The Lies That Women Have Been Told

by Laurie A. Watkins | Dec 3, 2020 | Career

Women have been lied to.  We have been told to put our heads down, be understated, be humble, be OK with getting less than a man… Well I disagree.  As women, it is so important to celebrate ourselves and each other.  There’s a minority woman about to take on one of...

How to Stay Thankful During 2020

by Laurie A. Watkins | Nov 25, 2020 | De-Stress

Taking care of ourselves, and our mental health during a pandemic isn’t easy.  Since the Coronavirus pandemic began, we’ve all been feeling stressed.  It is hard to continue to feel thankful and experience gratitude when we are stressed.  Most people are dealing with...

Re-Engage Your Best Self

by Laurie A. Watkins | Nov 19, 2020 | Career, De-Stress

It’s time to get your mojo back! Most of us have spent this year engaging.  Whether we have thrown ourselves into work as an essential worker, been adjusting to working remotely, focused on helping our children with distance learning, dedicated ourselves to a social...

Prevent Burnout with Strong Self-Care

by Laurie A. Watkins | Nov 9, 2020 | Career, De-Stress

Burnout is a state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by prolonged stress.  Feelings associated with burnout can include: overwhelmed, drained, anxious, depressed, and more.  Burnout is normally associated with workplace factors; however, it can also...

Why I’m Supporting #BidenHarris2020

by Laurie A. Watkins | Oct 30, 2020 | Political

I have made no secret of my support for #BidenHarris2020.  I had an inside look at some of Joe Biden’s character when I worked in the Obama Administration, and during both Obama/Biden presidential campaigns.  I also wrote about my support of Kamala Harris and how...