MD Ranked Second-Happiest State In Nation, New Study Finds: Here's Why
The Northeast is home to some of the happiest people in the country, according to a new study.
WalletHub released its 2025 list of Happiest States in America on Monday, Sept. 8. The study compared all 50 states across 30 metrics of happiness, including depression and suicide rates, work hours, income growth, unemployment, family stability, volunteer rates, and safety.
The personal finance website also measured how many adults feel active and productive, as well as factors like sleep, leisure time, and community support.
"In addition to pursuing your passions, having a good work-l…
‘Quiet Cracking’ Is Spreading At Work, New Survey Finds: How To Spot It, What To Do
Something is starting to give at work for many, and it is not just morale.
A growing share of employees say a creeping strain is eroding motivation, dragging down performance, and nudging them toward the exits, even as a cooler jobs market keeps many in place.
A new survey of 1,000 US employees by cloud learning platform TalentLMS names the trend “Quiet Cracking,” defining it as “a persistent feeling of workplace unhappiness that leads to disengagement, poor performance, and an increased desire to quit.”
Quiet quitting — doing the bare minimum — grabbed headlines, but this is quieter…
Why Are Americans So Stressed? Study Reveals Key Causes
As stress levels climb nationwide, many are feeling the strain earlier in life than ever before, a new study finds, shedding light on why so many struggle with burnout.
A Talker Research survey of 2,000 American adults, conducted online from Wednesday, Feb. 7, to Saturday, Feb. 10, reveals that the typical person hits peak burnout at 42 years old—but for younger adults, the stress is setting in much sooner.
Among Gen Z and millennial respondents (ages 18 to 44), peak stress now averages just 25 years old—nearly two decades earlier than their older counterparts.
Respondents reported that th…
Virginia Ranked Among Top 20 'Happiest States' In US, New Study Found
Don't worry, be happy.
Virginia is the 16th happiest state in America, according to a newly released ranking by Wallethub.
To determine where Americans are most satisfied with their lives, researchers keyed in on which states "exhibit the best combination of good economic, emotional, physical and social health."
All 50 states were measured across 30 key metrics, according to WalletHub, including things such as the share of adult depression, number of work hours, and ideal weather.
Virginia faired well in two categories, but in the second half in the third:
Emotion and …
Maryland Ranks High Among 'Happiest States' In US, New Study Found
Don't worry, be happy.
Maryland is the second happiest state in America, according to a newly released ranking by Wallethub.
To determine where Americans are most satisfied with their lives, researchers keyed in on which states "exhibit the best combination of good economic, emotional, physical and social health."
All 50 states were measured across 30 key metrics, according to WalletHub, including things such as the share of adult depression, number of work hours, and ideal weather.
Maryland landed in the top 10 in each category:
Emotion and physical well-being rank: T…
After-Hours Work Email Ban May Become Law In NYC
For those sick of having to check work-related emails after hours, help might be on the way.
Proposed legislation in New York City would make it illegal for employees to check their work emails after regular work hours, according to Fox Business.
City Councilmember Rafael Espinal, who represents the 37th District, plans to introduce just such a bill.
Kyle Reyes, The Silent Partner Marketing CEO, said during an interview on Fox Business, that the bill is serious, but he couldn't imagine it would pass.
“To pass legislation saying, ‘You can’t force your employees to check emails after hours,…
Westchester Mom & Pops: Their 'Secret Sauce' For Surviving, Thriving
There may be yelling.
But it's that honesty, along with loyalty, trust, and a "say anything" mentality that keeps the lines of communication open -- and the wheels to a family business turning, and ultimately, succeeding.
At least that's the consensus of four Westchester family businesses. The husbands, wives, siblings and kids behind Sugar Hi in Armonk, Wallach Jewelry Design in Larchmont, The Modern Paint Group based in New Rochelle, and Frank’s Pizzeria in Croton Falls admit working with family is both exhilarating and challenging and often requires a unique set of hurdles.
F…
