Racial identity tied to happiness, study finds
EAST LANSING, MI — Black people who identify more strongly with their racial identity are generally happier, according to a study led by psychology researchers at Michigan State University.
Your Other 8 Hours: How to Answer “What Do You Do?
By Robert Pagliarini,
Tribune Media Services
Have you ever noticed how even the most introverted guests on talk shows always have such great stories? Is it because they have more charisma or can think better on their feet?
Teenage Depression: Know The Signs
By Karla L. Robinson, MD
Many recognize depression as a disease impacting the nation at an alarming rate. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) nearly 1 in 10 Americans is battling the symptoms of depression. The Black community has seen even more difficulty battling this disease. Studies demonstrate that African Americans on average have more severe and longer lasting symptoms of depression.
Interpersonal EDGE: Manage Attacking Co-Worker By Being Bored
By Dr. Daneen Skube
Tribune Media Services
Q: I’ve been in a long-term conflict with a co-worker. We’ve both been promoted to the management team of my company. At every meeting, this guy starts a fight, insulting me or undermining my authority. How do I get him to stop?
Retire Smart: Retirement Savers Need to Plan for the Critical Draw-Down Phase
By Mark Miller
Tribune Media Services
Saving and investing for retirement is tough enough. But making a plan to spend your nest egg is an equally critical challenge.
Most Americans don’t have a “decumulation” plan – that is, how much to draw down from savings and when.
Housing
By Reference Librarian Marisela G.
The economic downturn of the last several years has made for one wild and wooly ride, especially as it relates to the housing market. Those of us in Michigan trying to sell our homes will tell you: we are in the granddaddy slump of all slumps! It can be extremely frustrating to feel so stuck.
News Spotlight: Governor Snyder Declares April “Michigan Wine Month” Ten new wineries open for 2011, highlighting growth in ag sector
LANSING – Governor Rick Snyder has declared April as “Michigan Wine Month” to honor Michigan’s wide selection of quality wines and the wine industry’s significant contribution to the economy.
“Michigan’s 81 wineries welcome more than 1 million visitors to their tasting rooms each year and offer a truly Pure Michigan agri-tourism experience,” said Keith Creagh, Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development (MDARD) Director
News Spotlight: Cultivating Life by Sean Conway: Late Winter Is Time for Pruning and Forcing
Late Winter Is Time for Pruning and Forcing
By Sean Conway, Tribune Media Services
Cultivating Life by Sean Conway
In many parts of the country spring may yet be a distant dream, but even in cold northern climes now is a good time to begin winter pruning tasks in the garden.
News Spotlight: MSU to institute ‘no-bag’ policy in Spartan Stadium
EAST LANSING, Mich. — In a move that will increase security and make for a better game experience for fans, Michigan State University will institute a “no-bag” policy in Spartan Stadium.
News Spotlight: BWL to co-sponsor 2nd Annual Recycle Rama on April 9
The Lansing Board of Water & Light will co-sponsor
the second annual Recycle Rama to assist Ingham County
residents in recycling a wide range of household materials.