Traditionally here in Finland the week after Midsummer is booked for Helsinki Pride. During the last weeks many people in different countries have celebrated Pride. The ability to celebrate and openly support a community that for so long deemed “wrong” is clearly a sign of how our society continues to…
When work life changes, we try to change with it. People often can adapt but in the past years there has been an increase in “chronic workplace stress that has not been successfully managed.” One result almost everyone has heard about is Burnout, which received its own ICD code in…
Part II: To-Do Lists Let’s talk about a real hero of getting things done: To-do lists. This small but immensely powerful tool is the make or break of organization and getting things done. To-do lists are used widely and to different degrees of effectiveness. Used correctly they can be a…
On the 13th of May 2021 Germans celebrate their father’s which is also called men’s day. It is a traditional celebration which is tightly connected to Ascension Day. On this day the men usually meet in smaller or bigger groups and friend circles to celebrate themselves. Often this involves alcohol…
Being A Good Mom. Most people who are trying to fill the pre-defined role of a “mother” feel overwhelmed at the beginning because being a mom seems to have a lot to do with time management. Often moms feel like they are responsible to seemingly effortlessly run all processes of…
Part I: How I use my Digital Calendar Many report problems with time management. Usually people become aware of their time management issues when they feel overwhelmed, have to rush and end up with results that are less satisfactory. In this article I will discuss how I use my calendar…
Sleeping issues in advanced age are common. Many experience too light and unrestful sleep all night only to wake up too early in the morning. Additionally, experiences of trouble falling asleep after going to bed are common. Indeed, these problems are so common that many are convinced that older people…
Becoming and being parents: High expectations and personal growth When we decide to become parents, we might know what we want to incorporate or what we want to distance ourselves from by reflecting on our own childhood. We might start to read about it or exchange thoughts with others about…
What are techniques of sustainable parents to include self-care and to maintain their mental and physical well-being? Nobody needs to tell me that parenting is more than a full-time job. While I haven’t got children myself, I have worked with children and for parents in a variety of capacities. I…
Three proactive strategies to fight off distraction, procrastination & stress The promise of having it all together, enjoying our life, being productive, resourceful and successful is something close to utopia. Like many people right now, you might struggle to motivate yourself, to keep up routines, that are good for you,…
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