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" We don't have any measures in most cases of the health of our social relationships, of what we're giving to the community. "
Tom Rath
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" Half an hour of exercise in the morning makes for better interactions all day. Then a sound night of sleep gives me energy to tackle the next day. I am a more active parent, a better spouse, and more engaged in my work when I eat, move, and sleep well. "
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