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The U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy recently released a Surgeon General’s Advisory on the Mental Health and Well-Being of Parents , highlighting the urgent need to better support parents, caregivers, and families to help our communities thrive. This advisory emphasizes how important the work of parenting is, not only for the wellness of children, but for society at large.
ERM, the world’s largest pure-play sustainability consultancy, works with leading organisations to help them set clear sustainability targets and develop solutions to environmental challenges. With a presence in Singapore since 1996, ERM recently relocated their office to a new waterfront address at Collyer Quay, a vibrant business and lifestyle district rich in history.
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Can Money Buy Happiness? Here’s What You Need to Know Feeling stuck in the daily grind and wondering if there’s more to life than just making money? You’re not alone. Many of us chase after financial success, hoping it will bring happiness, but often end up feeling unfulfilled. You know, maybe you’ve even thought about money this way: “I’ll be happy when I…” Find a better-paying job Get a promotion with a pay increase Find a rich and wealthy partner Win the lottery Reach retirement t
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You know you’re going to need some extra money at some point. You know…the washing machine dies. Your car breaks down. Maybe you want to take a vacation, buy a new car or update your wardrobe. And before you know it, you might need money to send kids to college or step into retirement. Are you saving for short-term & long-term goals? On average Americans save 3.4% of their income that goes into a checking account, savings account, investments or retirement accounts.1 However, saving money is
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