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Arm Yourself With Resources 4085

You’ve come so far on this gratitude journey — don’t stop now! Take some time today to think about how you can maintain a grateful attitude the rest of the year. Here are a few ways to keep going: Put a gratitude list on a sticky note and put it on your bathroom mirror Keep your gratitude notepad by your bedside and continue to write something new each day Use a ...

Make Gratitude A Habit 4084

You have focused on practicing gratitude during this challenge, it’s important to keep this practice going. Daily habits of gratitude can attract and maintain joy in your life . Happiness is key to a life full of health and wellness. Habits take time to develop, but the more you do now, the more successful you’ll be long term. Let’s work today to instill ...

Show Others What Gratitude Looks Like 4083

Sometimes people are hesitant to be the first to do something. That’s especially true with random acts of kindness or gratefulness. Step up to the challenge and set an example for those around you — they are watching! While practicing physical distancing (of course), incorporate one of these ideas into your day: Hold the door open for someone When ...

Answer A Daily Gratitude Question 4082

  With so much going on in the world right now, it’s hard to focus on the good. Reminders can help. That’s what this challenge is designed to do: provide you with a daily tool to help you stay focused on what’s important. Try  Gratefulness.org’s Daily Questions. Every day, the website posts a new question to get (or keep) you focused on gratitude. For ...

Play Gratitude Fill-in-the-blank 4081

“The root of joy is gratefulness.” – David Steindl-Rast  Congratulations! You’re halfway through our Cultivate Gratitude challenge. Let’s have some fun to celebrate! Get your mind in a joyful place by thinking more broadly. Take a few moments to answer these gratitude prompts with whatever comes to mind: A strength of mine I’m grateful for is… ...

Plan An Appreciation Break For Yourself 4080

It's day 5 of the Cultivate Gratitude challenge. Thank yourself! You are an amazing nurse, showing care and dedication.  To show gratitude to yourself, ask what makes you joyful? Today, jot down 10 things that truly fill you up. Make a list of what you love to do. Your list may include getting a massage, spending time with a friend, or dancing to a favorite ...

Open Up To Others 4079

It's day 4 of the Cultivate Gratitude challenge. Let’s spread more gratitude today. When talking with a coworker, friend, or family member, start a conversation about what you’re thankful for. Then get the other person to share their appreciation, as well and share your own answers. Watch as both of your spirits are lifted — all it takes is conversation ...

Recognize Others 4078

It's day 3 of the Cultivate Gratitude challenge. Recognizing nurses for their skills, dedication, and caring is crucial, especially in times of high-stress.  Research shows   that meaningful recognition can renew and replenish a nurse’s commitment to their profession. How often do you recognize and show appreciation to the other nurses in your ...

Are You Ready For Tonight's Event? 4077

    Thank you for registering for our  #healthynurse Coffee Break, powered by CeraVe,  tonight,  December 8, 2021   at   6 PM ET. We look forward to an engaging discussion with you and empathy educator Tena Brown and our nurse panelists on topics of resilience and more. Please access this virtual event via Zoom with the following link: ...

Try An Appreciation Exercise 4076

  It's Day 2 of the Cultivate Gratitude challenge! Appreciation and gratitude start from within. But with the hustle and bustle of everyday life, it’s easy to get distracted. Taking a few moments for an appreciation exercise can help settle the mind and promote a gracious attitude for the rest of the day. Try this heart-centered exercise: Focus on your ...

Count Your Blessings — Literally 4075

It's Day 1 of the Cultivate Gratitude challenge! With the pandemic, we all have experienced loss, sadness, fear, and/or anxiety. But try thinking about any positivity that has come out of this stressful time. For example, have you had more time with loved ones? Have you learned a new skill or rediscovered a hobby? Felt appreciation for an unexpected ...

Stay Consistent 4072

Welcome to Day 10 of the Healthy Holidays Challenge, powered by Compass One Healthcare! A healthy, nutrient-filled diet shouldn’t be a short-term plan. The best way to make your nutrition the best it can be is to take the tips from the previous 9 days and use them every day through the holidays and beyond. That means: Adding more unprocessed, whole foods ...

Grab The H2O! 4067

Welcome to Day 9 of the Healthy Holidays Challenge, powered by Compass One Healthcare! Water is involved in almost every physiological function in the body. It’s a critical component of a healthy diet. As busy nurses who barely have time for bathroom breaks, it’s hard to willingly chug that bottle of water. But drinking enough water is one of the best ...

Treat Yourself, In Moderation 4065

Welcome to Day 8 of the Healthy Holidays Challenge, powered by Compass One Healthcare! You can’t give up your favorite treats and sweets cold turkey (nor should you). You will be much more successful in your effort to eat healthier if you don’t deprive yourself of foods you love. Today, we’re encouraging you to treat yourself sparingly. Do you love ...

Consider A Mocktail Offering At The Next Holiday Meal 4064

Welcome to Day 7 of the Healthy Holidays Challenge, powered by Compass One Healthcare! It’s easy for calories to add up at holiday gatherings, especially when there’s alcohol involved. But drinking your calories isn’t as beneficial for your body from a nutrition standpoint — and it’s certainly not as filling. One small step you can make to improve your ...

Are Whole Foods On Your Menu? 4062

Welcome to Day 6 of the Healthy Holidays Challenge, powered by Compass One Healthcare! A nutritious diet isn’t just about eating fewer unhealthy foods. It’s also about eating more beneficial foods. We’re talking about whole, unprocessed foods like: Fruits Vegetables Whole grains Beans Green Raw nuts and seeds Today, add more of the foods on ...

De-Stress In Non-Food-Related Ways 4061

Welcome to Day 5 of the Healthy Holidays Challenge, powered by Compass One Healthcare! By the time you sit down for a meal, you’re probably physically hungry and emotionally depleted. Does this sound familiar? The combination of these circumstances can quickly lead to emotional eating, which often involves less-than-healthy food choices. It’s ...

Make Healthy Substitutions 4059

Welcome to Day 4 of the Healthy Holidays Challenge, powered by Compass One Healthcare! During the holidays, you can’t escape classic recipes like stuffing and mashed potatoes. Or can you? If you’re preparing the meal or bringing a dish to a gathering, contribute a healthy (yet delicious) substitute. Cauliflower is a versatile, low-carb, ...

Go Small, More Often 4057

Welcome to Day 3 of the Healthy Holidays Challenge, powered by Compass One Healthcare! When it comes to portion sizes smaller is sometimes better. During the holiday season remind yourself that moderation is key. You can have some of that pie you love but try to keep the portion small. Another tip to consider is choosing a smaller-sized plate. No matter ...

Prepare In Advance 4056

Welcome to Day 2 of the Healthy Holidays Challenge, powered by Compass One Healthcare! Only 56% of nurses report having access to healthy food during work hours. And, almost half of nurses report eating fast food once or twice a week, and 40% eat fast food three or more times a week. It’s not always easy to find healthy foods while at work during long shifts ...

Embrace What Works For You 4054

Welcome to Day 1 of the Healthy Holidays Challenge, powered by Compass One Healthcare! Let’s start this challenge on a positive note by recognizing the progress you’ve made BEFORE we even begin. Everyone has healthy habits hidden within the hustle and bustle of the day-to-day. What are yours? Now is not the time to start a juice cleanse or cut out your ...

Keep Moving & Stay Mindful 4047

Congratulations, you made it to the last day of the Mindful Movement Challenge, powered by Humana! We hope you enjoyed getting active while focusing on your mental health this past week and a half. While we’ve reached the end of the challenge, your mindful movement doesn’t have to stop here. In fact, we encourage you to keep your physical activity as ...

Move With A Mantra! 4046

Welcome to day 9 of the  Mindful Movement challenge, powered by Humana! When you exercise today, do it with a positive mind. Choose a special mantra to repeat inside your head as you work out. No matter what you do — whether it’s going for a jog, doing an online workout, riding a bicycle, or enjoying a walk outside — do it while repeating an optimistic phrase. ...

Dance It Out! 4045

Welcome to day 8 of the  Mindful Movement challenge, powered by Humana! You already know how physical activity benefits your mental and emotional health. Now let’s add another element into the mix: Music. Research proves that music has a positive effect on emotional well-being, including: Improving mood Decreasing anxiety Managing stress If you ...

Tackle A Chore You’ve Been Putting Off 4044

Welcome to day 7 of the  Mindful Movement challenge, powered by Humana! We’ve all got things to do around the house that we push to the bottom of our to-do lists. As we enter the height of fall and approach the start of winter, what better time to cross those must-do items off your list? If it’s a chore that gets you moving, it’ll do your body good. And if you are ...

Bring Out The Younger You 4042

Welcome to day 6 of the  Mindful Movement challenge, powered by Humana! Remember when you were a child, before adult responsibilities added extra stressors to your day? For many people, times were simpler when they were younger. Not to mention you got so much physical activity from running, jumping, climbing, and playing. Today, we challenge you to do ...

Get Your Hands Dirty This Weekend! 4041

Welcome to day 5 of the  Mindful Movement challenge, powered by Humana ! You may be wondering, what does dirt have to do with mindful movement?  Gardening has multiple mental health benefits . It’s been shown to: Reduce stress Boost mood Help addiction recovery Foster human connections Improve memory Whether it’s planting something, weeding ...

Try Movement Meditation 4039

Welcome to day 4 of the  Mindful Movement challenge, powered by Humana! When most people think of meditation, they think of stillness. But there is such a thing as meditation that relaxes the mind while moving the body — it’s called qigong (pronounced chee-gong), which literally translates to “energy work.” In this Asian form of yoga, specialized ...

Work Out With A Friend 4038

Welcome to day 3 of the  Mindful Movement challenge, powered by Humana! There’s something calming about knowing you’re not alone. Maybe it’s the sense of camaraderie, or the reassurance that someone else understands what you’re going through (because they’re going through it, too.) Either way, research shows that social connections help improve ...

Decompress With A Walk Through Nature 4037

Welcome to day 2 of the  Mindful Movement challenge, powered by Humana! You already know that movement is good for mental health. But did you know that being outside can also boost your mood ? Why not combine both benefits into one mood-boosting nature walk? Find a nearby trail with this search tool called All Trails . Grab a loved one, a good pair of walking ...

Get Your Stretch On! 4036

Welcome to day 1 of the  Mindful Movement challenge, powered by Humana! You know how when you wake up (before getting out of bed), your body naturally stretches without thinking twice? It feels good to “wake up” your muscles after a full night’s rest. Stretching is healthy and beneficial for the body (and mind). It can help reduce body aches, keep you ...

Challenge Yourself 4022

  You’ve come a long way in your hydration journey over the past 10 days. We’re proud of you! But it’s not over yet! Your body needs proper hydration every day. Today, we’re encouraging you to challenge yourself by sticking to a few hydration rules. Make yourself drink more water during certain everyday occurrences. For example, drink a glass of water ...

Try A New, Hydrating Recipe 4021

You can hack your hydration in ways beyond drinking water. Experts recommend that 80% of fluid intake comes liquids.  However, the remaining amount may come from foods that you are already eating.  Today, try a new recipe that’s loaded with refreshing, hydrating ingredients! Try one of the following recipes here or download the recipes by clicking on ...

Drink Before (and After) Exercise 4019

  Do you try to exercise on a regular basis? That’s great! You’ve got this healthy lifestyle habit down — now let’s add to it. If you don’t exercise regularly, that’s OK — you can double up on your healthy habits today. Any time you exercise — whether it’s a quick 10-minute walk around campus or a sweat-inducing HIIT workout — drink a glass of water. Have one ...

Make It A Routine 4018

Do you know how you instinctively go to the bathroom after waking up in the morning? Or check your social media on your phone? Or pour a cup of coffee? These habits are so engrained into your routine that you probably don’t notice you’re doing them. That’s what we want you to do today (and every day) with hydration. Pick a few times throughout your day to drink ...

DYK Certain Diets Can Cause Dehydration? 4017

Hydration doesn’t just come from the fluids you drink. Certain lifestyle habits — including what you eat — can affect how hydrated you are. And some of the most popular eating plans can make you more dehydrated. Lauren Rocha, Registered Dietitian-Nutritionist, points out, “water plays a role in fat, carbohydrate, and protein metabolism. Adequate ...

Lower Your Caffeine Intake 4016

If you drink caffeine in moderation, it won’t dehydrate you . But too much of anything is bad for the body, and caffeine is no exception. Today and moving forward, stick to no more than 4 to 5mg of caffeine per kilogram of body weight (2.2 pounds per kilogram ). That means if you weigh 150 pounds, you should drink no more than 340mg of caffeine per day. That’s a ...

Lean On A Hydration App 4015

Technology can do wondrous things for hydration. There are so many supportive and convenient mobile apps to help you: Track your H2O intake Remember to drink more water See how close you are to reaching your daily goal Connect how you feel with your water intake through historical insights WaterMinder is an exciting option. First, set your daily ...

Take Advantage Of Hydration Stations 4013

  Does your organization have hydration stations? If so, now’s the time to start using them. Health care organizations are allowed to define and establish safe eating and drinking areas for employees. Hydration stations are secure, designated areas where you can store your beverage and return to drink it. If your organization doesn’t have hydration ...

Time It Out 4012

Are you a planner? If you prefer to get organized in advance, you’ll enjoy today’s tip. Divide your daily hydration goal into mini goals throughout the day. For example, let’s say you’re aiming to drink 90 ounces of water per day. You can break that into 9 opportunities to drink 10 ounces each time. Now that you know how many times you need to drink water, ...

Set A (Realistic) Daily Goal  4010

Welcome to day 1 of the Hack Your Hydration Challenge, powered by Compass One Healthcare.   You’re embarking on a hydration challenge with the goal of drinking more water. That’s great! But we also know you’ve got certain barriers, like a busy schedule, infection control procedures, and PPE, that limit how much (and how often) you can drink. To kickoff ...

Keep your eyes open 4002

Welcome to day 10 of the  Stride-and-Seek Challenge, Powered by Humana ! Congrats on finishing the #healthynurse Step Up & Reconnect Challenge, Part 2! While our 10-day challenge has come to an end, your new routine of going on walks/runs with renewed perspective doesn’t have to. Continue to challenge yourself to turn off technology and notice more of ...

Look For Someone Like You 4001

Welcome to day 9 of the  Stride-and-Seek Challenge, Powered by Humana ! You are not alone. Thousands of other people are working hard to take better care of themselves, get enough exercise, and eat healthier. If you open your eyes, you’ll see that they’re all around you. That’s why today’s scavenger hunt item is to look for another person who is out for a ...

Have A Playout! 4000

Welcome to day 8 of the  Stride-and-Seek Challenge, Powered by Humana ! When you were a child, did you love to ride your bike to the nearest park? Or maybe a family member would drive you to a playground for some time outside. There’s something nostalgic and carefree about a big, colorful playground plopped in the middle of a grassy park. Today’s scavenger ...

Spy A Fruit Tree 3999

Welcome to day 7 of the  Stride-and-Seek Challenge, Powered by Humana ! Summer is the prime time for fruits of all types. And we don’t have to get into the specifics of why fruits are so good for you — we’re sure you already know that. But both are good reasons for making today’s scavenger hunt about fruit trees. As you get your steps in, keep your eyes peeled ...

Bring A Buddy 3998

Welcome to day 6 of the   Stride-and-Seek Challenge, Powered by Humana ! Part of this challenge is about steps, and the other part is about reconnecting. Today’s focus is on both. Invite a friend or family member along for your walk/jog and use the time to catch up. BONUS: It’s even better if it’s someone you haven’t seen in a while. Research shows that ...

Spot A Blue-colored Bird 3997

Welcome to day 5 of the   Stride-and-Seek Challenge, Powered by Humana ! On Day 2 of this challenge, we encouraged you to look for wildlife that didn’t include birds. Today, we want you to zone in on our aviary friends, but specifically look for a blue one. This can be anything from a: Thrush Blue jay Mountain bluebird Songbird Indigo bunting ...

Capture A Flag 3995

Welcome to day 4 of the  Stride-and-Seek Challenge, Powered by Humana ! Remember the classic childhood game called capture the flag? Today, let’s get into that same kind of mindset during your walk or jog. While you don’t have to physically “capture” it, we’re on the hunt for a flag. Summer is a patriotic time of year since Independence Day falls right in ...

Appreciate Architecture 3994

Welcome to day 3 of the  Stride-and-Seek Challenge, Powered by Humana ! Do you have a walking route you love because of the beautiful buildings and houses? Is there a particular piece of architecture that wows you? Today is the day to find it, document it, and share it with us.  Whether you love that Victorian house on the edge of town, the mysterious Tudor ...

Welcome The Wildlife! 3991

Welcome to day 2 of the  Stride-and-Seek Challenge, Powered by Humana! Explore nature during your walk today! Keep a lookout for any kind of wildlife. We’re talking about non-domesticated animals, so cats and dogs don’t count. Of course you’ll see birds, but let’s go broader. What about squirrels, chipmunks, deer, beavers, or wild turkeys? ...

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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!