Lots of stress at work for many of us right now.. Here are some simple reminders to help you deal with the challenges of the job..

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Dear Dr. Josh,

Fifteen people in my office just were laid off.  I “survived” but am a nervous wreck. What can I do?  I should feel lucky, but I don’t. 

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Here’s a link to a broadcast I did for the Alabama Department of Public Health.  It focuses on how you can manage your life during a crisis situation. The emphasis is on disasters, but the tips and discussion is also geared toward individual situations.  From death, to divorce, to the loss of a job; understanding how to care for yourself is critical… Click here to view the video.

From MSN lifestyle section…. Some tips for India… Click here to read.

Some suggestions for books that might help during tough economic times. Suggestions are from LibGiG… And yes– they mentioned my book as one of them!

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A piece I did for Oprah.com… CNN’s take on it. Click here to read the article

So you joined a gym?  Good for you!! Are you actually going? Here are some tips to get over “gym phobia”.

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It’s the start of a new year and for many of us that means the promise of joining a gym and getting regular exercise. But let’s face it, going to a gym or health club can be a little intimidating.  A recent survey found that between 30 and 40% of people who have a gym membership say they never use it.  Think about it—paying monthly for something you never use… Very often, people get caught up in the sales and marketing efforts around the New Year and join.  Then they go for a few weeks and find the gym really isn’t a good match. So here are some simple actions to get the most out of your membership:

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