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Stress Management The benefits of play include creativity, release of tension and stress, and relaxation. * Plan active play time with your children outdoors. Play in the leaves. * Enjoy board games or card games with your children or friends. * Wear a costume on Halloween − or any day, just for the fun of […]
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Weight Control Eating mindfully is one way to practice mindfulness. Being aware of every bite you eat by being present in that moment allows you to taste and savor food more completely. You will be less distracted by what is going on around you, which may help cut down on portions, realize when you’re full,
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Fitness We all know exercise is good for us, but sometimes we need something more to get us up and moving. How about finding a cause that speaks deeply to you – breast cancer, diabetes, Alzheimer’s disease, mental health, etc. There’s likely a fitness-related fundraiser in your area to benefit a worthy cause along with
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Nutrition One of the most popular rites of summer is the outdoor cookout. Unfortunately, evidence suggests that foods cooked on a charcoal, gas, or electric grill may be hazardous to your health. The National Academy of Science has discovered a possible link between the grilling of food and the development of what are believed to
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Healthy Travel Traveling with children can be very trying-you try to keep them from getting tired, bored, hungry, sick, or lost. Here are a few strategies to help you succeed. * Make sure your child has had all immunizations required or recommended for travel. * Have each child wear an identification tag that includes his
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Stress Management Managing your emotions well means learning to express them at the right time, and recognizing when they are influencing your actions too much. Hone four skills to calm your body and mind: * Relax your muscles * Be fully present in the moment * Do deep breathing exercises * Plan relaxation time Be
Weight Control * Calories from snacking throughout the day add up quickly. * To find out how many calories you get from snacks, keep a food journal. * Use a tracking tool, such as smartphone apps like MyFitness Pal. * Once you see where excess calories come from, eat less and move more. * Instead
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Stress Management Set career and personal goals that have meaning for you and that can be achieved. * Do your best. * Accept that you don’t have to be perfect. * When something is bothering you, speak up. Do so with tact, clarity, and respect. * If you feel overwhelmed with your workload, discuss solutions
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Stress Management * Avoid things that cause stress, as much as you can. * Do something that you enjoy and look forward to doing. * Develop a positive attitude. * Relax with deep breathing, soothing music, or quiet time. Take a warm shower or bath. * Exercise every day. Walk or do another aerobic activity.
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Substance Use & Abuse Talk to your kids about the dangers of drinking. Alcohol is a dangerous drug for underage drinkers. Statistics show that kids who drink are more likely to be involved in alcohol-related traffic accidents, have serious problems at school, and be victims of violence, including date rape. Facts and figures about these
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