Mental Health People with passive-aggressive behaviors show hostility and aggression in passive ways. Their aim is to resist job and social demands. Examples of passive-aggressive behaviors are: * “Forgetting” to do something on purpose * Making a habit of putting off or being late with social and/or job tasks * Failing to do one’s share […]
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Mental Health Care Start counting the number of times you laugh a day. Set a goal to laugh more. * Check out funny YouTube videos. * Watch comedy shows and movies. * Get a joke sent to your email every day, such as throughajokeaday.com. * Act like a kid – tell and laugh at your
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Mental Health Don’t let mental wrath create physical problems. “Holding on to anger is like grasping a hot coal with the intent of throwing it at someone else; you are the one who gets burned.” – Buddha Too much or chronic anger can lead to depression, headaches, heart disease, high blood pressure, or problems with
Mental Health Care A clear home can help create a calmer mind. The act of de-cluttering can be emotionally cleansing. Start by evaluating what you have, one room at a time, and how it reflects your current values and lifestyle. Focus on having things in your space that truly connect with your purpose, your loved
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Mental Health Anger is a natural response to frustration and/or events that cause displeasure. Too much or pent up anger can play a role in mental and physical problems. Chronic anger can lead to illnesses, drug and alcohol problems, headaches, domestic violence, etc. Anger turned inward can result in depression. Anger can also be a
Stress Management Starting your day with a race to get ready might be part of your routine, but it’s not doing the rest of your day any favors. A morning ritual, on the other hand, can start your day with calm, focus, and intention. It makes you more proactive, helps you manage your emotions, and
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Stress Management We’re a nation of worrywarts. The National Institute of Mental Health reports that anxiety is the most frequently reported mental health problem. Nearly 13 million Americans spend the better part of their day feeling anxious. That’s a lot of worry. What is worry, anyway? It is a stream of thoughts focused on the
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Stress Management Let your stress float away. Do things that make you laugh. Express your creative side. Write. Paint. Do a hobby. Stretch muscles to relieve tension. Take deep breaths. Meditate. Relax with soothing music, a warm bath or shower, etc. Escape to a place (or picture a scene) where you feel calm, happy, and
Stress Management Mindfulness means paying close attention to your thoughts and feelings, on purpose, in the present moment, but without judging them in any way. It’s the opposite of being on auto-pilot all the time, which can take a toll on physical and mental health. With many techniques to choose from, practicing mindfulness every day
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Stress Management Retrain your brain to wipe out negative thoughts. If negative thoughts keep running through your head, it may be time to put on a pair of rose-colored glasses. Looking at life’s challenges in a more positive way can improve your physical well-being and even increase your life span! People who see the glass
