I AM AT A LOSS FOR WORDS
I am at a loss for words.
I have considered what I can write to encourage and support people during these bewildering moments in history.
In the last two days, I have started emails and social posts only to stop and reverse-tap the cursor to the tune of my own ineffectiveness.
I figuratively keep patting my pockets, hoping the perfect sentences will fall out like lint, loose change, or a missing tenner.
NOPE.
What I CAN write is that I am grievously ill-equipped to confidently provide context, perspective, or advice regarding any of the events from this week.
But I do know a couple of things about some other stuff.
The body bears the burden of all our stress and sadness. Like a shield taking hits for a soldier, our body protects willingly and by design. But, also by design, it must be moved and exercised to ring out the excess emotions absorbed during combat. I know we must move.
The brain intimately communicates with every cell. When your brain is troubling through unbelievable situations, every cell is working to help you navigate. I know we must honor the infinite wisdom of the body.
When we take a moment to breathe, the lungs respond to new oxygen like cracked, dry dirt receiving fresh rain. I know we must breathe.
If we can’t find the words to speak – dancing, drawing, singing, or screaming allows the body permission to express what the mind simply can’t. I know we must express creatively.
When we take in healthy food, it is not just for energy and fuel. I know respectfully feeding ourselves is an intimate act of self-compassion.
Sleep allows the brain and body to sit uninterrupted like two old estranged friends sorting and discussing so healing can take root. I know sleep is the ultimate healer.
Acts of mindfulness garner perspective, and relativity. I know mindful moments harvest secret reserves of strength and energy.
My encouragement to you this week is to ENGAGE FULLY
Move willingly
Breathe deeply
Express creatively
Eat compassionately
Sleep restoratively
Step mindfully
When we are not optimized, we are not our most effective and influential self. And if we are not tending to these beautiful facets of our being, we cannot carry-on to create the change we see the world so needs from us.
In health, growth, and, potential.
xoxo Dr. Heather
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I recently came across this insightful article that shares practical tips on setting boundaries, creating structure and avoiding isolation while working from home. I would love to hear what strategies have worked for you.
Read here:
https://www.mind.org.uk/workplace/mental-health-at-work/dealing-with-burnout-when-working-from-home/
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How many job boards are there?
There are over 25,000 job boards worldwide! ?
And yet, some folks will still tell you not to use them.
Their advice? “Skip job boards. Just network.”
I respectfully disagree.
Here’s the truth: Job boards still land people jobs. But you can’t rely on them alone. You need a multi-pronged job search strategy—one that combines:
? Smart job board use
? Intentional networking
? Direct outreach
? Targeted personal branding
In my latest newsletter, I break down:
✅ Which job boards actually get results in 2025
✅ Real application-to-hire data
✅ My top 10 strategies for using them effectively (spoiler: ditch those outdated alerts ?)
? Because with 25,000+ boards out there… the question isn’t “Should you use them?” It’s how you use them that counts.
? So let’s hear it: What’s one job board (or tactic) that actually worked for you?
Or… what’s totally overrated in your experience?
Let’s crowdsource the truth about job boards.
#jobsearchstrategy
#jobboards
#jobsearchtips
https://www.linkedin.com/posts/melaniemitchellwexler_jobsearchstrategy-jobboards-jobsearchtips-activity-7351600312064884738-FXRH?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAAE7zOABz83nZb53qdeC66Dyj4MTQ6Hhhqw
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Does anyone want to share your experience finding a GOOD job that lasted years and years?
Not necessarily a dream job, but a job that paid well, treated you respectfully and allowed you to work with pride. Oh and have a true work life balance, so that you could raise your children and pursue interests in peace. I am looking for realistic life inspiration for myself!
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I made a big career change in January with hopes of taking a step back to have a lower intensity job.
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The Perfect Resume Won't Save a Poor Job Strategy.
Yes, your resume matters, but it’s not the magic key. Too many job seekers spend weeks tweaking bullet points while ignoring the bigger picture: Are you applying to the right roles? Are you networking? Are you tailoring your applications?
A polished resume supports your strategy, but it doesn’t replace one.
You could have the most beautifully written resume in the world, but if you’re applying blindly online, not leveraging connections, or chasing roles that aren’t aligned with your skills, the results will still be disappointing.
Here’s the truth: Job searching is a full system, not a single document.
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