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  Get ideas to commemorate the holiday. (Written for http://www.wellbeing.place/home/2021/5/19/celebrating-memorial-day ) As the unofficial start of summer, Memorial Day weekend can be an excellent opportunity to spend time with family and friends, as well as remember those that have sacrificed and given their lives for freedom.  Even though this year’s activities may be smaller in scale than in the past, there are still plenty of things you can do to celebrate with loved ones and honor and show gratitude to those who have fallen.  Tune in to the National Memorial Day Concert . Watch the moving tribute to America’s servicemen and women from the comfort of your own home. PBS is live streaming the event on Sunday, May 30th, at 8:00 EST.  Decorate Your House or Create a Sidewalk Mural . Creating patriotic decorations or drawing on the sidewalk can be fun activities for kids of all ages and provide them with a creative approach to show their appreciation for those who’v...

  Discover how you can take action to improve your emotional wellbeing. (Written for http://www.wellbeing.place/home/2021/5/18/mental-health-action-day ) MTV Entertainment Group and nearly 200 leading brands and nonprofits have partnered together for the first ever Mental Health Action Day. With one in five people being affected by a mental health concern, it is more important than ever to take action to support your emotional wellbeing.  There are simple and small steps you can take to strengthen your mental health. Some ways you can celebrate Mental Health Action Day and take care of your emotional wellbeing include: Self-Care . Putting yourself first can take many forms, including getting enough sleep, making a healthy meal, going for a walk, listening to music, exercising or taking a soothing shower or bath. Make sure to schedule in a few minutes of “ me time ” every day to help you relax and recharge. Support Network . Talking about difficult situations won’t make them go...

Simple and easy ways to celebrate the women in your life. (Written for  http://www.wellbeing.place/home/2021/4/30/give-self-care-for-mothers-day ) Sunday, May 9th is Mother’s Day. The past 12 months have brought extra challenges to mothers across the globe — isolation from friends and family, working on the front lines of the pandemic or adapting to remote work, coordinating homeschooling efforts, keeping everyone healthy or taking care of those were ill.  This is a wonderful opportunity to thank the women in your life for all they do. There are simple and easy ways to show your appreciation (in addition to or in lieu of flowers and chocolate, of course) by giving the gift of self-care: Create a coupon book . Include items to take off Mom’s plate such as making dinner, doing the laundry or cleaning the house and ways to recharge including a day of sleeping in, a foot massage or complete control of the TV remote for an evening.  Enjoy the outdoors . You don’t have to go fa...

Explore the world of poetry as another way to boost your emotional wellbeing. (Written for  http://www.wellbeing.place/home/2021/4/27/five-tips-to-enjoy-poetry-and-books ) Poetry is when an emotion has found its thought and the thought has found words. -Robert Frost For centuries, poets have found ways to talk beautifully about mental health, emotions and the world around us. Poetry can be one of the most beautiful forms of written and spoken language. It can help you talk about and give shape to difficult feelings, like grief, depression and heartache. Through its comfortable format, it allows you to navigate and confront your innermost thoughts, emotions and struggles, as well as provide a safe space for you to share them with others.  Today on Great Poetry Day, it is the perfect time to celebrate poets and their works, as well as try your hand at writing some yourself as a method of self-care and relaxation: It’s not too late to invite people over for a poetry reading, eith...

  Discover how our furry companions can help us through tough times. (Written for  http://www.wellbeing.place/home/2021/4/12/how-animals-can-help-with-addiction-recovery ) Numerous studies have shown that animals have a positive impact on mental health. Did you know that a four-legged friend can also help with rehabilitation or addiction recovery? Pets can help reduce tension, improve moods, decrease anxiety, lower blood pressure and release oxytocin, which helps you feel connected to others. Some of the ways that animals can help individuals in recovery are: Responsibility : A pet relies on its owner to take care of them and provide food, water, exercise, and playtime. If the animal is a dog, they also require you to take them outside to go to the bathroom. When someone is recovering, it can be beneficial for them to take on the responsibility of caring for someone else and focusing on them.  It can be empowering and help you develop empathy and feelings of self-worth....

  Fun tips for outdoor family time. (Written for  http://www.wellbeing.place/home/2021/4/16/spring-into-nature ) With spring upon us and summer right around the corner, it is the perfect time to take the family on a relaxing spring nature walk. Whether you live in the countryside, or in the city with access to parks and gardens, you can take advantage of going for a nice stroll and enjoying the fresh air, weather and peaceful sounds of nature.  Below are some simple tips to make outdoor adventures easy and fun with little ones: Invite your child to lead . Letting your kids set the pace and lead on a walk builds their confidence and decision-making skills, while also satisfying their curiosity as they see, touch, smell and discover new things on your outing. Start a nature collection . Bring a bag and let them gather interesting things that have fallen to the ground, like bark, leaves, small stones, flowers or seeds that you can use later in nature crafts. You can even bri...

  How can you limit tech distractions? (Written for  http://www.wellbeing.place/home/2021/4/12/how-technology-can-be-addicting ) Did you know that internet users spent an average of 2 hours and 22 minutes per day on social media in 2019, and that 70% of office emails are read within six seconds of arriving? That is a lot of time on a device where you could be doing other things. While technology can be a wonderful resource to connect to friends and loved ones and learn more about the world and current events, it can also get in the getting of enjoying your life and experiencing things. Can you be addicted to your phone? Absolutely. Addiction is about using something to cope and getting to the point that you can’t live without it. Many things or activities can become addicting if you do them too often or too much.  There are several things you can do to break the habit of constantly checking your phone: Don’t say “can’t” : Choose to take charge and tell yourself, “I don’t ...