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Hope, Health, and Happiness. Would you like to live your life with less stress and more happiness? Discover how to take small steps towards a healthier, happier, more resilient you. Stress is a powerful force in life. It can bring about illness, destroy relationships and cause chaos. There is not a one-size-fits-all coping strategy for dealing with stress. Our goal is to put a plan together that helps us to deal with the sources of stress, take care of ourselves during those stressful times, and allows us to reach out to those around us for support. The Work Smart Live Smart flash briefing focuses on helping you to Harness Your Energy, Build Your Resiliency and Protect Your Mental Health!
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Friday Feb 02, 2024
TIP 1960 – Self-Care Is Like Oxygen
Friday Feb 02, 2024
Friday Feb 02, 2024
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Have you found that when your plate is overloaded with work and family responsibilities, or when you are in a professional, financial, or relationship crisis, your self-care tends to fly out the window?
For some of us, self-care is a luxury that we feel we can not afford to indulge in. There is a quote that I like that says, “How thin can I spread myself before I no longer exist’”
Self-renewal is about transforming yourself. It can give you a fresh take on life. You feel better and more able, more competent and more effective. Self-care is like oxygen. It is essential in order to live a balanced and fulfilled life. If grit is what keeps you going, and resilience is what picks you up, self- renewal is what helps you stay energized.
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Tips For Building Resiliency and Celebrating Self-Renewal Day:
Tip #1 Do A Body Scan. As soon as you wake, ask yourself, “Physically, emotionally, or spiritually, what do I really need to focus on today’” Self-renewing activities include looking after your well-being.
Tip #2 Find Your Tribe. “Build your support network,” When we gather together to “tend and befriend,” our body releases more of the stress-reducing hormone, oxytocin. This makes us feel more hopeful, grateful and resilient.
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Thursday Feb 01, 2024
TIP 1959 – SOB Spunky Old Broads
Thursday Feb 01, 2024
Thursday Feb 01, 2024
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Have you met any S.O.B’s lately? I mean the good kind. The feisty, spirited ones kindly referred to as, Spunky Old Broads.
These are the ladies who live life to the fullest, regardless of their circumstances. They have learned to push forward, find humour and share their spirit with those around them.
I’ve been fortunate to meet some very Spunky ladies – Liked my mom’s cousin Linda, who makes me laugh every time I see her, Virginia who ran her first marathon at the age of 50 and who shared her message of hope with those who were also dealing with severe depression, and Shelle who travels the world for business and still takes the time to make me laugh and be my mentor.
SOB Month celebrates all women over 50, who believe it is never too late to live your dream, be who you want to be, and create and do whatever you want to do.
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Tips For Building Resiliency and Celebrating Spunky Old Broads Month:
I want to be a spunky old broad. I’m not there yet. For me, I take things way too seriously and I fret about the little things. But I believe that it is never too late to learn something new, try something different and strive for all that life has to offer. So I am going to remind myself to let go and laugh a little more and maybe one day I will be known as a SOB.
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Look for my book on Amazon called Stress Out. 52 Weeks To Letting More Life In.
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Wednesday Jan 31, 2024
TIP 1958 - Take Back Your Time
Wednesday Jan 31, 2024
Wednesday Jan 31, 2024
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Does time just slip away from you?
Take Back Your Time is an initiative to challenge this epidemic of time stress.
Studies show that Time Stress threatens our:
Health. It can lead to fatigue, accidents and injuries.
It can threaten our Relationships. As we find less time for each other, our ability to connect, empathize and communicate is impaired.
Preventing illness, slowing down the aging process and living life to the fullest – these are a few of the reasons that we are craving a healthier, more balanced lifestyle.
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So here are Today’s Tips For Building Resiliency and Celebrating Take Back Your Time Week:
Take control of your time by learning how to say no. Say no to things that are outside of your priority. Say no to working late, especially if it is self-imposed.
Say no to extra activities, if you are feeling stretched to thin.
Saying no now, does not mean that it will be a no forever.
When you feel like it is a priority and you have the time to dedicate to the activity without compromising yourself, then it is okay to say yes.
Finally, be realistic with your time. Don’t get caught up in activities that suck away your time, without purposefully scheduling for them. Email, social media and meetings are notorious for eating up more time that we imagine.
Looking for resources to build your healthy workplace? Check out my top 10 tips under Resources and Courses at worksmartlivesmart.com
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Tuesday Jan 30, 2024
TIP 1957 – Vanquishing Vacation Stress
Tuesday Jan 30, 2024
Tuesday Jan 30, 2024
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You have one hour to get to the airport, but you find yourself still stressing out about what clothes to pack and where you’ve hidden the sunscreen.
Stop letting the vacation stress get to you, start breathing, and focus on the next step. If you don’t, you’ll be running around like the proverbial ‘chicken with your head cut off’ and it’ll only get worse.
Vacations are to great to restore resiliency. They can be rejuvenating, but they require planning
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So here are Today’s Tips For Building Resiliency and Celebrating National Plan For Vacation Day:
There is no such thing as the perfect vacation, the first step is to pick and choose your activities wisely. Choose activities that meet with your particular goals. Is your upcoming vacation for relaxation, celebration or relationship renewal’
Remember to plan for when you return home. Ease into and out of vacation mode. There is nothing worse than a person returning from their vacation saying they need a vacation from their vacation.
Looking for more tips to build your resiliency’ Look for my book on Amazon called Stress Out. 52 Weeks To Letting More Life In
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Monday Jan 29, 2024
TIP 1956 – Curmudgeon
Monday Jan 29, 2024
Monday Jan 29, 2024
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According to the Dictionary a curmudgeon can refer to a mood or someone’s whole personality.
Curmudgeons Day is a day to celebrate the cranky people in our lives or a day to allow the cranky person in us to have a day out in the sunshine. It is also a celebration of WC Field who prided himself on being a real curmudgeon.
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So here are Today’s Tips For Building Resiliency and Celebrating Curmudgeon’s Day:
Take stock of what usually brings about your curmudgeonly side. Knowing this can help you to develop strategies to not bring that mood to your workplace.
Sometimes it is okay to allow yourself a day to be cranky. Doing so can help you to move past these feelings and start to see the world in a more positive light.
Don’t let the crankiness of someone else bring you down. Find ways to buffer yourself against their negativity. Try to show them kindness. Buy a cup of coffee for that co-worker who never seems to have a good day. Maybe, an act of kindness can change that person’s whole world.
Discover how to take small steps towards a healthier, happier, less-stressed you by visiting my website at worksmartlivesmart.com
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Sunday Jan 28, 2024
TIP 1955 – Life Balance
Sunday Jan 28, 2024
Sunday Jan 28, 2024
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It is a gorgeous July morning. I have finished watering my newly planted grass seed and now it is time to focus on my business. I am finally feeling like my life is in balance.
This was a reflection on life that I had several years ago. It didn’t mean that my life wasn’t chaotic, but I was feeling satisfied with the time and energy that I was spending on the various aspects of my life.
Sometimes my ‘balance’ lasts for a long time, other times, that balance is fleeting. Balance to me, does not mean equal. Balance means satisfaction.
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Here are today’s Tips For Building Resiliency and Celebrating Life Balance Month:
My First Strategy is the belief that I have a purpose in this world and that this world has a purpose.
Second, is being comfortable with who I am. I am not superhuman. I try my best to take care of myself. My family and my business need me to function.
Third, I enjoy the little things and look for the awesome. In my reflection above, my day started outside, watering and weeding. For me, this is nature at its most glorious and it helps to ground and center me.
Each day I experience different challenges, but these beliefs keep me satisfied with where I am going. How do you create more satisfaction and balance in your life?
If you like today’s wellness tips, let me know. You can leave me a review on amazon or through your #alexa app.
Looking for more ways to build your resiliency? Take my free on-line resiliency test at worksmartlivesmart.com under the resources and courses tab.
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Saturday Jan 27, 2024
TIP 1954 – Thomas Crapper Day
Saturday Jan 27, 2024
Saturday Jan 27, 2024
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The Think Tank - The Log Cabin - The Johnny on the Spot - The Oval Office
Toilets are the most amazing invention that most of us just take for granted.
For some, getting stressed out can cause bathroom and digestive issues.
Some people experience toilet anxiety. Toilet phobia is a term used to describe a number of issues related to using the toilet. It is a type of anxiety condition in which the sufferer may experience concerns and fears about:
Being unable to urinate or defecate
Using a public toilet
Being too far from a toilet
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So here are Today’s Tips For Building Resiliency and Celebrating Thomas Crapper Day:
The experience of toilet anxiety is unique to each individual, and consequently, different treatments will work better for different people.
If your digestive system is acting up it might be an indication to take it easy and try to reduce some stress wherever possible in your life. You can also be mindful of what you're doing, eating, and drinking when you're under pressure to see if that helps.
Looking for resources to build your resiliency’ Check out my Live Smart blog at worksmartlivesmart.com
Finally do you know the most popular toilet joke?
What did the toilet say to the other toilet? – You look a little flushed
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Friday Jan 26, 2024
TIP 1953 – Fun At Work
Friday Jan 26, 2024
Friday Jan 26, 2024
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“Blessed is the person who can have fun while being productive.”
Really, isn’t that what it is all about. Enjoying what you do.
Some people have fun actually doing their jobs. They get a kick out of creating or solving. Some people create fun while they are doing their job by connecting with the people that they work with.
Our research shows that those who have fun at work are more engaged, more productive and are healthier. It is in a company’s best interest then to build more fun into the workplace.
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So here are Today’s Hot Tips For Building Resiliency and Celebrating Fun At Work Day:
Create a special theme for the day – decorate, dress up
Bring food to share – tie it to your theme
Share the jokes of the day – or list the best excuses for the day
Set up team challenges
Any job can be transformed. It is how you look at it and the fun that you build around it.
According to one philosopher, the supreme accomplishment is to blur the line between work and play.
Looking for more tips to build your resiliency? Look for my book on Amazon called Stress Out. 52 Weeks To Letting More Life In
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Thursday Jan 25, 2024
TIP 1952 – Connecting With Your Spouse
Thursday Jan 25, 2024
Thursday Jan 25, 2024
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Have you ever been in a good mood, and then one conversation with your spouse can turn your mood around?
Research shows that moods and emotions are highly contagious.
We can literally catch each others’ emotions like viruses, a phenomenon known as emotional contagion.
I love my spouse and hopefully, if you have one, you can say that too.
However, the mood I bring to the home and that he brings home affects our conversations and connections with each other.
Research has found that wives were not affected significantly by their spouse’s stress. Husbands, however, experienced lower marital satisfaction when their wives reported higher stress.
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So here are Today’s Tips For Building Resiliency and Celebrating Spouse’s Day:
Self-awareness is the first step toward bringing moods under control so that they don’t continually impact your relationships.
Make an effort to enter into a conversation in an upbeat frame of mind. Change your routines if you are irritated by the rush-hour traffic.
Watch your body language. Research has shown that when people are trying to “read” someone’s mood they rely heavily on that person’s body language for cues. So make sure your posture, gestures, and facial expressions send the right signals.
Be proactive about managing your moods. Learn a few stress-management techniques that may help you avoid negative moods altogether. Mood lifters may also include talking to a funny friend, listening to music, or going for a walk.
Take care of your health. Bad moods can have physical causes, including hunger, fatigue, and pain. Build your resiliency to buffer yourself against these.
Remember that emotions are contagious and your relationships are precious.
If you like today’s wellness tips, let me know. You can leave me a review on amazon or through your #alexa app.
Looking for more ways to build your resiliency? Take my free on-line resiliency test at worksmartlivesmart.com under the resources and courses tab.
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Wednesday Jan 24, 2024
TIP 1951 – Belly Laugh For Health
Wednesday Jan 24, 2024
Wednesday Jan 24, 2024
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Author CW Metcalfe, writes that Humour can help you thrive in change, remain creative under pressure, work more effectively, play more enthusiastically, and stay healthier in the process.
It has been shown that a big old belly laugh, reduces physical and emotional tension for as long as 45 minutes. The heartier, the more relaxing it is and the longer the positive effect.
A good belly laugh can stimulate your internal organs, increase your circulation, raise the level of oxygen in the blood and boost the immune system. A group of researchers found that laughing boisterously 100 times a day will give you the same impact as 10 minutes of rowing or 15 minutes on an exercise bike.
Studies show that those who are able to laugh at work are more productive and less distracted than their humourless counterparts.
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So here are Today’s Tips For Building Resiliency and Celebrating Belly Laugh Day:
Find funny friends and co-workers who can make you laugh.
Develop a Humour First-Aid Kit and fill it with your favourite jokes, clippings, and stories
Watch funny TV programs, movies and videos
Being able to laugh about our situation and ourselves helps us to release the tension, regain our perspective, accept that which we cannot change and experience joy. Not only that, but, it also gives us the physical energy and mental resilience needed to survive.
Looking for more tips to build your resiliency? Look for my book on Amazon called Stress Out. 52 Weeks To Letting More Life In
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Tuesday Jan 23, 2024
TIP 1950 – Let’s Talk
Tuesday Jan 23, 2024
Tuesday Jan 23, 2024
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Mental illness is a very common form of human pain and suffering. One of the biggest hurdles for anyone suffering from mental illness is overcoming the stigma attached to it. This stigma brings about isolation and prevents people from getting the help that they need.
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So here are Today’s Tips For Building Resiliency and Celebrating Let’s Talk Day:
Language matters. Watch the words that you use that may colour the way we see mental health issues.
Simple kindness can make a world of a difference. Whether it be a smile, being a good listener or an invitation for a chat over coffee, these simple acts of kindness can let someone know you’re there for them.
Break the Silence. Two out of three people suffer in silence, fearing judgement and rejection. Being open to a conversation is the first step towards eliminating the stigma.
When it comes to mental illness, education is key. Having the right tools, knowing the right words to use and understanding how to correctly speak with someone experiencing a mental illness can make all the difference.
You are not alone. There are resources available to help you to feel more competent in providing this support. Check out my on-line courses at worksmartlivesmart.com under the resources and courses tab.
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Monday Jan 22, 2024
TIP 1949 - Fighting The Winter Blues
Monday Jan 22, 2024
Monday Jan 22, 2024
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The alarm clock goes off, but you would rather roll over and continue sleeping. You get up, look in the mirror and you feel dumpy and grumpy. You go to the cupboard and instead of something healthy, you pull out one of those sugar cereals. You are not sure what is happening, but there are days when life is definitely more of a challenge.
Reportedly 65% of us notice a difference in our mood and energy in the fall and winter. These people may be fighting the winter blues. This decrease in mood and energy colours the way in which we handle the other areas of our life that compete for our energy and attention.
Research into the direct causes of the winter blues is ongoing. However, the more severe form, called Seasonal Affective Disorder, is thought to be related to seasonal variations in light which negatively impact the production of neurotransmitters and hormones that affect our sleep, mood and appetite.
The winter blues are usually characterized by varying degrees of sadness, anxiety and energy. Winter blues differ from SAD in that the symptoms do not last as long and do not interfere significantly with everyday living.
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Tips For Building Resiliency Against Seasonal Affective Disorders:
Increase your exposure to light. Spend at least 20 minutes twice a day.
Arrange your indoor environment so that it receives more natural light.
Install full spectrum lights.
By increasing your exposure to light and monitoring your diet, sleep patterns and exercise levels you will be able to maintain your health, increase your energy and combat the winter blues.
For more information on coping with mental health issues, sign up for one of my on-line courses at worksmartlivesmart.com under the resources and courses tab.
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Sunday Jan 21, 2024
TIP 1948– The Hunt For Happiness
Sunday Jan 21, 2024
Sunday Jan 21, 2024
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Happiness, for some can seem like an elusive dream and for others it is a constant reality. The difference is a mindset that looks for the best in a given situation.
If we spend our time waiting for life to be perfect…the children are polite and well behaved…there is enough money in our savings account and retirement fund…the renovations are finished…we have the right job…we have the best partner… we may be waiting for a very long time and we may be disappointed that happiness doesn’t seem to come our way.
True happiness is not putting a smile on our face and saying that everything is great, but it is problem solving the difficult situations and looking for the things in our life that are going well. In the workshops that I deliver, we talk about looking for the awesome. What are the cools things that are around us everyday that often we miss because we spend too much of our time looking for the things that are not quite right’
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So here are Today’s Tips For Building Resiliency and Celebrating Hunt For Happiness Week:
Look for the awesome
Be thankful for the things that are true blessings in your life
And understand that you have the final say in your own happiness
Discover how to take small steps towards a healthier, happier, less-stressed you by visiting my website at worksmartlivesmart.com
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Saturday Jan 20, 2024
TIP 1947 – Do You Enjoy The Outdoors
Saturday Jan 20, 2024
Saturday Jan 20, 2024
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We know that we are not active enough, especially during the winter months. It is cold. It is dark. And did I mention that it is cold?
Did you know that 63% of us are not active enough to achieve the health benefits they need from physical activity.
Did you also know that research shows that as much as one half of the functional decline between the ages of 30 and 70 is due not to aging itself, but to an inactive way of life.
Consider this:
We are awake about 13-18 hours a day, but we only have to be active for one hour and that 60 minutes of activity doesn’t have to be done all at once.
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So here are Today’s Tips For Building Resiliency and Celebrating Take A Walk Outdoors Day:
Take advantage of the outdoors, dress your children warmly, get them outside and keep them moving. Besides just taking a walk, some good winter fun can include: ice skating, tobogganing, and hiking.
At work, get active by taking a “walking” meeting or taking a brisk walk before lunch for about 10 minutes.
Keep track of your active and inactive time. Awareness is the first step to going from inactive to active.
Looking for more ways to build your resiliency? Take my free on-line vulnerability test at worksmartlivesmart.com under the resources and courses tab.
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Friday Jan 19, 2024
TIP 1946 – Hows Your Memory
Friday Jan 19, 2024
Friday Jan 19, 2024
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1-519-527…….
I use to be able to remember my friends birthdays, their phone numbers and the good times that we had together. Now, I find myself forgetting even my family’s birth dates, their phone numbers and who I met yesterday.
I blame it on aging, but in reality, it is not really so much about aging, as it is about being so busy that I don’t take the time to file the information away.
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So here are Today’s Tips For Building Resiliency Celebrating Good Memory Day:
A good memory is nurtured by a healthy, common sense lifestyle. This requires a healthy body, mind and spirit.
Participate in activities that stimulate your brain, such as reading, crossword puzzles, playing cards, and other mental exercises.
Be social. Maintaining a network of friends will increase your overall level of brain stimulation.
Exercise daily. Physical activity significantly lessens the chance of cardiovascular complications that could cause dementia.
Manage stress through techniques such as relaxation, meditation and yoga.
Finally, Find a healthy work-life balance. Learn to slow down and be in the moment.
One of our biggest fears as we age is losing our memory. By taking care of ourselves and by learning to slow the chaos down, we allow our brains to access our memories more effectively and efficiently.
By The Way…Good Memory Day was two days ago!
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Looking for more tips to build your resiliency? Look for my book on Amazon called Stress Out. 52 Weeks To Letting More Life In
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Thursday Jan 18, 2024
TIP 1945 – Sticks and Stones
Thursday Jan 18, 2024
Thursday Jan 18, 2024
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Words Hurt. Name Calling is a form of Emotional Abuse.
Many of us have worked for or with someone who was emotionally abusive. According to research from Employment Law Alliance, 45% of us reported being abused in the office.
People who are the target of emotional abuse are made to feel insignificant and incapable.
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So here are Today’s Tips For Building Resiliency and Bringing Awareness To No Name Calling Week:
There is a thin line between joking around and causing harm to each other in the office. Nicknames are bound to pop up in the office. But once the name calling is unwanted and based on gender, sexuality, or ability, it's no longer a friendly exchange.
If we are bullied, we might think it's because we are not a good worker, or perhaps not a good person. In other words, we start to believe what the bully is saying about us. We start to blame ourselves.
Don't give in to the lie.
Document your experience. If you don't keep track of what is happening, then, in the eyes of the law, it didn't happen.
One of the bully's tactics will be to isolate you from fellow workers. Keep your relationships with co-workers as strong as you can.
Let them know what is going on and let them know that you need support during this time.
Looking for resources to build your healthy workplace? Check out my top 10 tips under Resources and Courses at worksmartlivesmart.com
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Wednesday Jan 17, 2024
TIP 1944 – Weedless Wednesday
Wednesday Jan 17, 2024
Wednesday Jan 17, 2024
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Smoking is no longer glamourous. Most people understand the link to major health issues.
Though smoking has lost its ‘public’ appeal, it is still a major issue and addiction within our families and workplaces. Smoking cessation is the focus of many workplace wellness programs because nicotine addiction has a negative impact on absenteeism, productivity and benefits usage.
Wouldn’t it be great, if we could prevent the up-and-coming generations from having to face the ‘futility’ of quitting, of being a ‘slave’ to their addiction, or experiencing the devastating impact of their ‘habit’.
Some people wrongly believe that if we continue to raise the price, add more tax or put more disgusting pictures on the packages, that people will stop smoking and choose to live a healthier life.
However, being addicted to something, means that logic is skewed, and the addiction can always be justified or at least continued to exist
So, I go back to my original statement…we have come a long way…but the key to our success is to continue to convince the younger generation that it isn’t worth it.
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Today is Weedless Wednesday. Hopefully future generations will not understand the need for this kind of promotion.
Looking for more ways to build your resiliency? Take my free on-line vulnerability test at worksmartlivesmart.com under the resources and courses tab.
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Tuesday Jan 16, 2024
TIP 1943 – Sugary Sweet
Tuesday Jan 16, 2024
Tuesday Jan 16, 2024
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Could you go without eating refined sugar for even one day?
Eating well and maintaining energy throughout the day can be a difficult feat in today’s busy workplaces. When we are time-pressured, we tend to make poor nutritional choices. Often, we skip lunch and grab for a soft drink, a cup of caffeine or an energy drink to keep us going.
These poor food choices can promote obesity, illness and negatively impact productivity.
Companies are looking for simple ways to promote health and support healthier nutrition.
Some are adding vending machines that have more healthy choices and others have taken a harsher stance and eliminated the “pop and chip” machines altogether.
Some company cafeterias have added a premium fee to “fast food” items or subsidized healthy meals and snacks.
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So here are Today’s Tips For Building Resiliency and Celebrating Sugar Awareness Week:
Examining the nutritional needs and habits of your employees makes good business sense. When designing your workplace wellness program, look for ways to educate, support behaviour changes and promote a healthier environment.
The results may not just be reduced waist sizes and decreased benefits usage, but more engaged and productive employees.
Looking for resources to build your healthy workplace? Check out my top 10 tips under Resources and Courses at worksmartlivesmart.com
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Monday Jan 15, 2024
TIP 1942 – Are You Feeling Blue
Monday Jan 15, 2024
Monday Jan 15, 2024
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It is Blue Monday….the most depressing day of the year.
The date was calculated by using many factors, including: weather conditions, debt level, time since Christmas, time since failing our new year’s resolutions, low motivational levels and feeling of a need to take action.
This isn’t a scientifically true formula, but it does point out several things that we already know. Our stress levels are impacted by many things such as negative weather conditions, lack of finances, unrealistic expectations and unmet goals. If all of these things come to a head at the same time, it certainly can make for a stressful or depressing time in our life.
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So here are Today’s Tips For Building Resiliency and Celebrating Blue Monday:
Get outside. Go for a walk. Even if it is a snowy, winter’s day, the benefits of getting a light break, beat staying indoors and moping around.
Turn today into a celebration. Plan special activities at work or going out with friends.
Start planning a vacation. Even just looking at beautiful vacation pictures has a positive impact on our mood.
Know though, that sometimes, it is okay to indulge in the blues. Wrap up in a cozy blanket, turn on that sappy movie, and let all of your emotions flow out.
If you think that you have moved beyond the blues, talk to your doctor. Seasonal Affective Disorders and Depression are serious and can spiral out of control quickly. The sooner you do, the better.
Discover how to take small steps towards a healthier, happier, less-stressed you by visiting my website at worksmartlivesmart.com
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Sunday Jan 14, 2024
TIP 1941 - Find a mentor. Be a mentor.
Sunday Jan 14, 2024
Sunday Jan 14, 2024
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A successful mentor is someone who sees how remarkable you can be and constantly holds that image for you.
We all need someone to hold that mirror for us – And we need to be able to hold that mirror for someone else.
Who can you reach out to for that boost and who around you could use that lift?
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Tips For Building Resiliency and Celebrating National Mentoring Month:
Mentoring is a learning relationship where someone more experienced puts time and energy into a less experienced person’s development. Successful mentors know that they need to focus on nurturing the person, not just performance. Since mentees may be reluctant to expose their shortcomings to a superior, the mentor needs to demonstrate it’s safe to do so.
The strongest relationships are based on mutual respect and as a mentor, you don’t just want to be a solution provider. Discern when it is appropriate to offer a direct answer versus when it’s better to coach a mentee through their question or problem.
As a mentee, clarify your goals: explain to your mentor what you want from your career, and from mentoring.
Strong mentoring programs not only provide support for new hires but also help create an open, inviting culture that emboldens all workers to contribute their ideas for improving the company.
Don’t forget that you can find more tips for coping with mental health issues, by checking out my Live Smart blog at worksmartlivesmart.com
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