Well-Being

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Chameleon or Badger? Adapting to Change

When it comes to change, we’re all a bit chameleon and a bit badger: Some of us embrace change and others resist it. But the healthiest strategy is to balance the two approaches. Here are tips on doing that.

Saying “No” to Reclaim and Protect Your Boundaries

It’s important to set boundaries — learn to say “no” — to protect your mental and emotional health. Here are tips on knowing what boundaries are appropriate, how to speak confidently and how to offer alternative options.

Nature’s Remedy: How You Can Combat Burnout and Boost Well-Being 

In our modern world, we’re often caught up in the whirlwind of thoughts, plans, and to-do lists. Our minds race from one task to the next, rarely pausing to tune in to the wisdom of our bodies. We become disconnected from the subtle cues and signals that our bodies are constantly sending us – the… Read more »

5 In-Demand Skills for Modern Government Workers

Modern government employees need five in-demand skills to stay relevant, said a government workforce expert at the October 2024 NextGen professional development virtual summit. Here’s what they are and why they matter.

Unearthing Your Worth: A Guide for Public Servants

As public servants, you dedicate your careers to making a difference. Whether you’re shaping policies or providing essential services, your work matters. Yet the complexities of government, with its pressures and demands, can make it easy to forget your own inherent worth. In this blog post, let’s rediscover that worth, cultivate confidence, and experience trueRead… Read more »