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...
by Marie-Josee Shaar | Oct 29, 2019 | Uncategorized
Today, we celebrate National First Responder’s Day. Not only is this an excellent day to honor the firefighters and EMTs who dedicate their lives to saving others, but it’s an opportunity to learn from them. We may feel burdened, overwhelmed, and fatigued by chronic...
