Wellness

Movement helps physical and mental health. As little as 51 minutes a WEEK (only 7 minutes a day) can reduce stress and increase happiness. Even if you can’t commit to exercise, standing up every 30 minutes is great for your health.

Hitting the snooze for only 20 minutes can help relax and rejuvenate.

Try to wear bright colors like yellow or orange. These colors are associated with energy and optimism. Try it! It’ll give your mood a boost.

Start your day with a healthy routine. Drink a glass of water first thing in the morning (ok, then you can have coffee).

Try to have a healthy, balanced diet full of colorful, real foods (not just chips and candy). Healthy eating helps you feel more engaged, curious, creative, and fulfilled.

Limit “blue light” before bed – turn off electronics and try not to check texts or email. Blue light can trick your brain into thinking it is daytime. So, power down to increase your sleep quality and quantity. 

Do something kind for someone else. Performing random acts of kindness activates your brain with “feel good” emotions.

In the morning and/or evening, take a minute and list things you are grateful for. Being grateful can have a profound effect on decreasing overall stress levels and help you sleep!

The only difference between a good day and a bad day is your attitude. Think positive – you got this!

Mindfulness can increate concentration, improve attention, decrease anxiety, and decrease stress. It doesn’t take long to be mindful and in the moment. Try the Mindfulness Five: Close your eyes. Breathe. Think of:

• 5 things you can see
• 4 things you can feel
• 3 things you can hear
• 2 things you can smell
• 1 thing you can taste

• You don’t have to do everything or be everything. And, you certainly don’t have to do it all at once. Block your calendar and chunk your “to do” list. Get the more important items done first.
• Remember to block off time for a break and intentionally do something for yourself.

• Repeat to yourself: I am strong enough. I am smart enough. I can do this. I got this.
• Believe. Trust the process.