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Here Come the Holiday's and here comes the Stress!!!!

Five tips to stress less over the holidays Does the stress of preparing for holidays hit you like a sledgehammer? Are you Googling new recipes the night before the feast to find the perfect sides? Does a relative

Why should you invest in your employees mental health?

The Economic Cost of Poor Employee Mental Health An estimated 19% of U.S. workers describe their mental health as only fair or poor, with incremental unplanned absenteeism amounting to $47.6 billion annually.

Is addiction a choice?

Princess of Wales says addiction is not a choice The Princess of Wales has told those struggling with substance abuse that she knows their addiction was “not a choice” and they should not let shame stop the...

Take these steps with your health plan,

Four steps to turn your health plan into a growth plan COVID-19, the biggest public health crisis in modern history, created a tipping point for every business. The pandemic led the global workforce to become overwhelmed, over-worked and burned out, and employers have been challenged by unsustainable health care costs and complexity. There's no…

Low cost options for companies to invest in their employees mental health and well being.

Employee mental health: 5 science-based actions to help companies invest wisely Low-cost solutions to help companies move the needle on employee mental health and well-being

World Mental Health Day is today.

World Mental Health Day: Suffering From Depression? Sunshine Could Be The Answer A new study has found that vitamin D supplements can help regulate nervous system functions to reduce depression symptoms in adults. A simpler way would be to get some sunshine every day!

What is the impact of offering Elder Care benefits?

Case Study: How elder care benefits support employees and their families Care Specialists like Erin Winsor with a master’s degree in social work are able to provide expert guidance and resources for elder care questions.

How employee benefits can support mental wellness.

How benefits support mental health in the workplace Brokers can help employers provide the types of benefits that improve workers’ mental and financial well-being.

Where do we go from here?

A Post-Pandemic Workplace: Where Do We Go From Here? Coping and resilience should be critical concerns as organizations rebuild.

One college's proactive approach to mental wellness

How University of Michigan takes a proactive approach to mental wellness COVID was a catalyst for mental health issues and substance abuse among many close to higher-ed campuses. Here’s how one school is

The progression of addiction.

Zia Sheikh’s struggle with addiction and his second chance at life The New York City-based chef and founder of Restaurant After Hours made major changes after he was fired. Now he works with other

Let's get moving!!!

If You Stress More, You Need to Sweat More (for Your Heart) Regular physical activity doubles cardiovascular protection in people with depression and anxiety. Here's the science behind it.

What the 3 worst mistakes Bosses make during a recession?

The 3 worst mistakes bosses can make during a recession that lead employees to quit Being a boss during a looming recession is no easy feat. Here's a guide for what you shouldn't do if you want to retain your employees and move forward.

What is the cost of employees poor mental health?

Employees' Poor Mental Health Costs Employers $14 Billion Yearly: Report Poor mental health amongst employees costs Indian employers around USD 14 billion annually in absenteeism, lower productivity and attrition, according to Deloitte's Mental Health Survey.

Breathing techniques to calm your mind.

How To Do the 4-7-8 Breathing Exercise This breathing style taps into your inner calm, benefitting your stressed-out nervous system and even how well you sleep.

5 ways to avoid burnout !!!

Need to disconnect from work? Here are 5 ways to recharge and avoid burnout Create a quiet space at home and practice a form of wellness that soothes and calms, or turn to local outlets like yoga studios and spas.

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A looming recession threatens Americans’ already precarious mental health Story at a glance When the economy takes a turn for the worse, deaths of despair — or overdoses, suicides and substance abuse-related deaths — tend to rise. As the nation struggles to meet increase…

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Workplace Options on LinkedIn: Blog - Kindness as a Leadership Strategy In order for employees to be seen, heard, understood, and valued, leaders need to integrate kindness into their management style. Read more about best ...

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New programming at Mirmont Treatment Center !! - John Mulvenna on LinkedIn New programming at Mirmont Treatment Center !!...

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Johnny C. Taylor, Jr., SHRM-SCP on LinkedIn: #InternationalSelfCareDay #MentalHealth #SelfCare | 44 comments This International Self-Care Day, I am calling on all HR professionals everywhere to elevate the conversation around mental health and wellness in our ... 44 comments on LinkedIn

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How to respond to coworkers who interrupt your vacation with a non-emergency Dr. Geeta Nayyar is the chief medical officer at Salesforce and says to not reach out during her PTO unless "someone is bleeding or has chest pains."

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Geeta Nayyar on LinkedIn: 12 Small Ways to Take Care Of Your Mental Health at Work Employee well-being is not just good for business, but good for humanity. Every company should believe the same. Salesforce is proud to take the ...

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William Bruck, MSN APN FNP-BC CARN-AP PMP on LinkedIn: This is a great addition to our Mental health resources in New Jersey This is a great addition to our Mental health resources in New Jersey. This is the first I have heard about. Please pass this along to as many contacts...

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Barbara “B” Akins, RN, BSN, QMHP, BC-PMHN, Leadership Coach on LinkedIn: #leadershipfirstquotes #entrepeneurship #leadershipdevelopment Integrity is what you do when no one is watching; it’s doing the right thing all the time, even when it may work to your disadvantage. Integrity is keeping...

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Main Line Health on LinkedIn: News – Main Line Health recognized for innovative program reducing A Main Line Health outreach program that significantly reduced vaccination-rate disparities between employees of color and white employees—and benefited...