects on the Body
Drying Out: Alcohol’s Effects on the Body

Alcohol. That’s a word that will quickly grab the attention of many members of our society. Have you considered enjoying improved living habits at different times all throughout the year, as opposed to just at the beginning of a new year?

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The Power of Pets
The Power of Pets

When it comes to mental health, research proves that there are many benefits behind pet ownership and interaction. Although most pet owners are often clear about how much the companionship adds to their lives, the physical and mental benefits aren’t as visible.

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Survival of the Fittest, Part 2: The Brain, Exercise and Depression
Survival of the Fittest, Part 2: The Brain, Exercise and Depression

Research has shown that individuals that are clinically depressed are more frequently less fit and “have diminished physical work capacity on the order of 80-90% of age-predicted norms.”

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