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  State of Maine Voter Guide This information explains how to register and vote in state elections. By voting, you are keeping Maine's democracy strong and continuing a long history of citizen participation in the governing of our state and nation. It's easy to take our right to vote for granted--to decide that voting isn't worth the effort or “doesn't make a difference.” The reality is that voting makes a tremendous difference. By casting a ballot, each citizen has a voice in deciding who will serve in office and what positions will be taken on major issues. Voting is of critical importance to the strength and vitality of our system of government, and I congratulate you for recognizing its significance. For our democracy to work, we must all participate in the process. Please register and vote and encourage your family, friends and neighbors to do the same.

from History.com editors Halloween 2024 Halloween is a holiday celebrated each year on October 31, and Halloween 2024 will occur on Thursday, October 31. The tradition originated with the ancient Celtic festival of  Samhain , when people would light bonfires and wear costumes to ward off ghosts. In the eighth century, Pope Gregory III designated November 1 as a time to honor all saints. Soon, All Saints Day incorporated some of the traditions of Samhain. The evening before was known as All Hallows Eve, and later Halloween. Over time, Halloween evolved into a day of activities like trick-or-treating, carving jack-o-lanterns, festive gatherings, donning costumes and eating treats.   What is the History of Halloween? Halloween’s origins date back to the ancient Celtic festival of  Samhain  (pronounced sow-in). The  Celts , who lived 2,000 years ago, mostly in the area that is now Ireland, the United Kingdom and northern France, celebrated their new year on November...

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  Remote work has made developing relationships with colleagues harder – here’s what workers and bosses need now by Mark A. Clark and Meredith Persily Having good relationships with colleagues is key to building a rewarding and effective work experience. Employees who are engaged with their co-workers, such as reporting “a best friend at work” in  Gallup’s well-regarded survey , are more likely to be productive, to stay with their organization and to contribute to the organization’s performance. But the surge in pandemic-induced remote work is  changing these relationships  and has made it more challenging to establish connections in the first place. To succeed, both employees and leaders must understand what each group is seeking to achieve and how they can benefit from the changing workplace. How should leaders relate to, and support, their colleagues and subordinates? How can leaders discern what employees want out of the workplace and help them to get it? Wh...

from the Conversation  Can you change your personality? Psychology research says yes, by tweaking what you think and do by Shannon Sauer-Zavala Associate Professor of Psychology & Licensed Clinical Psychologist, University of Kentucky Have you ever taken a personality test? If you’re like me, you’ve consulted BuzzFeed and you know exactly which Taylor Swift song “ perfectly matches your vibe .” It might be obvious that internet quizzes are not scientific, but many of the seemingly serious personality tests used to guide educational and career choices are also not supported by research. Despite being a  billion-dollar industry , commercial personality testing used by schools and corporations to funnel people into their ideal roles  do not predict career success . Beyond their lack of scientific support, the most popular approaches to understanding personality are problematic because they assume your traits are static – that is, you’re stuck with the personality yo...

  2025 Annual Conference Early-bird Registration Ends Nov. 15 Registration is now open for the  2025 NPA Annual Conference , which will take place on  March 21 & 22  in  Boston, MA . The NPA Annual Conference, sponsored by  Seattle Children's Research Institute , is the largest national conference and networking event dedicated to the postdoctoral community. The keynote address will be delivered by  Nicholas Dirks, Ph.D. , president and CEO of The New York Academy of Sciences. In addition to the conference, two separate events are being offered to attendees. The  PDA Leadership Bootcamp  on  Thursday, March 20  will enhance your leadership and management skills within a postdoc association context. Additionally, after the conference has ended on  Saturday, March 22 , attendees can join their peers for a legendary tour of historic  Fenway Park  and a  farewell mixer . REGISTER NOW

From the New Hampshire Network of Biomedical Research Excellence (NH-INBRE):  The Graduate School Mentoring Program is designed to guide aspiring graduate students through the complex and often overwhelming process of selecting and applying to graduate school. Each session, hosted by current graduate students who are NH-INBRE alumni, offers in-depth exploration of different topics every month in a 1.5-hour live Zoom format. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions, receive feedback on their application materials, and gain insights from those who have successfully navigated the process themselves. November 14, 2024 7pm EST via zoom Graduate School Interview Prep • Types of grad school interviews • Common Interview questions • Tips for making positive impressions Register here: https://forms.gle/46WtZHj32njoQUit5

  Hello MHIR,   We hope your week is off to a good start and   …that you continue to take care of yourselves and each other.* Are you still registered to vote? How to make sure you’re up to date. Science-backed mood boosters to (almost instantly) snap you out of a funk NOAA's annual winter forecast is here. These are the weather predictions for your area Talkspace therapy is now available through the MaineHealth Resources for Living, Employee Assistance Program *These suggestions might not be supportive to you, and that’s ok!! Drop us a line to tell us about what has been.   P.S., Many NYT and HBR articles are free through MH – The MH Library can assist with access at  library@mainehealth.org Please NOTE: If titles are listed, they have been COPIED EXACTLY from the news source; this is intended to help with links being searchable. If you would like to read one of these articles and it is behind a paywall, please request it from the library   Uplifting News ...