Ever had a “gut feeling” about something? It turns out, that phrase might be more literal than we think. The gut and brain are closely connected, with the foods we eat playing a direct role in our mood, stress and overall mental well-being. Scientists refer to the gut as the “second brain” because of its…
Utilizing the elements of Feng Shui for inspiration Welcome to your February wellness blog. I thought I’d tap into the elements of Feng Shui this month since I was inspired by a current trip I’m on and thought others could benefit from tapping into these elements. Over the holidays I was in New Jersey, and…
Every new year, I like to develop a theme. This year, my 2025 theme is – Life by Design. This is something I heard a couple of years ago and it clung to me, so much that I dedicated a chapter to it in my book. So what is “Life by Design?” Life by design…
3 tips to help put yourself first to feel more relaxed this season Oh, the holidays. A time for good food, lights, decor, and quality time with family. Although perhaps you don’t share the same sentiment? When you think of the holidays, do you think more about hosting and needing to clean your home, the…
Recently, I was dog sitting, and it reminded me of the pure joy animals can bring to our lives (If you’re an animal person that is, which I think most of us can appreciate even if we aren’t directly pet owners). The life of an animal is so simple. In this case dogs just need…
Ever create a resolution or tell yourself you’re going to start doing something, only to give up after a few days? Perhaps it was too difficult, or life got in the way. Research shows that when people make New Year’s resolutions for example, less than 20% stick with their goals. Even more interesting though, is research also shows…
Happy July all! We are halfway thru the year and it’s also my birthday month which I am super excited about 🙂 I thought this would be a good month to check-in with how we’re doing so far in 2024, and set any intentions for the remainder of the year. Often we set goals in…
Did you know June is National Employee Wellness Month? During the month of June, employers are encouraged to prioritize the physical, mental and emotional well-being of their staff. Workplace Wellness is essential to providing a supportive and inclusive environment for employees to thrive in and has long-term effects on ROI. As an HR Manager, how can you foster workplace wellness for yourself and your employees? 5…
71% of Americans are stressed by money, but this is a topic that rarely gets discussed. In honor of May- Mental Health Awareness month, let’s take a look at the topic of financial wellness and what we can do to create a positive financial headspace. Tips to strengthen your financial wellness: 1. Be in…
There is a lot of hype around Omegas, which are fatty acids found in foods we consume, but did you know, not all Omegas are created equal? Often we hear about Omega-3s which are found in salmon, walnuts and flaxseeds. This is just one part of the equation though. Americans actually consume more Omega-6s, which are found…
As I was thinking about what to focus on in this month’s blog, it was obvious that February reminds many of us of Valentine’s Day. While some feel it’s a “Hallmark holiday” and we should be expressing our love to loved ones every day, do we think about expressing love to ourselves every day? I often…
Every year I try to take a trip that inspires me. This month I went to Bali and continued onto Australia (where I’m currently writing this month’s entry!) One thing I realized on this trip though is anything filling your mind will go with you, no matter where the location. Often we may seek external…
I don’t watch the news. I was “one of those people” who decided there was too much negativity and bias that it brought me down. You see, I’m an empath, which means I’m highly attuned to the feelings and emotions of those around me. I take on other people’s pain, I cry when I see…
Have You Been Inspired Lately? A few years ago I lived abroad and one thing the group leader I was traveling with had us do, was write a postcard to ourselves that would be mailed back to the States for us to read once we returned from our 4 month adventure. I ended my postcard…
May is Mental Health Awareness month. According to The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), “anxiety disorders are the most common mental health concern in the United States. Over 40 million adults in the U.S. (19.1%) have an anxiety disorder.” Recently we did a Linkedin poll that showed 81% of people identify as “perfectionists” at…
As kids, we were taught we had a “potty mouth” if we said a bad word. Isn’t it interesting though how as adults, we’re allowed to say whatever we want, especially to ourselves? When we are rude or inconsiderate to others this comes with consequences, but what about when we talk badly to ourselves? Negative…
All About Me in 2023 When you read the title of this blog, what was the first thing that went through your mind? Perhaps it was “All about me? Well, that sounds selfish…” As HR leaders, you are conditioned to look out for others and put the needs of the employee or organization before…
What is Mindful Eating? How do you eat lunch each day? Are you a ‘sit at the kitchen table and take in the experience of your food’ kind of person, or more of an ‘eat at your desk or shovel something down in the car on the way to your next meeting’ type of eater?…
Wellness Corner: What’s Your Frequency? by Georgia Homsany, RMSHRM Communications Committee, Founder & CEO of Daily Dose Wellness If you’ve read up on the Law of Attraction, The Secret or anything similar, you may have heard the phrase “raise your frequency,” but what does that mean? There is a theory that what we get out of…
Wellness Corner: March is National Nutrition Month by Georgia Homsany, RMSHRM Communications Committee, Founder & CEO of Daily Dose Wellness The food we ingest is vital for so many reasons and while some of these may be obvious, others can be a good reminder since they impact our daily lives. Food has the power to:…
Wellness Corner: Burnout 360 (February Monthly Meeting Recap) by Georgia Homsany, RMSHRM Communications Committee, Founder & CEO of Daily Dose Wellness Did you attend our February Meeting- Burnout 360? We took a tour to define what burnout actually means, why stress can be beneficial, and how you can check in with yourself and others to…
Guest Blog: The Right Mindset is Vital in Leadership by Traci Philips, The Innate Coach We are thrilled to bring you a notable guest blog by our Strategic Summit speaker, Traci Philips. We are excited to have Traci on board, and she has written this blog to give a taste of what you will…
Wellness Corner: Why Mental Wellness for an HR Manager Might Be the Most Important in the Organization by Georgia Homsany, RMSHRM Communications Committee, Founder & CEO of Daily Dose Wellness In addition to your regular HR tasks have you been asked to: Create new procedures around COVID and safety in the workplace; Determine the future…
Wellness Corner: August is National Wellness Month by Georgia Homsany, RMSHRM Communications Committee, Founder & CEO of Daily Dose Wellness August marks National Wellness Month — a time to reflect on how we are doing mentally, physically, and emotionally. So often when we think of health and well-being, exercise and diet are at the forefront.…
Wellness Corner: Tips to Be More Mindful at Work by Georgia Homsany, RMSHRM Communications Committee, Founder & CEO of Daily Dose Wellness Summer mode is here, which means longer days, warmer weather, and motivation dips at work as a result of wanting to be outdoors. With many of us still working from home and taking…
Approaching Tough Conversations as an Ally by The Diversity Movement Now more than ever, people are talking openly at work about issues of identity, marginalization, and oppression. While it’s important to have these tough conversations, it’s equally important to remember how taxing they can be to the people most affected by the issues at…
Wellness Corner: Men’s Health Tips by Georgia Homsany, RMSHRM Communications Committee, Founder & CEO of Daily Dose Wellness June is Men’s Health Month and we wanted to provide tips for the men in our network and for others to pass along to the men in their lives. Awareness months serve as a good refresher…
7 Ways to Support Black Employees Check out this article from SHRM — “7 Ways to Support Black Employees: Racial unrest, COVID-19 and the recession will have a long-term impact on Black Americans” by Natalie Kroc. Click here to read the article.
Vulnerability, Risk, And Comedy At Work: How One Leader Was Able To STAND UP To Traditional Leadership by David Horning, speaker and consultant by day, comedian by night When it comes to taking risks, the last hour of an all-day management retreat for your team doesn’t seem like it’d be the time or place…
Wellness Corner: Spring is in the Air by Georgia Homsany, RMSHRM Communications Committee, Founder & CEO of Daily Dose Wellness The days stay lighter longer and a wave of yellow pollen coats the streets in North Carolina. Must be Spring! Have our moods elevated? That depends. On the one hand, we are able to go…
Wellness Corner: Why Wellness Now? by Georgia Homsany, RMSHRM Communications Committee, Founder & CEO of Daily Dose Wellness We are excited to announce our newest addition to the Raleigh Metro SHRM blog: the Wellness Corner! As we continue our efforts to spend more time carving out content in areas that are of utmost importance, we…
DEI Resource: The Diversity The Diversity Movement (TDM) seeks to embed diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) into the core of doing business. Created by an expert team of innovators and diversity practitioners, TDM helps equip business leaders and professionals with the cultural readiness and functional tools they need to thrive in a global marketplace. …
Small Investment Yields Greater Impact by Tameka Davis, 2021 Diversity Director I had the pleasure of participating in a 4- Day Certified Diversity Executive (CDE) prep course with The Diversity Movement. The facilitation from the DEI champions, Donald, Jackie, Kurt, and Sharon at The Diversity Movement was amazing, because they provided real-life examples and…
DEI Resource: The Triangle DEI Alliance The Triangle DEI Alliance is leading the effort to make the Triangle region the most diverse, equitable, and inclusive business environment in the country. As the voice of the business community, the Triangle DEI Alliance recognizes that addressing the evolving demographic changes in our region is key to…