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Take a TechBreak on Father’s Day
What father’s day gift are you giving to your Dad?
We took a quick poll in our office and found that the majority of our staff is investing in “upgrading” their dads and getting them more plugged in into the 21st century, updating them with the newest gadgets: iPads, smart phones, kindles, etc. Read more [+]
Reconnecting as we Walk Now for Autism Speaks
On Sunday, June 5th we participated in the Walk Now for Autism Speaks which took place at South Street Seaport in NYC. Our team exceeded their $2500.00 goal by raising $4121.70 (and counting) Read more [+]
Unplugging and Reconnecting: Cure for Cell Phone and Internet Addiction
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Unbelievable! The 90-second YouTube clip we recently posted from a Thai commercial has now gone viral, exceeding 2,000,000 views!!! Can you imagine an American cell phone company telling you to put away your phone? Will they ever voluntarily promote the Unplugging and Reconnecting™ concept of using their technology in moderation? Could this be the cure for technology addiction?
Could A Bad Trait Be Your Signature Strength?
GUEST BLOGGER: DEBBIE MANDEL, M.A.
Many of us have trouble listing our signature strengths, but can easily itemize the flaws. Along the way we force ourselves to fit the mold and become an artificial version of ourselves. Even worse, the self-criticism accompanying these imperfections causes a free-floating uneasiness leading to irritability or self-suppression. Consequently, we overdo – deplete ourselves with busyness to atone or even take medication. Sometimes we internalize our weakness to the point that we walk around with a chip on the shoulder, often taking the offensive as a pre-emptive strike due to heightened sensitivity. Read more [+]