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ChristiM

When was the last time you took more than an hour for yourself to recharge, recover, or relax?

ChristiM May '26
ChristiM

Worries and anxiety keeping you from falling asleep? You aren't alone. The below article, "Trailing Thoughts? Expert Advice On How To Worry Less And Sleep More" has relaxation tips to help calm your mind for sleep, and other ideas for ...

ChristiM May '26
ChristiM

We've all heard about people using white noise machines to help them get better sleep, but did you know there are other "noise colors" that could work better for you? Learn more here:

What's the Best "Noise Color" for Quality Sleep?

ChristiM May '26
ChristiM

Ever driven home from a long shift and found yourself asleep behind the wheel? Have you ever been so tired, you have trouble remembering things you know normally? It sounds like you are not prioritizing your sleep. Sleep is vital, not ...

ChristiM May '26
ChristiM

Do you have a bedtime routine to help you get better sleep? What does that look like?

ChristiM May '26
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Feeling Tired? This month, the HNHN Challenge is focusing on rest and restoring your energy! Join us for new activities to improve your sleep and recovery, as well as learning how your daily routines are influencing your energy ...

ChristiM May '26
cklink90 cklink90 May '26

I am not sure where to ask this question, but I am trying to do the Optimity Bonus Challenge and I am not seeing ...

ChristiM ChristiM May '26

@cklink90 Once you've downloaded the app, if you're on the home page of the app, there should be a shortcut to the ...

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ena2192

How do you all wind down after a busy and stressful 12+ hour shift? I find that even when I want to do nothing more than shower and go to sleep at the end of a long day my brain won't turn off and let me sleep sometimes! Today I am making a ...

ena2192 Apr '26
ChristiM ChristiM Apr '26

@ena2192 I love this commitment. The articles I sent on your other comment, I found very helpful. I've also found a ...

alejgarc05

I commit to hanging out with friends regularly to manage the hardships in which nursing school can impose as the escape from the classroom can facilitate peace while amongst others 37459373c0177571aba2b00a78a22010-huge-20260106_053836679_ios.jpg

alejgarc05 Mar '26
ChristiM ChristiM Mar '26

@alejgarc05 Great commitment! Having good friends and people you can relate to and spend time with is so important ...

Olivia DuPuis

I commit to using coloring as a regular form of rest and relaxation, allowing myself time to unwind, reduce stress, and recharge so I can remain focused and present in my role as a student nurse. 

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Olivia DuPuis Mar '26
ChristiM ChristiM Mar '26

@Olivia DuPuis Great commitment!  I noticed a lot of commitments on the site lately to color for stress relief. It ...

Chynwesky
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Commit to sleeping 8 hours daily

Chynwesky Mar '26
ChristiM ChristiM Mar '26

@Chynwesky Great commitment! If you head over to the Rest domain, there are a ton of articles on how to get better ...

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Healthy Nurse, Healthy Nation™ Blog - Nurses, Get Better Sleep And Improve Your Heart Health 4307

Sleep may feel like a reward, especially after working a 12-hour shift. But it’s more than just a luxury. Sleep plays a critical role in how your body repairs itself and functions. Not getting enough can be detrimental to your health — particularly your heart health.  

Added by Holly E Carpenter, RN, BSN Blog Rest 01/20/2023
Healthy Nurse, Healthy Nation™ Blog - Trailing Thoughts? Expert Advice On How To Worry Less And Sleep More 4137

“Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a battle you know nothing about.” – Wendy Mass Not only are our “battles” challenging while we’re awake, but they can also disrupt our sleep. Americans continue to lose precious sleep due to daily struggles. The daily struggles of nurses across the country are compounded even further with the pandemic. They ...

Added by Holly E Carpenter, RN, BSN Blog Rest 03/16/2022
Healthy Nurse, Healthy Nation™ Blog - Your Diet Could Be Affecting Your Sleep 3167

By Ms. Amy Highland Your body needs sleep to regulate emotions , fight off infection , and heal from daily use and stress. If you're struggling to get a full seven to nine hours of sleep, what you eat and when you eat it could be part of the problem. The right food choices (and meal timing) help fuel your body with the nutrients needed for better (and more) ...

Added by Holly E Carpenter, RN, BSN Blog Rest 03/05/2019