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Managing Mental Health and Learned Helplessness During Socio-Political Unrest

2025 feels less like a fresh start and more like the beginning of yet another never-ending chapter of socio-political unrest. In this article, we discuss how you can realistically build emotional resilience, cultivate discomfort tolerance (one of my favorite things to talk about these days), and manage your mental health amidst the continued unpredictability of the world.

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Addressing Workplace Bullying Around the Israel-Hamas War

Is your business struggling with division and workplace bullying around the Israel-Hamas war? This article provides helpful tips and tools on how to address workplace bullying about the Israel-Hamas war and why it’s important to manage these conflicts.

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How the Media Influences Perceptions of Mental Health

Our perceptions of mental health and mental illness are influenced by a number of factors. The media is one of these factors. Whether it’s TV, movies, the news, or social media, it’s part of our daily lives. It often skews our perspectives and doesn’t show the whole picture of an issue. While things are getting better, it’s still up to us to raise awareness and shift the narrative.

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