by Marie-Josee Shaar | Apr 4, 2020 | Uncategorized
How do we motivate others to take precautions related to the coronavirus? MJ tackles this question by applying the findings of a 2011 study by Adam M. Grant and David A. Hofmann. Their work shows that sometimes, we take care of ourselves best…when we think of...
by Marie-Josee Shaar | Mar 18, 2020 | Uncategorized
We already know about hand washing and social distancing, but what’s your advice for a best mental health practice during coronavirus?” GREAT QUESTION! Here’s my answer….backed by scientific...
by Marie-Josee Shaar | Mar 12, 2020 | Uncategorized
So many families in the world are struggling with a recent COVID-19 infection. My heart goes out to all of them. I know many of you are understandably afraid and taking extra precautions in your daily life and I wish everyone the best in these efforts. Given the...
by Marie-Josee Shaar | Feb 20, 2020 | Uncategorized
Sometimes, we all need a little mood boost. But how can we give ourselves the gift of a little lift at work? Turns out, science has looked into this matter…and the results are very interesting, even counterintuitive! I find them also to be encouraging, in terms...
by Marie-Josee Shaar | Nov 1, 2019 | Uncategorized
I’m very proud to announce that I’ll be giving the keynote speech for Berlin Health Innovations at Work Forum on Tuesday, November 12th. Here’s a quick video preview (taken from the nature trail near my home in North Carolina!) where I explain some...
