9 Ways to Handle Face Mask Conversations

9 Ways to Handle Face Mask Conversations

A behavioral health expert shares her tips for communicating with those who disagree with wearing masks. At Spectrum Health, we strongly encourage our patients, colleagues and families to wear masks, knowing that this is a key factor in preventing the spread of...
Making a Career Pivot

Making a Career Pivot

Need to change jobs? Read five tips to help you redesign your work life. This moment of crisis has many of us wrestling with one of the more existential questions we’ll face: Am I doing what I really want to be doing, career-wise? Tens of millions in the U.S....
Fall Is Coming. And I’m Ready.

Fall Is Coming. And I’m Ready.

The crisp morning air. The vibrantly colored leaves and their crunch. The warm drinks. The cozy clothing. Listen, if wanting fall to arrive is wrong, I don’t want to be right! via GIPHY Now, let me be clear: I’m not wishing the last bit of summer away....
Remembering the Power of Female Friendships

Remembering the Power of Female Friendships

I got an unexpected phone call the other day from a woman whom I admire, sat on a community board with, and often run into at various events. She is a strong leader with a warmth about her that I find very endearing. When we see each other, it’s as if time...