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This Mechanic Quit His Job to Go to Med School in His 40s

2019

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Starting med school in your 40s is daunting, but it's never too late to chase your dreams. Carl Allamby made a midlife career change after 25 years as a mechanic. He decided to trade his socket wrench for a stethoscope and chase his dream of becoming a doctor. See more...

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Black Women’s Yoga History: Memoirs of Inner Peace

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HBR Guide to Managing Stress at Work

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Harvard Business Review

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Money on the Mind: Easing the Strain of Financial Stress

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The Language of Emotional Intelligence: The Five Essential Tools for Building Powerful and Effective Relationships

It's no secret that emotional intelligence plays a crucial role in your relationships. But how do you apply these specialized skills in everyday life? It's easy--with this practical, ready-to-use guide by a renowned expert in the field of emotional intelligence and communication.

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What Is Emotional Intelligence? +18 Ways to Improve It

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Courtney E. Ackerman

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Burnout: Facing the Damage of ‘Chronic Workplace Stress’

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It can be tough enough to manage your own stress. But how can you, as a manager, help the members of your team handle their feelings of stress, burnout, or disengagement?

Make Space for Practice

If you want to develop the mental focus and flexibility to accomplish more in less time, to stay calm in stressful situations, and to solve problems creatively, take a break and meditate.

Kelly McGonigal

Are You Working too Hard?

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Self-Development