A very Decent blog

Ashley PoynterJan 165 min read
Winter workout tips for getting outside and staying fit
Don't let the bad weather lead to bad health habits - here's how to stay healthy during the long winter
Ashley PoynterJan 145 min read
Creating a health & wellness plan for 2020
Start the new year off right by getting and staying in shape using this simple plan
Ashley PoynterJan 95 min read
5 New Year's health resolutions worth keeping
Sticking to a new years resolution is always tough - here's some way to make sure your resolution causes lasting change
Ashley PoynterJan 74 min read
I missed open enrollment. Now what?
You reckless buffoon - luckily all is not lost. Here's how to enroll in a health insurance plan if you missed open enrollment
Ashley PoynterJan 24 min read
Why keeping a steady schedule may be good for your health
There are some pretty surprising advantages to keeping a regular schedule - here are some to consider
Ashley PoynterDec 31, 20195 min read
Is meditation good for your health?
Yes.
Nick SomanDec 30, 20193 min read
2019: A Decent Year in Review
What a year - Decent went from loose concept to a full blown company providing access to health insurance plans for hundreds of freelancers
Ashley PoynterDec 19, 20195 min read
How to ring in the new year with less anxiety
Here are some simple ways to reduce your stressors in the new year
Ashley PoynterDec 17, 20195 min read
Is your sleep hygiene up to par?
Having trouble sleeping? Here are some simple ways to increase your sleep quality
Nick SomanDec 13, 20191 min read
Dr. Chris Larson talks Decent
Learn why one of our primary care doctors enrolled in our plans after learning more about them
Ashley PoynterDec 12, 20195 min read
DO vs. MD - what's the difference?
Learn the difference between Osteopathic Doctors and Medical Doctors here
Ashley PoynterDec 11, 20192 min read
Austin Chamber recognizes Decent in our mission to improve healthcare for the self-employed
The Austin Chamber of Commerce had some big words to say about Decent recently - here's what they think about us
Ashley PoynterDec 10, 20195 min read
What's the deal with telemedicine?
Learn why telemedicine has gone from a nice perk to an essential part of your health insurance package
Ashley PoynterDec 10, 20197 min read
How to Build the Ultimate Freelancer Benefit Package
Learn how to set up your benefits package like if you had a whole HR department working for you
Ashley PoynterDec 5, 20195 min read
Generation g(Apps): primary care vs. technology
Millennials engage with technology differently than generations before them - here's how that's trickled down to their healthcare
Ashley PoynterDec 3, 20195 min read
Patient's view: why Direct Primary Care is the preferred health care model
See how the day to day experience with Direct Primary Care differs from what you've learned to expect from your doctors
Ashley PoynterNov 29, 20193 min read
What does "off exchange" health insurance mean
As you're looking into your health insurance options - you've probably heard "on exchange" and "off exchange" terms, here's what they mean
Ashley PoynterNov 26, 20195 min read
What is the difference between healthcare sharing plans and commercial health plans?
You might have been hearing about "health sharing ministries," here's how they stack up against conventional health insurance plans
Ashley PoynterNov 21, 20195 min read
Traveling for the holidays? Here's how to stay healthy on the road (or in the air)
Here's how to put your health first while traveling this holiday season
Ashley PoynterNov 19, 20195 min read
Health insurance mistakes: what NOT to do as a freelancer
As a freelancer, you're in the driver's seat when it comes to your health insurance. Here are some mistakes to avoid