SAS Life
Telling the stories of our people, highlighting our culture, and sharing tips for work life balance.![Our Storytellers: Andrew Magee Andrew Magee](https://blogs.sas.com/content/efs/files/2019/12/15874868_1023366011142074_6988482224802157804_o-4-565x336.jpg)
We’re proud of our unique company culture that spans across offices, divisions and geographies. It’s one of the reasons SAS was recently named among the top workplaces in the world by Fortune’s Great Place to Work! If you’re curious about what it is that makes SAS such a great place to work, one answer
![Navigating Holiday Gatherings with Moderation in Mind](https://blogs.sas.com/content/efs/files/2019/12/christmas-dinner-table_pixabay-600x336.jpg)
Who says that holidays have to be stuffed with belly-stuffing traditions? While the average American gains about one to two pounds between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day, weight gain, indigestion and post-meal sluggishness do not have to be on your wish list.
![When the Holiday Season Collides with Whatever Season of Life You are In](https://blogs.sas.com/content/efs/files/2019/12/pexels-photo-1624737-500x336.jpeg)
For the last two months I’ve seen commercial after commercial with smiling faces, catchy tunes, and kids running around houses full of good food, presents, and family. This season, we’re encouraged to remember what “matters”. Here’s something else to remember: the goal of these commercials is for the company to
![Caregiving and the Holidays](https://blogs.sas.com/content/efs/files/2019/07/Simplicity-Blog-Rainbow-702x336.jpg)
If you are a caregiver, the holiday season may bring less Peace and Good Tidings, and more Stress and Frustration. If you are already feeling overwhelmed with caregiving responsibilities, the holidays may feel more of a burden than a joy. I think it is fair to say that the holidays are
![A Pause for Gratitude](https://blogs.sas.com/content/efs/files/2019/11/iced-branches-702x336.jpg)
I grew up in Massachusetts. Waking up to a fresh blanket of snow was not unusual on Thanksgiving. I remember the windows on our small, ranch home were often frosty with condensation in the morning. Mom would take a hand towel to wipe them down. The house was heated with
![Talking to your Kids & Teens about Vaping](https://blogs.sas.com/content/efs/files/2019/11/Vaping-500x336.jpg)
Although we are still learning about all the negative health impacts on the body, it is important to remember that vaping is dangerous. And it is especially dangerous for our youth as their developing brains are much more susceptible to addiction. There is a lot of misinformation out there so