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HEALTHY EATING Mental health may seem like it’s all about thoughts and feelings, but your diet plays a role in how your brain functions. Your food choices may contribute to declining mental health. On the flip side, a quality diet may help manage mental health struggles. For optimal mental health, what you eat matters. Good […]
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WELL-BEING Staying motivated to make healthy choices can be challenging. That’s why connecting with others who share your goals can be so effective. Getting involved in a wellness program helps you stay on track and successfully make positive changes. * Take advantage of your workplace wellness activities and programs. * Take an exercise class at
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SUCCESS OVER STRESS Keeping a journal can benefit your mental health. Anyone dealing with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, or just day-to-day stress may find journaling to be a useful self-care tool. There are no right or wrong ways to keep a mental health journal. Use the journal in whatever way is beneficial to you. Remember
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SUCCESS OVER STRESS If you’ve tried to meditate but struggled to succeed, you are not alone. Meditation is an art as well as a practice. For many people, meditation doesn’t come naturally. But it is a skill you can get better at with practice. Try these free or low-cost apps to get you started. Ten
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FINANCIAL HEALTH If you’re not close to retirement, you may not think much about your Social Security statement. But you can – and should – check it once a year. Here’s why: * There could be errors in your wages that need to be corrected. * You can see how much you’ve paid into Social
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BE FIT Movement doesn’t just strengthen your body. Your mental health and well-being benefit from regular exercise, too. When you move your body, every part of you feels better. This includes your thoughts, feelings, and emotions. What’s good for the body is good for the brain. While exercise is not a replacement for mental health
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HEALTHY EATING Warm fruits: comfort food for chilly months When you think of fruit, do you picture cold watermelon in the summer? Or crisp, fresh-picked apples in the fall? Fruit can be a wintertime comfort food, too. Just add heat! Cooking fruit not only brings out its sweet flavor, but it can be a warm,
SUCCESS OVER STRESS Loneliness is a risk factor for poor physical and mental health. Social support and connection are critical to well-being. While there are many reasons someone may feel lonely, social isolation is often at play. As we age, many people experience an increase in the amount of time spent alone. If this leads
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WORK LIFE Your skin is the largest organ on your body, and it has important functions. When it’s healthy, your skin helps: * Regulate your body’s temperature * Keep invaders like bacteria and fungus out * Protect you from the elements, such as cold and sun Your job & your skin Your skin needs care
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HEALTHY EATING If you’ve never cooked with barley before, fear not. It’s as easy to prepare as rice or oatmeal and just as delicious. Barley can easily be added to soups and salads or substituted for rice in dishes, such as stir fry and curry. So grab yourself some whole grain barley and get cooking.
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