9 Ways to Mix Things Up a Bit

Every Thanksgiving friends and family reminisce about memorable moments for which they are grateful. The afterglow of sharing gratitude can do wonders for one’s well-being. Just a few words of kindness can go a long way. So, why not treat every day like Thanksgiving? Daily practice is really the only way to make something a habit. If you exercise daily, your muscles grow. If you brush your teeth daily, you prevent cavities. If you practice gratitude daily, you enhance your well-being and the well-being of others.

Starting yoga might sound scary if you’re new to this activity. The poses may seem tough, and if you’re less “bendy,” you may find it hard to believe you could ever twist your body in this way. But if you’re able to push past this early fear and start practicing yoga, the payoff is well worth it. Find out the many mental and physical benefits of yoga, from stress reduction and weight loss to pain reduction and chronic disease management.

“I’m a bit short this month.” “I’m barely getting by.” If these phrases sound familiar, you’re not alone. 72% of adults report feeling stressed about money at least some of the time, and financial problems are consistently rated among the highest sources of stress. If left unchecked, a high level of financial stress can lead to a wide range of emotional problems and even physical conditions. Find out how you can develop a healthy relationship with money.

If you’re a smoker, chances are you know it’s bad for your health. But the thought of quitting can make you talk yourself right out of it. You’re not alone. But for many people just like you, they’ve decided the benefits are well worth it. Saying goodbye to tobacco will not only improve your health, it will enhance your quality of life — in more ways than one. No matter how long you’ve been smoking, it’s never too late to quit.

While many of us have always struggled to find a healthy work-life balance, the sudden changes in our workdays brought about by the pandemic have made it even more challenging. Changes in our workload, fear about job security and lack of social contact are just some of the stressors that are taking a toll on our emotional and physical health. Fortunately, there are tools you can use to help improve your work-life balance so you enhance your overall well-being.