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Self-Care or Self-Sabotage?

“It’s okay—it’s self-care.” How many of us have used this justification to indulge in a less-than-healthy behavior or activity that produces short-term pleasure, offsetting the anxiety and discomfort of stress? The problem is that many such acts of “self-care” can put you at risk for self-sabotage.

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Delegate More to Stress Less

Delegating is an essential way to reduce stress, yet we often struggle with passing on responsibilities to others. Let’s explore five common limiting beliefs—thoughts and convictions that create self-imposed barriers—that hold us back from delegating.

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Take a New View

Okay. You did what you could to prevent a particular stressful situation from arising, but it’s here, and now you need to manage it. It’s easy to be overwhelmed by the enormity of a challenge, which can leave you somewhat paralyzed—One tactic recommended by psychological experts is to reframe the issue.

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Plan to De-stress

Much of your work-related stress likely stems from the unexpected crises that arise and hijack your day. The key word here is “unexpected.” The very definition of the word would seem to preempt any kind of proactive approach. But what if you could plan for your unplanned crises?

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The Art of Saying “No”

Saying “no,” can often be a challenge. It takes courage and self-discipline, but in the end, it allows us to say “yes” to what matters most. Here are some reasons why saying “no” is so difficult, and tactics to overcome them.

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Loosening the Ties That Bind

If you’re a caregiver for a loved one—kids, parents, partner, friend or anyone in between—it can be easy to get overwhelmed. Here are some strategies you can adopt that will help you avoid burning out.

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Calm, Cool, Connected Conversations

Discover how embracing the four components of Calm, Cool and Connected Conversations can help you engage in more productive and less stressful conversations.

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You Can Design on a Dime

Savvy strategies for refreshing your school cafeteria without breaking the budget, with a step-by-step guide to starting a cafeteria renovation, as well as ideas on how to upgrade your space depending on your budget.

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Designs on Facility Design Success

10 tips for maximizing your collaboration with a foodservice design consultant.

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The Most Wanted List

Discover some of the equipment, tools, furnishings and décor school nutrition operators covet to help elevate their meal programs.

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