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Social Health Both you and others benefit. Gallup surveys in 130 countries show people with higher personal well-being are more likely to say they give time, money, or help to others in their communities. A community can be: * Your neighborhood, city, county, state, or country * Your place of worship * Societies or groups […]
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Home Safety The first step in coping with a crisis is to recognize what is happening. Part of this is to accept the feelings and reactions you have as normal responses to an abnormal event. Some reactions show that your body and mind are on a high state of alert. Others are part of the
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Social Health Do the work you love and work at loving what you do. A recent survey found that only 19 percent of workers in the U.S. and Canada were satisfied with their jobs; 16 percent were “somewhat satisfied,” and about two-thirds were not happy. Workers say they are not happy due to little or
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Mental Health Bipolar disorder is a mood disorder and should be diagnosed by a professional. It used to be called manic-depressive illness. With bipolar disorder, there are feelings of terrible “lows” and there may also be periods of extreme “highs.” With these “highs,” a person feels happy, giddy, elated or euphoric (mania). These cycles of
Medical Care Giving blood is very safe. Every 2 seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood. Approximately 29,000 blood donations are needed every day. To donate blood, you must be at least 17 years old, weigh more than 110 pounds and be in good health. Find out about other guidelines for donating blood fromredcross.org. Giving
Financial Health Make a plan to live within your means. No matter what your income, having a budget helps you plan and manage your money. It also helps you get a grip on your spending. You can use a budget-making tool, such as a free one from the websitewww.mint.com. You can write one on your
Home Safety Don’t be an easy target for thieves. Most home burglaries are the work of amateurs who are looking for a quick in and out. Make it look like someone is at home, especially while you are away. Dos: * Inspect all locks on exterior doors. If they can be opened with a screwdriver
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Financial Health Give yourself a present. Keep holiday spending within your means. * Set a limit on what you will spend. * Make a list before you shop. * Buy from stores that offer layaway plans. * Avoid impulse buying. Leave your credit cards at home. * Shop less – in stores, online, and while
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Work Life Career, family, and a personal life. You can have it all, can’t you? Absolutely! But when the demands of work overtake the demands of your family and personal life, you can suffer chronic stress and burnout. And miss out on some of the best things in life. Sometimes it takes effort to balance
Mental Health Care Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. If you or a loved one has an emotional or mental health problem, see your doctor for diagnosis and treatment. The goal of mental health counseling and other treatment options is to draw upon your strengths to help you resolve your problems. For
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