Loneliness is a growing problem among the elderly population and can have serious negative impacts on their mental and physical health. Studies show that seniors who suffer from loneliness are more likely to experience depression, cognitive decline, and a weakened immune system. It’s crucial for family members, caregivers, and communities to understand and address this […]
How do you deal with pet care issues when your aging loved one is losing the capacity to care for them? And the eventuality of a permanent new home.This can start with needing assistance with feeding, walking and cleaning up after the pet. It can also affect the finances of your loved one. Do they […]
(849 words)The Pittsburgh Pirates made a bold move when they signed veteran superstar and beloved former Bucco Andrew McCutchen.I love Cutch. Besides being an outstanding Pirate centerfielder from 2009-’17 and league MVP in ‘13, McCutchen plays the game like a kid. He laughs, he jokes, he cheers his teammates and generally cavorts like he can’t […]
I really must work on my posture This is a reprint of a classic blog that I wrote in November 2019 when I first started my company Shiageto Consulting. Enjoy! As some of you may have seen, I recently had the pleasure of delivering some training sessions for a fantastic consulting firm on a variety of […]
In my previous post, I shared my personal story about writing a poem intended for a friend of mine, which turned into an eye opening and painful realization that I was my own worst enemy. Self image is a tricky subject to think about, and even more challenging to talk about. I’m just going to […]
@mapbox Manager development is a critical aspect of any organization’s success. When managers are well-trained and equipped to lead their teams effectively, employees are more likely to be engaged and productive. Employee engagement, in turn, is an essential driver of organizational success, as engaged employees are more likely to be committed to their work, less […]
Retirement can be a great time to relax and enjoy all the things that you may not have had time for while you were working. It’s important to find a balance, however, and make sure that you are still engaging in activities that keep you active and mentally stimulated. It’s easy to lose track of […]
Burnout is a state of physical, mental, and emotional exhaustion caused by prolonged or excessive stress. It can affect anyone, but is most commonly experienced by those in high-stress occupations, such as those in the healthcare or finance fields. A variety of physiological changes can occur in the body when burnout sets in. The most […]
Until this week, I hadn’t heard about a potential safety problem with electric bicycles or “e-bikes.” An article in The Washington Post, “A Child’s Death Prompts Questions About Brake Safety on E-bikes,” caught my attention. A lawsuit filed against Rad Power Bikes by the parents of a 12-year-old girl who was killed in 2021 in […]
Grief is a very hard emotion to process, and it can often feel overwhelming and isolating. It can be hard to talk about, and yet it is one of the most common emotions we experience when we lose someone. It’s not just the death of a loved one that can trigger grief, but any kind […]
