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As we move into November and the second month of the government shutdown, the stress and anxiety can feel incredibly difficult day-in and day-out. Our routines have been upended and our days can feel long. By the time you’re reading this, the government may be open again (here’s hoping!) and we can get back to work. But it’s always helpful...

Strong leadership within an organization is important under the best of circumstances, but in times of uncertainty, it’s absolutely essential. This year has really put leaders to the test, as they try to help team members navigate change while still attempting to get work done. But understanding the psychological and emotional impact of uncertainty on teams is crucial for effective...

During uncertain times, team members look to leaders for support and guidance to overcome the challenges thrown at them. It takes a strong leader to be adaptive, not just reactive, when it seems like every day brings a fresh set of changes. It can be particularly difficult for new leaders, who may be dealing with all of this for the...

While chaos, layoffs and agency restructuring have dominated the headlines for months, there is a new day-to-day reality for many federal workers: the return to the office. It’s a reversal of the remote work schedule so many of us had become accustomed to. Where we once established a greater work/life balance, enjoyed a more flexible schedule and often had better...

The transition back to in-office work brings a unique set of challenges, especially for those who experienced a long period of remote work. The shift to an in-person work environment can feel overwhelming, whether it's adjusting to new routines, balancing work with life or dealing with the emotional impact of change. The first step in managing this stress is acknowledging...

The stressors of the past several months have caused many of us to feel like we’re in fight or flight mode. Perhaps you’ve noticed that you’re having difficulty making decisions or having issues with your short-term memory. Or maybe you’re feeling numb and disassociated and have trouble finding motivation. All of these feelings are signs that you’re living in survival...

With everything going on in your work life right now, does it sometimes feel like you’re trying to walk through quick sand? Do you barely have the energy to make it through the day, often feeling on edge and exhausted? The cloud of uncertainty you’re living under right now may have caused a shift from feeling like you’re thriving to...

With all up the upheaval in our professional lives, waking up in a “bad mood” can feel like an everyday occurrence. It can make us want to hide and isolate ourselves from friends, family and life in general. We may not even be aware at how much negativity has affected our day-to-day thinking. Negativity can feel like a vicious cycle:...

Change and uncertainty have been constants in our professional lives for the past several months and it can be incredibly difficult to deal with day-in and day-out. It can make us feel very discouraged and cynical and we may feel like it’s impossible to break the cycle of negative thinking. Did you know that we have about 50,000 spontaneous thoughts,...

When you picture your retirement years, what do you see? Maybe your mornings are spent sleeping in and enjoying a good book along with your coffee. Or perhaps you’re spending your time relaxing and lying on the beach. But for many retirees, once the novelty of “getting to do whatever I want” wears off, they’re left with the nagging question...