Rainy days bring productivity to the office By Kelly Dickerson, published on July 01, 2014 - last reviewed on September 01, 2014

Sunny days ought to mean cheerier employees and more productive work days, right? Not necessarily: Research published in the Journal of Applied Psychology found that people completed data-entry tasks more quickly on bad weather days. The reason may be that on gloomy days, workers are simply less distracted by the desire to be outdoors. Harvard decision researcher Jooa Julia Lee's findings suggest that more-flexible working hours—allowing employees to save some of their work for when the weather outside is less enticing—could help improve productivity

There has been a lot discussion in the social media about discipline lately.  There has been a lot of disagreements about what is discipline and what is abuse.  We can all agree that some discipline is more effective than other methods.  But what is the most effective ways of disciplining your children?  Attend my free workshop and find out!

People don’t just stumble upon good parenting. Parenting well, like any other skill in life, is something we learn not just through what we were taught when we were growing up, but by expanding our strengths and skills when we become parents ourselves!

People don’t just stumble upon good parenting.   Parenting well, like any other skill in life, is something we learn by expanding our strengths and skills when we become parents ourselves.

·         Learn effective discipline methods and why discipline is important

·         Learn the 5 C's of discipline and how to use them.

·         Learn how to reduce problems with your children in the future

·         Cost : FREE    

Choose ONE of 2 sessions available.

 

Tuesday, October 7th  2014       

        7:00 - 8:00 PM       

          

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Thursday, October 16 2014

          7:00-8:00 PM                   

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Prior Lake, MN 55372

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Tracy Kling Kotval, MA LPCC is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Director of Behavioral Wellness Counseling is hosting the Effective Discipline Workshop. 

Find more information on Tracy and her workshop schedule at:   www.BehavioralWellnessCounseling.com

Happiness is deceptively simple. It’s about being satisfied with life.  Still, many of us find the pursuit of happiness to be frustratingly difficult.

What to expect:

·         Learn the true meaning of happiness - What makes us happy?

·         Learn sources of happiness- Are we born with it?  Can we make ourselves happier?

·         Learn who's happier?  Who’s happy and who’s not, and why?

·         Learn what doesn't make us happy and why do we think it will?

·         Learn common misconceptions about happiness -  Can we increase our happiness? 

          Does money make us more happy?

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Learn more about HAPPINESS and create a life that you have always dreamed about!

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     Tuesday, October 7th  2014       

        5:30 - 7:00 PM       

          

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Thursday, October 16 2014

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Tracy Kling Kotval, MA LPCC is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Director of Behavioral Wellness Counseling is hosting the Happiness Workshop.  Regardless of our circumstances in life, when we understand what Happiness is and learn about the common mistakes people make in pursuing happiness we can achieve it!   Learn more about Happiness and create the life you have always wanted! 

Occasionally I will post articles or references to information that I find interesting and related to mental health.  Right now, Suicide Prevention is at the forefront of our minds due to the untimely death of Robin Williams. Please take a moment to read this article on how to recognize the symptoms.  Or if you are struggling with depression, please call for help immediately!  SUICIDE IS PREVENTABLE!

These signs may mean someone is at risk for suicide. Risk is greater if a behavior is new or has increased and if it seems related to a painful event, loss or change.

If you feel you are in a crisis, whether or not you are thinking about killing yourself, please call the Lifeline. People have called us for help with substance abuse, economic worries, relationship and family problems, sexual orientation, illness, getting over abuse, depression, mental and physical illness, and even loneliness. 

No matter what problems you are dealing with, we want to help you find a reason to keep living. By calling 1-800-273-TALK (8255) you’ll be connected to a skilled, trained counselor at a crisis center in your area, anytime 24/7.

When you dial 1-800-273-TALK (8255), you are calling the crisis center in the Lifeline network closest to your location. After you call, you will hear a message saying you have reached the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. You will hear hold music while your call is being routed. You will be helped by a skilled, trained crisis worker who will listen to your problems and will tell you about mental health services in your area. Your call is confidential and free.