https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal Advice and information to help you support your business, your people and you. Sun, 22 Sep 2024 20:46:59 +0000 en-CA hourly 1 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/the-best-exercises-for-when-youre-feeling-angry/ https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/the-best-exercises-for-when-youre-feeling-angry/#respond Mon, 13 Mar 2023 10:55:27 +0000 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/?p=10226 "During times of stress, we may experience anger more often than is typical. Anger becomes problematic when it becomes unmanageable."   Studies suggest that the best way to rid yourself of that inner angst is to find a healthy physical outlet.  Whatever makes you feel good and allows the stress to exit your body is a great go to when times get tough.]]> https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/the-best-exercises-for-when-youre-feeling-angry/feed/ 0 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/even-gritty-people-get-discouraged/ https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/even-gritty-people-get-discouraged/#respond Wed, 18 Jan 2023 13:00:54 +0000 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/?p=10775 This a short read to remind us that it is ok to get discouraged. In fact, we can use feeling discouraged as an opportunity to reflect and figure out what we really want and what we really need. To learn more, check out this 2-minute read!]]> https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/even-gritty-people-get-discouraged/feed/ 0 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/what-is-seasonal-affective-disorder/ https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/what-is-seasonal-affective-disorder/#respond Tue, 17 Jan 2023 15:21:50 +0000 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/?p=10765 Seasonal Affective Disorder can a huge impact on how you or your employees feel and function this time of year....]]> https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/what-is-seasonal-affective-disorder/feed/ 0 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/new-take-on-new-years-resolutions/ https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/new-take-on-new-years-resolutions/#respond Tue, 03 Jan 2023 15:00:00 +0000 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/?p=10772 Sometimes, resolutions can feel restrictive or tough to stick to (which can diminish our well-being).  Instead of setting rigid goals, try an in-and-out list, you know, a little more of X and a little less of Y.  Not a brand-new concept, according to this article, but it may be worth a try!]]> https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/new-take-on-new-years-resolutions/feed/ 0 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/20-different-ways-to-get-through-a-rough-patch-at-work/ https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/20-different-ways-to-get-through-a-rough-patch-at-work/#respond Tue, 20 Sep 2022 10:55:41 +0000 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/?p=10678 From a personal standpoint, some of the best takeaways of this article are to make friends not enemies, leave work at work, don't suffer in silence, and stand up for yourself.  Yours may be different. We all go through rough patches in our career but it's vitally important to discover the root cause(s) so that positive steps can be taken to feel more empowered and less stressed out.  Self care is essential, so if you are going through a difficult phase, give this article a read or a share.  I hope it supports those who need it in some small way.]]> https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/20-different-ways-to-get-through-a-rough-patch-at-work/feed/ 0 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/how-technology-can-be-part-of-a-happy-life/ https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/how-technology-can-be-part-of-a-happy-life/#respond Mon, 22 Aug 2022 15:04:20 +0000 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/?p=9998 Technology can be extremely helpful and yet incredibly frustrating and stress inducing at the same time!  Find some solid tips to increase the love in your love-hate relationship with tech.]]> https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/how-technology-can-be-part-of-a-happy-life/feed/ 0 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/business/how-to-recover-from-work-stress-according-to-science/ https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/business/how-to-recover-from-work-stress-according-to-science/#respond Thu, 07 Jul 2022 14:59:00 +0000 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/?p=10631 The workforce is tired, and employees are increasingly citing burnout as a reason for leaving their current employer. Learning how...]]> https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/business/how-to-recover-from-work-stress-according-to-science/feed/ 0 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/feel-like-youre-lost-or-your-life-has-gotten-off-track-how-to-begin-again/ https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/feel-like-youre-lost-or-your-life-has-gotten-off-track-how-to-begin-again/#respond Sun, 26 Jun 2022 12:00:39 +0000 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/?p=10623 It has been said that the only constant in life is change.  And we all know those changes can be small, or they might be life quakes - significant transitions.  Check out this article to learn about life quakes - how long they last, what they are and the idiosyncratic pattern in which we move through them. ]]> https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/feel-like-youre-lost-or-your-life-has-gotten-off-track-how-to-begin-again/feed/ 0 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/resisting-the-pressure-to-overwork/ https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/resisting-the-pressure-to-overwork/#respond Mon, 13 Jun 2022 02:30:57 +0000 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/?p=10616 At some point, all of us have overworked– sometimes it is necessary during busy periods, special events or big projects. However, this article reminds us that overworking as a habit is dangerous for our health and our productivity. Author Alice Boyes shares some helpful tips to help us resist the pressure to overwork.]]> https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/resisting-the-pressure-to-overwork/feed/ 0 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/your-everyday-guide-to-telemedicine-2/ https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/your-everyday-guide-to-telemedicine-2/#respond Mon, 23 May 2022 10:55:28 +0000 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/?p=10580 "Telemedicine appointments can save time spent in a waiting room; they can help prevent exposure to infectious germs; they can help you access health services that may otherwise require a long drive; and in many cases, they can cost less than a traditional appointment."  If employees are fortunate enough to have this service as part of their benefits program, it will be utilized and appreciated, based on its increasing popularity.]]> https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/your-everyday-guide-to-telemedicine-2/feed/ 0