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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 […]
Mental Health Anxiety is a feeling of dread, fear, or distress. This can be from a real threat or one that exists in the mind. A panic attack is a brief period of acute anxiety that comes on all of a sudden. It occurs when there is no real danger. It comes without warning. Signs
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Home Safety Most accidents happen at home. If you think your house is “home, safe home,” take a look around. At first glance it may look orderly, but certain common trouble spots can lead to cuts, falls, burns, or other injuries. The following room-by-room checklist can alert you to accidents waiting to happen. Kitchen *
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Mental Health Care Studies strongly suggest that people with strong religious and spiritual beliefs: 1. Have a stronger immune system 2. Have lower blood pressure 3. Have less anxiety and depression 4. Are better able to deal with arthritis, cancer, diabetes, heart disease, and other chronic illnesses 5. Heal faster from surgery Take Action: Connect
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Personal Safety Wellness is more than not being sick. It includes: 1. Your physical health 2. Your mental and emotional health 3. Your social and community health 4. Your financial health 5. Your spiritual health Wellness goals include: * Feeling healthy and having the energy to do your daily activities * Having a purpose and
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Fitness Move more, even when you sit. Chances are you don’t have one of those newfangled treadmill desks in your office. That shouldn’t stop you from adding exercise into your work schedule. If you get breaks, use them to march up and down the stairs or walk around the building a few times. Or, go
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Weight Control Keep a daily food and activity diary. How many calories have you consumed today? Your best guess is likely 10 to 25 percent less than you think. To find out how many calories you do have, keep a daily food diary. And, while you are at it, record your physical activity, too. Burning
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Fitness * Start slowly. Build gradually. * Aim for at least 30 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise 5 or more days per week. * You receive health benefits even if you exercise at least 10 minutes at a time. * You can get to the peak of Mt. Rainier (14,410 feet) without leaving your home! Climb
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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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Healthy Travel You’ll enjoy your trip much more if you don’t have to worry about how things are going back home while you’re away. Use this checklist of tasks before you travel. It can help give you peace of mind while you’re gone. * Take care of any maintenance problems before you leave to prevent
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