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How Stress Can Alter the Structure of Our Brain

I am sure that you know that working excessively exhausts the body and the mind. But do you know that it may also fundamentally change the structure of the brain? A Korean study warns of the neurological consequences of overwork, a danger that is often underestimated. We already know that working long hours harms personal well-being. But this study, recently published in Occupational and Environmental … Continue reading How Stress Can Alter the Structure of Our Brain

crisbiecoachAugust 23, 2025August 12, 20258 Comments

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Work and Life

Multitasking: Why It’s a Myth and How It Harms Productivity

Multitasking often seems like the ultimate productivity hack, but our brains aren’t built for it. Despite the allure, it involves rapid task-switching, draining precious brainpower without us even realizing it. Let’s delve into the truth behind this way of working, its impact on productivity, and how it affects mental health. What is Multitasking? Multitasking entails attempting to handle multiple tasks simultaneously. However, what feels like … Continue reading Multitasking: Why It’s a Myth and How It Harms Productivity

crisbiecoachMay 18, 2024May 13, 202420 Comments

Health and Wellbeing

Niksen: The Dutch Art of Doing Nothing

In a world that glorifies productivity and constant busyness, the Dutch have a refreshing perspective: niksen, the art of doing nothing. Niksen advocates for moments of purposeful idleness, where individuals allow their minds to wander freely and be in the present moment. Let’s explore this fascinating concept and its potential benefits in today’s fast-paced world. Understanding Niksen Niksen, derived from the Dutch word “niks,” meaning … Continue reading Niksen: The Dutch Art of Doing Nothing

crisbiecoachMarch 16, 2024March 11, 202423 Comments

Work and Life

Ending In Divorce: A Vocational Love Story

I’ve been waiting for this day for a long time. The day I say goodbye to my room. We’ve been together for 25 years. Even longer if you count the time we spent together before we made things official. Continue reading Ending In Divorce: A Vocational Love Story

Todd FulginitiSeptember 8, 2023September 7, 202331 Comments

Pointless Overthinking

Regaining Lift

Most of us experience stalling at some stage in our lives. In our attempts to be all we can. In our attempts to climb as high as we can, as fast as we can. The problem is, like an aeroplane, we can only climb so fast. If we pitch the nose up too high, or carry too much weight, we run the risk of stalling. … Continue reading Regaining Lift

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Random Thoughts

Does Burnout Subdue Empathy?

Provided by Scherezade Ozwulo Originally posted on The Introverted Christian Ever since I could remember, I always had an affinity for older people. I, myself had an “old soul” and found it easy to relate to those not in my peer group. Older folks (seniors) told the best stories of childhood reminiscence and weaved real life morality tales that left ingrained webs that … Continue reading Does Burnout Subdue Empathy?