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Inclusion: It’s Everyone’s Responsibility

Rina Risper4 years ago3 years ago05 mins

By Tedi Parsons

2020 has surely been a year of total disruption, from the pandemic, to a tumultuous election to over 190 people of color killed by the police to the thousands of protests for equality and inclusion taking place around the world. No matter who you are, the faith you practice or your political affiliation, the one thing we know for sure is that full inclusion requires ALL of us at the table.

Interpersonal Edge: Relief at last

Rina Risper4 years ago3 years ago07 mins

By Dr. Daneen Skube

Tribune Content Agency

Q: I keep reading about pandemic fatigue and I've got it! The future looks like a dark difficult slog. When you look at our current social, economic, and political circumstances how optimistic do you feel about us turning any corners?

Jill on Money: A snapshot of the post-election economy

Rina Risper4 years ago3 years ago06 mins

By Jill Schlesinger

On November 8, U.S. news outlets called the 2020 election, but investors had already voted with their money. After the worst week since March, stocks soared election week and recouped all of the previous week's losses–and then some. The S&P 500 soared 7.3% the best presidential election week since the 1932 election.

Interpersonal Edge: Dancing in quicksand

Rina Risper4 years ago3 years ago06 mins

By Dr. Daneen Skube

Tribune Content Agency

Q : I keep going into work thinking I'll find solid ground in either others or my company and instead feel like I'm dancing in quicksand. There's so much going on I feel like I'm barely dealing with the same workplace I left the night before. With all the shifting sands what do you teach to help your clients cope?

Tips to reduce risks in the home kitchen while preparing holiday meals

Rina Risper4 years ago3 years ago03 mins

Start with the basics! Always wash hands with warm, soapy water for at least 20 seconds before handling food.

Managing COVID-19 Disappointments for Kids

Rina Risper4 years ago3 years ago06 mins

By Dr. Kristyn Gregory, D.O.,

Medical Director of Behavioral Health at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

As the coronavirus pandemic continues, adults have a wealth of information available to understand the importance of face masks, social distancing and frequent hand washing. From reading the latest news and recommendations for staying healthy to receiving prevention tips from health care providers, adults are more likely to grasp the greater context of staying vigilant during the pandemic.

Jill on Money: Beware of these home buying hurdles

Rina Risper4 years ago3 years ago06 mins

By Jill Schlesinger

A surprising star has emerged from the pandemic-induced recession: the housing market. After freezing up in March and April, realtors, buyers and sellers began adapting to a new reality: we are spending a lot more time in our dwellings, and some of us are not happy with where we currently live. Add to that fact, that there are not enough houses for sale — and that mortgage interest rates have cratered, and you may notice that there is a full-fledged frenzy going on in some housing markets around the country.

Interpersonal Edge: High tech and high touch

Rina Risper4 years ago3 years ago06 mins

By Dr. Daneen Skube

Tribune Content Agency

Q: I fought for years to work from home and now I have to work from home. I'm glad remote work is acceptable but struggling with how to do the interpersonal stuff when home alone. Do you have ideas you are teaching clients on working remotely?

Just Plain Selfish: Are You Self-Sabotaging?

Rina Risper4 years ago3 years ago04 mins

By Kris Walker

Self sabotaging is simply put, as standing in the way of your own happiness, success or growth. While common practices such as procrastinating, over indulging behaviors, self- doubt and fear are often mentioned, in this digital era where we seemingly look towards the internet and Influencers for today's standards, I think that Social Media definitely deserves an honorable mention on our Self-Sabotaging list. Listed below are a few ways that overuse or misuse of Social Media can stand in the way of your greatness.

Jill on Money: The stock market is NOT the economy

Rina Risper4 years ago3 years ago06 mins

By Jill Schlesinger

“How can the stock market go up, while the economy is still struggling to recover amid the pandemic?” The answer is that the stock market is not the economy and vice versa.

We Remember: Joel Irving Ferguson – November 14, 1938 – October 19, 2024

Interpersonal Edge: Manage your inner ‘control freak’

Ask the expert: How do microplastics impact the health of humans and the planet?

We Remember: Margaret Rachel Kingsbury – June 22, 1940 – October 31, 2024

Think You Don’t Need a Gallbladder? Gallstones, Surgery, and the Missing Key to Prevention

East Lansing Police Department Investigates Homicide After Human Remains Were Found in a Freezer

More than 3.2 million Michigan voters have cast their ballot for the 2024 election

We Remember: Pam Dutcher – September 17, 1958 – October 19, 2024

Biden-Harris Administration Announces Selections for Nearly $3 Billion of Investments in Clean Ports as Part of Investing in America Agenda

During Winter Hazards Awareness Week State Police Urge Michiganders to Prepare for Winter Safety

Health & Advice

Inclusion: It’s Everyone’s Responsibility

Interpersonal Edge: Relief at last

Jill on Money: A snapshot of the post-election economy

Interpersonal Edge: Dancing in quicksand

Tips to reduce risks in the home kitchen while preparing holiday meals

Managing COVID-19 Disappointments for Kids

Jill on Money: Beware of these home buying hurdles

Interpersonal Edge: High tech and high touch

Just Plain Selfish: Are You Self-Sabotaging?

Jill on Money: The stock market is NOT the economy