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It's day 5 of the Bring in the Joy challenge. When you do experience joy, share it! Studies suggest that telling others about your positive experiences can make them happier too. When other people tell you about their good times, soak it in. So talk about fun times with your coworkers, friends, loved ones or us on Facebook ! Post pictures on social ...
It's day 4 of the Bring in the Joy challenge. Taking vacation is good for your health and well-being. And it’s not just the time off work, but also anticipating your trip that makes it so joyful. Even if you’re not ready to plan your vacation, start thinking of where you’d like to go and what you’d like to do. Not ready for a weeklong trip? Then add something ...
It's day 3 of the Bring in the Joy challenge. To allow joy in, you need space for it. Schedule an activity this week that will give you a restful break. Read a magazine while getting a pedicure or foot massage, spend time in nature, or even cancel an activity that you don’t want to do and get some rest instead. Our discussion has some great tips on how to take ...
It's day 2 of the Bring in the Joy challenge. We want funny things to just happen and crack us up, but there’s no guarantee that will happen every day — unless you actively look for things that make you laugh. Seek out the funny. Here are some ideas: Search YouTube for funny TV shows or late-night monologues. Find a good meme or video online ( here's one! ...
It's day 1 of the Bring in the Joy challenge. Before you can add more joy to your life, you need to know what makes you joyful. Today, grab a sheet of paper and pen and jot down 10 things that truly fill you up. What do you love to do? Your list may include getting a massage, spending time with a friend, or dancing to a favorite song. Try to come up with unique, yet ...
It's day 5 of the Pets to De-Stress challenge. Today’s mission is to take a picture of any cute animal you see — your own or someone else’s. Keep it on your phone for a quick hit of those feel-good hormones whenever you need a boost. Post a picture of an animal that makes you smile on Facebook group. Find this helpful? Share it with a nurse you know by using ...
It's day 4 of the Pets to De-Stress challenge. To make yourself and an animal in your life happier, do something extra kind. If you own a pet, buy a new toy, serve their favorite food, or play a fun game with them. Or start exercising together! Owning a pet (a dog in particular) automatically adds more activity to your life, since they will need to be walked ...
It's day 3 of the Pets to De-Stress challenge. Not ready for pet ownership? You can still add animals to your life to boost your happiness and reduce stress. Try these ideas: Volunteer at an animal shelter Sign up to be a dog walker or pet sitter through Wag , Rover , or similar apps Offer to walk a neighbor’s dog or care for their pets whenever they’re ...
It's day 2 of the Pets to De-Stress challenge. Today we want you to think about scheduling an animal excursion. You don’t have to physically touch animals to reap the stress-reducing benefits. Today, think about where you can go when you need an animal antidote for stress. Then find time on your calendar this week to get there. Try some of these ...
It's day 1 of the Pets to De-Stress challenge. If you already own a pet, you have a natural stress-reliever right in your home! But think about the last time you truly played with your pet. It’s easy to get caught up in life and just quickly let your dog out in the backyard or give your cat a cursory rub when you fill her food dish. Today, spend 15 minutes ...
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I absolutely LOVE being around water. Being in a swimming pool, floating on my back with my ears under the water, staring up at the sky…… Im basically in heaven!! One of my all time favorite memories is when I had my own private balcony next to the ocean in Cancun Mex., and I left the door open every night to feel the ocean breeze and hear the waves…. again, heaven...
yes meditating while walking is great! You're active, but getting relaxed at the same time!
it also works for me. I use it to talk to God and it works. It is relaxing and soothing.
I did the standing calf raises, the push ups and took the stairs between documenting on patients.
Taking care of self is not always easy, so today I challenge myself to indulge in Self Care. Be Well!