We all have our preferences when it comes to what we hear when we study, work, or sleep. Generally speaking, loud, disruptive noises are not great for focus. Soothing sounds or silence tend to help us work better. The power of a passing siren will disrupt our focus, but what about the music you’re listening …
“Giving Back for the Global Good” is an excerpt taken from the 2019 CSU Global Data Book. If you’re looking for Dan Edwards, head down to the river. You’ll likely find him there, dressed in waders, casting flies for hours, in search of the day’s great catch. Fly fishing is his hobby — one that …
Using your time and talents to help others enriches not just their lives but your own, as well, as volunteering has been shown to combat psychological issues like stress, anger, and anxiety. Beyond that, volunteering can also give your career a boost by helping you create new connections, gain meaningful experiences working on a team, …
As you move through your career, you gain authority in your chosen field. With focus and dedication, you can use this authority to become a thought leader — that is, someone who’s a trusted source in a given field and who inspires others with innovative ideas. Thought leaders are individuals whom others turn to for …
Mindfulness, or the quality of being fully present and engaged with whatever you’re currently doing, can improve your wellbeing and mental state in numerous ways. Mindfulness helps reduce stress, decrease blood pressure, improve sleep, boost memory, and alleviate anxiety. Techniques vary, but all are rooted in meditation. The goal of any mindfulness practice is to …