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Expert Explained: What is Self-Sabotage
People who regularly engage in self-sabotage create obstacles for themselves that often affect their quality of life and self-esteem.
Diana Dashkevich stress career mental health Psychology 16 October 2023
Stressed teachers don't like their jobs: A new study on job satisfaction and stress
It's hard to work under pressure even if you really love your job. A new study from the University of Missouri explains why many teachers in the United States are feeling stressed and leaving their jobs.
Kate Yakimchuk research teaching stress Psychology 12 October 2023
No play no fun: A new study on work and happiness
We all need both work and rest to live a balanced life, and neglecting one of them can affect your mental health. A new study claims that people who focus too much on achieving things rather than enjoying themselves feel less happy the next day.
Kate Yakimchuk research happiness Psychology 8 October 2023
Good to Know: How to Take Breaks at Work Correctly
A study published in PLOS One found that short breaks help workers have more energy and feel less fatigued. But that's not all.
Diana Dashkevich relax burnout mental health Psychology 6 October 2023
Parents need to understand digital world better: A new study on parenting
A new study suggests that parents should learn more about how social media works, especially the complex algorithms it uses. These algorithms affect what content their children see online.
Kate Yakimchuk research parents gadgets stress Psychology 5 October 2023
Concentration issues: Psychologist's advice
Lots of people these days find it hard to concentrate on something - there are simply too many distractions around. Meanwhile, to stay efficient and hardworking, you have to manage that problem and work on your concentration - but how?
Kate Yakimchuk concentration tips Psychology 24 September 2023
Working not hard enough: Psychologist's advice
Lots of people feel like they don't work hard enough, even when they succeed - and that's a product of hustle culture that tells us to work as hard and as much as we can. If you're constantly unhappy about how much you work, but there are no objective reasons for that, then it's time to change your mindset.
Kate Yakimchuk tiredness motivation pressure Psychology 10 September 2023
How to be more productive: It's time to focus on work
Being an effective worker isn't easy - you need to know how to stay focused to perform better. Becoming more productive involves adopting strategies and habits that help you manage your time, tasks, and energy efficiently.
Kate Yakimchuk productivity tips Psychology 10 September 2023
Find pleasure daily in little things: A new study on how pleasant experiences increase your work performance
While some people perform better under pressure, others need relaxing and pleasant experiences to stay effective. A recent study has revealed that everyday pleasures like listening to music and drinking coffee can positively impact brain activity, ultimately enhancing cognitive performance, especially in tasks that demand concentration and memory.
Kate Yakimchuk research happiness productivity Psychology 9 September 2023
How our dreams affect our work: A new study on correlation between dreams and work behavior
New research from the University of Notre Dame reveals the impact of recalling dreams on individuals' work behavior and emotions. The study, titled "A Spillover Model of Dreams and Work Behavior: How Dream Meaning Ascription Promotes Awe and Employee Resilience," shows that when people connect their dreams to their waking lives, it can alter their thoughts, feelings, and actions at work.
Kate Yakimchuk research workplace sleep Psychology 3 September 2023
Reduce your work-related stress: Tips that might help
Reducing stress at work is crucial for maintaining your well-being and productivity. You can't completely avoid stressful situations, but you can learn to manage your stress better.
Kate Yakimchuk stress tips Psychology 28 August 2023
What to do when your friend has lost their job: Supporting your friends
Losing a job can be a pretty traumatizing period of a person's life, and it's time when they need support from their friends. Supporting a friend who has lost their job can be a meaningful and compassionate gesture during a challenging time.
Kate Yakimchuk support friendship Psychology 14 August 2023
Advice from a Psychologist: How to Develop Self-Discipline
Self-discipline is a great tool for personal development. It helps both to get rid of something unnecessary, for example, a bad habit, and to accustom yourself to something that can change life for the better.
Diana Dashkevich self-control mental health facts Psychology 12 August 2023
Psychologist's Advice: Why It's Important to Balance Your Personal Life and Work
Maintaining a work-life balance among employees can help increase loyalty to the company, increase productivity and engagement, strengthen the reputation of the organization, reduce the number of sick days and absenteeism.
Diana Dashkevich relax balance facts mental health Psychology 10 August 2023
You can't be productive all the time: How workers lose their productivity before weekend
Have you ever noticed how hard it is to concentrate on work in Fridays? Researchers at Texas A&M University conducted a study showing objective evidence that employees are less active and more prone to mistakes on Friday afternoons, representing the lowest point of worker productivity.
Kate Yakimchuk research workplace productivity Psychology 4 August 2023
Tips from a Psychologist: How to start communicating in a new team
On the first day, the main thing is to be introduced to those with whom you will have to communicate most often and work in close cooperation. Try to remember them. Even better, write down briefly who is called and who is responsible for what. If you have not been introduced, do not hesitate to come up and get to know yourself.
Diana Dashkevich studying communication advices Psychology 1 August 2023
Advice from a Psychologist: How to Overcome Professional Burnout
In the article we will talk about the causes, struggle and prevention of professional burnout.
Diana Dashkevich burnout stress advices facts mental health Psychology 30 July 2023
Depressed people tend to work less: A new study
People diagnosed with mental illnesses tend to lose lots of years of work, a new study claims. Different diagnoses cause different numbers of missed years in average, and these numbers are higher than we used to think.
Kate Yakimchuk research depression anxiety Psychology 26 July 2023
Psychologist Tips: How to Deal with Difficult People
According to the American Stress Institute, 83% of US workers suffer from work-related stress.
Diana Dashkevich communication stress advices Psychology 25 July 2023
We need three weekends instead of two: A new study shows that people should rest more to stay effective
Proper rest is vital for everyone who wants to stay effective and productive at work, a new study claims. While most people work 5/2, it can be way more beneficial to work 4/3.
Kate Yakimchuk weekend relax research Psychology 16 July 2023