Work Smart Live Smart with Beverly Beuermann-King

Listen to today's podcast... We take for granted our health and the health of our children.  But what if you are a family that has a child who is facing special challenges? Your child's health and well-being are always at the forefront of every decision that you make. Special Kids Day was put together to help families cope during the extra stress of the holidays. Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency!      Today's Tips For Building Resiliency and Celebrating Special Kids Day by showing your support for these special families: Provide the gift of time. You may be able to pick up items that would save a run to the mall or the grocery store for the family. Provide ready to eat meals for the ‘crazy' days…the days where it is non-stop appointments or that are especially difficult to cope. Let them know that you are there for their family.  It can be very isolating and lonely and true friends are hard to come by.  But don't wait to be asked, as it is hard for many parents of special needs children to reach out and ask for help. At the end of the day the health of our children is the most important thing to a parent. If you like today's resiliency tips, let me know. Want to find more strategies to coping with stress? Check out my website at worksmartlivesmart.com #mentalhealth #hr

Listen to today's podcast... Are The Holidays A Stressful Time In Your Household? Are you ready for the holidays? This is the questions that you hear daily at the grocery store, the post office and in line at the bank? Some people ask because they want to feel like they are not the only ones struggling to get things done before the big day. Others ask because they are concerned about us as we may look a little haggard. Others may just want to gloat about they had in all done in July Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency!      Here are my tips for building your resiliency and avoiding that stressed-out feeling this holiday season while we Celebrate Stress Free Holiday Preparation Week: Like many we tend to let our expectations, poor planning, and over-indulgence get in the way of truly enjoying and de-stressing during our ‘down-time'. The key to success in avoiding the ‘festive fizzle' is to recognize those activities that energize, motivate, and please us, and to delete or change those activities that irritate, disappoint, and anger us. Get back to basics and simplify to meet these priorities. Stop often and be in the moment. Far too often the holidays come and go and we missed experiencing the joy, connection, and spirit of the season. If you like today's resiliency tips, let me know. Looking for more tips to build your resiliency? Look for my book on Amazon called Stress Out. 52 Weeks To Letting More Life In #mentalhealth #hr

Listen to today's podcast... Crispy or chewy' Palm-sized, or bite-sized' Sprinkles or no' One of the first signs that the holidays are close is the invite to participate in the Cookie Exchange.  Have you ever been involved in a cookie exchange' I have and it was so much fun…but for others I know, this is the last thing that they want to participate in. Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency!      Here are today's Tips For Building Resilience and Celebrating National Cookie Cutter Week: A Cookie Exchange doesn't have to be a strictly C2C (cookie to cookie) transaction. At your workplace you can enjoy the holiday spirit by giving out cookies in exchange for smiles, holiday singing, or anything else you can think of to bring cheer to your colleagues. Use the cookies as a way of fundraising to support a family in need. Finally, make sure that if you are involved in a cookie exchange that it is fun and for connection. It shouldn't be extra work or add to your stress-level…especially at this time of year. When looking up National Cookie Exchange Week, I came across a site that told me what kind of a cookie I was…I am a Peanut Butter Cookie. I am not one to skimp on the finer things in life, and keeping my finances in check is crucial. You may want to check out that quiz. Looking for more ways to build your resiliency? Take my free on-line vulnerability test at worksmartlivesmart.com under the resources and courses tab. #mentalhealth #hr

Listen to today's podcast... It is something that we all know that we should do. But often, it is not until something goes wrong or we've had a close call that we actually do it. What is it? Backing up our computer files and taking care of our computer. Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency!      Today's Tips For Building Resilience and Celebrating Computer Security Day: Change your passwords. Update your anti-virus program. Check for computer viruses. Back-up your data. (after being certain that it is virus-free.) Store back-up data off site. Delete unneeded files. Install and inspect power surge protection as appropriate. Install fire/smoke detection equipment in computer areas. Don't drink in your computer area. Our computers have become one of our most valuable possessions. Not because of their purchase price, but because of all the important and often critical data that they contain. Mark off dates on your calendar to remind you to do the most important security work that you can do. Protect your computer. Looking for more tips to build your resiliency? Look for my book on Amazon called Stress Out! 52 Weeks To Letting More Life In. #mentalhealth #hr

Listen to today's podcast... One minute you're changing diapers and wiping noses, the next minute they have moved out and on. “Empty nest,” does not need to mean an empty life. At least I hope not. With my two sons starting to venture out on their own, I am actually looking forward to our new life. For many parents becoming empty nesters can be a “joyous” time.  A time for exploring, getting involved in new activities and new developing their adult relationships. When much of your life has been defined as a parent it can be hard to adjust to life without kids in the home. Research points out that some parents have a hard time adjusting and they do experience depression and emotional distress when their children left home. Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency!      So Here Are Today's Tips For Building Your Resiliency And Celebrating Empty Nester Month: Grieving is normal. Be gentle with yourself. Explore other activities that can give you meaning and purpose. Did you have any hobbies that you slowly gave up as parenting took over your life' Coming to terms with this new phase in your life can be tough. But most parents find they're able to adjust to their new roles as being parents of young adults and they develop a new sense of normal. Looking for resources to build your resiliency? Check out my Live Smart Blog at worksmartlivesmart.com #mentalhealth #hr

Listen to today's podcast... Have you seen any zombies walking around the mall? These zombies want you to Forget Black Friday and instead celebrate Buy Nothing Day. Today is the day to consider if you are on the road of over-consumption. Are you in need of a retail detox? It is easy to get caught up in the ads that promise bargains and we end up jumping on the bandwagon purchasing things that we don't really need. Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency!      So Here Are Today's Tips For Building Your Resiliency And Celebrating Buy Nothing Day: Make a commitment to examine your purchasing habits Evaluate whether they are needs or wants Do your purchases end up having a negative impact on your budget or the environment? Buy Nothing Day is not just about changing your habits for one-day, but about starting a lasting lifestyle commitment to consuming less and producing less waste. 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 #mentalhealth #hr

Listen to today's podcast... It is easy just to plunk on the couch and watch TV. Especially when you have been overwhelmed by deadlines, projects and family responsibilities. But this does little to build our family bonds.  So what can? Researchers have studied the impact that gaming can have on cognitive abilities, interpersonal relationships and stress levels. The results are overwhelmingly positive: Games strengthen connections in the brain as well as improve connections among friends and family! Kids and adults who play games experience spikes in creative thinking. Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency!      Here Are Today's Tips For Building Your Resiliency And Celebrating National Game And Puzzle Week Dust off your old games and puzzles Challenge your family members to a tournament and create some lasting memories filled with time talking, laughing, and playing together No family around. No worries, invite your friends and host a game night Looking for more tips to build your resiliency? Look for my book on Amazon called Stress Out! 52 Weeks To Letting More Life In #mentalhealth #hr

Listen to today's podcast... I belong to the Canadian Association of Professional Speakers. As one of our chapter presidents, it was obvious that we were not the association of professional listeners. It took forever to get everyone focused to begin our events, as the chatter was so extensive. Listening can be hard for us to do. It is an investment that sometimes we are not willing to make and because of this, we may miss out on hearing the other person's story. Originally this week was initiated to encourage people to interview a loved one, friend, or member of your community and to share this story with others. The feeling was that every story matters, and they need to be shared Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency!      Here Are Today's Tips For Building Your Resiliency And Celebrating Better Conversations Week: Ask people about their journey and experiences and really listen in Interview a friend or family member. Record the interview and then share it with others. By really listening to these stories, you will be conveying that they matter. This may be the most meaningful time you spend with someone all year. If you like today's resiliency tips, let me know. Looking for more tips to build your resiliency? Look for my book on Amazon called Stress Out! 52 Weeks To Letting More Life In. #mentalhealth #hr

Listen to today's podcast... Sadly, one in 10 Canadians suffers from some type of substance use disorder. That could mean your colleague, your neighbour or someone in your own family. Addiction does not discriminate—it affects all walks of life. ​ The total societal cost of substance abuse is in the billions. Whether the cost comes from lost productivity in the workplace, increased cost to our healthcare system or pressure on our law enforcement agencies, substance use disorders cost money. People are dying. Substance use disorders can be progressive and fatal if left untreated. Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency!      So Here Are Today's Tips For Building Your Resiliency And Celebrating National Addiction Awareness Week: Choose to recognize that substance use disorders are health disorders. They are not the result of any kind of character flaw or lack of personal willpower. In fact, substance use disorders are the most common mental health disorder. Stigmatizing language can perpetuate harmful stereotypes and act as a barrier to seeking help and sustaining recovery. The truth is … WORDS MATTER. Watch the language that you use. Here are some ways to avoid using language that stigmatizes substance use and addiction: Use “people-first language.” For instance, refer to “person who uses substances”, rather than a  “drug user”, “addict” or “alcoholic”. This is more neutral language that helps to maintain the individuality of the person. Choose language that promotes the recovery process. This means not describing a person being “clean” or “dirty” but rather “not currently using substances” or “in recovery”. 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. #mentalhealth #hr

Listen to today's podcast... My life is too complicated. I feel like I am always rushing to get somewhere. I feel like I don't spend any quality time with my family. What suggestions do you have for getting my life under control? This is what one conference attendee asked me. Many of us feel our lives are too complicated. We rush from one destination to the next – rush through traffic to get to work – then rush back again to pick up the children – and back to rushing from one sporting lesson to the next. Rush! We get frustrated. In the end we forget how to talk to each other. We don't remember what it is like to spend quality time together just being. Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency!      Here Is My Tip For Building Resilience and Celebrating National Family Week: Trends in our society have been to achieve more, get more, do more. A contrary movement is underway called Simplification. It can be hard to do, but the rewards can be great. Simplification means reorganizing your life and routines to focus on the meaningful, and to minimize the chaos. The more you can par down your life by simplifying your routines or de-junking your physical space, the less hectic it will be for you and your family. Discover how to take small steps towards a healthier, happier, less-stressed you by visiting my website at worksmartlivesmart.com #mentalhealth #hr

Listen to today's podcast... “Hold On, It's Going To Be Okay” This saying is part of my family story, along with how my parent's set up their farm, the struggles that they had, where my grandparents went dancing on the weekends and how they walked up hill both ways to get to school, through 10 foot drifts of snow, even in the spring. Family stories shape who we are. They directly impact how we see ourselves, our desire to succeed, and even our level of resiliency. Family stories give us an idea of where we come from and how we fit into our larger, extended, family. Research shows that teens who were able to recount details of their family stories had higher self-esteem and greater resilience than those who couldn't. Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency!      So Here Are Today's Tips For Building Your Resiliency And Celebrating Family Stories Matter Month: If you have elderly relatives, ask them about their stories. Record them. Share them. Ask about the traditions. Ask about the hardships and the triumphs. Stories of perseverance and resilience give us the faith and hope that we can too. Stories of different generations provide insight and understanding. They provoke curiosity to learn more. Take the time during family gatherings to ask your children about their stories. You may be surprised at what you may not know about them and their story. Finally, write your own story. Some of it is painful. Some brings a smile. Share these so that others can see your story in building their resiliency. If you like today's resiliency tips, let me know. You can leave me a review on amazon or through your #alexa app. Looking for more tips to build your resiliency? Look for my book on Amazon called Stress Out. 52 Weeks To Letting More Life In #mentalhealth #hr #family

Listen to today's podcast... We are all remarkable. However, many of us have talents that we don't share, as we believe that we are unremarkable, plain, or ordinary. I love this quote by Henry Van Dyke:  the woods would be very silent if no birds sang there except those that sang best. Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency!      So Here Are Today's Tips For Building Your Resiliency And Celebrating Your Unique Talent Day: Embrace your uniqueness. You are truly a category of 1 Share your talent. If it is a creative talent, share it so that others can appreciate it. If it is a quirky talent, make someone laugh. This can be the best gift that they received all day Host a talent break at work   So sing out loud, dance in the street, paint a picture, wiggle your eyebrows, talk in a cartoon voice or whistle through your nose. Discover how to take small steps towards a healthier, happier, less-stressed you by visiting my website at worksmartlivesmart.com #mentalhealth #hr

Listen to today's podcast... The weather is changing and for some of us, so does our skin. Our skin is often a reflection of our overall health. It can show signs of stress, lack of sleep and poor diet. How do we take the best care of our skin during this time? Here are some quick skin care tips: Exfoliate at least once a week. Use sunscreen at least 30 minutes before you go outdoors. Drink plenty of water to keep yourself hydrated inside and out. Get a good sleep – aiming for 7-9 hours of restful sleep. Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency!      Beverly's Hot Tips For Building Resiliency and Awareness During National Healthy Skin Month: It is important to examine your body for marks Check your front and back in the mirror, then look at the right and left sides with your arms raised. If you find a spot look for things like: One half is unlike the other half. An irregular, scalloped, or poorly defined border. If it varies from one area to another; has shades of tan, brown, or black; is sometimes white, red, or blue. Look for anything that is changing in size, shape, or color. Early detection is key. Discover how to take small steps towards a healthier, happier, less-stressed you by visiting my website at worksmartlivesmart.com #mentalhealth #hr

Listen to today's podcast... Is Your Stuff Starting To Take Over? I have a lot of stuff!  I use some stuff regularly, some is more seasonal.  There's also stuff that hardly sees the light of day and other stuff, is just stuff taking up space. Now is a good time to look and see how you can use less stuff or get rid of the stuff that you have.  Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency!      Here Are Today's Tips For Building Your Resiliency And Celebrating Use Less Stuff Day: As you are preparing to clean and decorate your home for the holidays, take a few extra moments to evaluate whether or not you need the stuff that you are organizing or cleaning around. Get rid of items that are useful, but you have too many of. As we cleaned out grandma's house when she moved into a nursing home, it amazed me how much stuff we really do accumulate over the years. She had piles of bowls, though I could only remember her using one or two favourites. There were things that she had received as gifts that she was waiting for the right occasion to use…in 91 years, I guess that the right occasion never came around. Use Less Stuff Day is an awareness day to take stock and make choices about the stuff that we gather, organize and clean around. It is the day to ask if our stuff is taking over our lives.  Looking for more tips to build your resiliency? Look for my book on Amazon called Stress Out! 52 Weeks To Letting More Life In. #mentalhealth #hr

Listen to today's podcast... Everyone Has Bad Days! We all have a day that is off, but sometimes we feel pressure to pretend that all is good and that we are happy. Have A Bad Day is permission to actually have a bad day or to take a mental health day. Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency!      So Here Are Today's Tips For Building Your Resiliency And Celebrating Have A Bad Day: Know that there are friends out there to support you through it.  Let them know that you could use a pick-me-up. Don't try to suppress those negative emotions.  Recognize them for what they are.  Feel them and then move yourself through the situation. Know that tomorrow will be different.  It may not be better.  It may be worse.  But it will be different. Just because today was horrible, doesn't mean tomorrow will be. Your goal on these days is just to survive the day and minimize the long-term damage.  Remember those times that were good so that you don't get so tainted by the bad day.  Try a do-over.  Sometimes going back to bed and starting the day over can be just the cure that you need! Looking for more tips to build your resiliency? Look for my book on Amazon called Stress Out! 52 Weeks To Letting More Life In. #mentalhealth #hr

Listen to today's podcast... I love de-junking. There is nothing better than getting rid of clutter and unused items. It changes my perspective. It helps me to think more clearly. I feel free. Every couple of years I attack my closets. I get rid of the clothes that I no longer like, are worn out or have ‘magically shrunk'. I often look at the bags of clothes in front of me and think, “What a waste”. However, it is not a waste. In most cases, these clothes have seen their share of special occasions, lounging days or workplace meetings. It is not a waste, because these clothes are donated to others who will continue to appreciate their beauty or their warmth. I live where there is truly a winter. It takes a lot of money to stay warm and healthy in this bitter weather. Some can barely make ends meet and the clothes that we donate help them to survive. Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency!      Here Are Today's Hot Tips For Building Your Resiliency And Celebrating The Great Warm Up De-Junk and Simplify. The Great Warm Up is a call for everyone to look into their closets and pare them down. Donations of coats, hats, scarves, mittens and boots are desperately needed, as are blankets and sleeping bags. Donate to agencies, like the Canadian Mental Health Association in Toronto, that purchase hats, scarves and mittens and deliver them to the homeless and those with mental health issues at Christmas time. Think twice before buying something new. Is it a need or a want'? Looking for more tips to build your resiliency? Look for my book on Amazon called Stress Out! 52 Weeks To Letting More Life In. #mentalhealth #hr

Listen to today's podcast... Tis the season to think about what we are thankful for. It is also a perfect time to share our compassion. Being grateful is the number one personality trait that leads to happiness. And being compassionate to others has been found to be protective to our own mental health. Within our communities there are many who are experiencing homelessness and hunger. No one should have to worry about whether they will have food on their plate or a roof over their head. But the reality is that hunger and homelessness are widespread problems that affect far too many people. Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency!      Here Are Today's Tips For Building Your Resiliency And Celebrating National Hunger And Homeless Awareness Week: Practice daily gratitude. What are you thankful for? Show compassion. Find ways to contribute to supporting those facing the challenges of homelessness and hunger. 6 children a minute are dying from a hunger-related disease, but this is not just in famine-stricken countries. 1 in 5 children in the US live in poverty and 1 in 8 families in Canada struggle to put food on the table. These families live in a state of food insecurity, which means they do not have reliable access to adequate amounts of safe, good-quality, nutritious food. Food banks are an important method of addressing this need. They may not be best solution, but they are necessary right now. So consider donating or volunteering. 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 #mentalhealth #hr #hunger #homeless

Listen to today's podcast... “What do you say?”  “Thank you” As parents, we probably said this a lot, as we taught our children to be thankful for the gifts that they received or when others did nice things for them. Are You Thankful? I think as adults we sometimes forget to be thankful.  We often focus on the difficulties and on the things that are not going right and sometimes we lose sight of the things that are going well and the blessings that we have received. A line of wisdom goes…You cannot welcome more abundance into your life until you have said thanks to the universe for all that you have. Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency!      Here Are Today's Tips For Building Your Resiliency And Celebrating I Am So Thankful Month and Gratitude Month Make a list of all that you are thankful for in your work and personal life.  Look at that list when you are feeling down and use it to pick up your spirits and keep you moving forward Know that when we are full of thanks, we radiate this to the people around us and we impact them in a positive way. Hang out with people who are truly thankful.  It is contagious. 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. #mentalhealth #hr

Listen to today's podcast... “We love coming to your class. You are such a great role model for our kids.” That blew me away. I didn't really think of myself as a role model. I am just the karate Sensei at the front of the room. But I guess I am a role model. I let the kids know how tough it is for me to go to a tournament and compete. And how nervous I get before and during my grading. I let them know that they can do all of these things too, even in they are afraid, and that I believe in them. I hope that I can inspire them to believe in themselves. To move beyond fear. Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency!      So Here Are Today's Tips For Building Your Resiliency And Celebrating National Inspirational Role Models Month: I hope that everyone has someone that inspires them to become the person they want to be. If you haven't found that person yet, look around. They may be a historic figure, an ancestor, a close family member, a friend, or colleague. Strive to be a role model to others. I have some great role models – some are my best girl friends. And I have been fortunate to have great colleagues who I look up to in the way that they innovate, persevere, and reach for success. I am fortunate to have had people who have encouraged me to reach further then I thought capable. I continue to learn from my husband in the way that he problem solves life's challenges. Think of the people who you most wish to emulate. If they are still with you, give them a phone call or thank them in person. If they are not here, tell someone about them and keep their legacy alive. If you like today's resiliency tips, let me know. You can leave me a review on amazon or through your #alexa app. Looking for more tips to build your resiliency? Look for my book on Amazon called Stress Out. 52 Weeks To Letting More Life In #mentalhealth #hr

Listen to today's podcast... Humour can help us thrive in change, remain creative under pressure, work more effectively, play more enthusiastically, and stay healthier in the process. It has been proven that laughter reduces physical and emotional tension. It is potent but not toxic, low-calorie, organic and absolutely free. Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency!      Here Are Today's Tips For Building Your Resiliency And Celebrating Loosen Up Lighten Up Day: Some of us think that Life, especially work, is serious and in order to succeed, we must be serious too. We need to loosen up and lighten up and we need to be better role models for the next generation. There is nothing more distressing than to see a young adult, so stressed out, about their future. Many of them are developing physical illnesses and mental disorders thought to be experienced only in later adult years. 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. It also gives us the physical energy and mental resilience needed to survive. So let go of your fears, lighten up, smile, laugh large and fight terminal seriousness. Looking for resources to build your healthy workplace? Check out my Top 10 Tips under Resources and Courses at worksmartlivesmart.com. #mentalhealth #hr

Listen to today's podcast... Far too many of us are feeling isolated, overly challenged and highly stressed. World Kindness Day Gives us a chance to reach to others and show them that they are not alone, and the world is not as gloomy as it is often made out to be. Numerous scientific studies show that: Stress-related health problems improve after performing kind acts. Helping can enhance our feelings of joyfulness, boost our emotional resilience, and reduce the unhealthy sense of isolation. Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency!      Here Are Today's Tips For Building Your Resiliency And Celebrating World Kindness Day: Think of those that are closest to you and take a moment to connect with them…phone your grandmother, mother, father, uncle…nothing is more personal than a visit or a phone call so that they can hear your voice. Make your son or daughter their favourite meal. Food is one of the main ways that we connect with others. Leave a love note for your spouse. Let them know that you still hold them in your heart. Make a donation to a charity on behalf of a love one. Send an appreciation note to a colleague. Being kind to another doesn't have to cost us anything other than the energy to think of something So my challenge to you is to do something to show someone you care! #mentalhealth #hr 

Listen to today's podcast... “You can't do anything right”. “This is your fault – It's always your fault”. Many of us have grown up, been in a relationship with, worked for, or even been coached by, someone who was emotionally abusive. It is often seen as a normal part of the culture of the organization and tolerated. People who are the target of emotional abuse are made to feel insignificant and incapable. They may actually begin to feel that they have brought this on themselves and that it really is their fault. Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency!      Here Are Today's Tips For Building Your Resiliency And Celebrating Bullying Awareness Week If you are the Recipient of someone else's abusive behaviour: Take precautions – look for the signs of excessive jealousy and control Don't blame yourself for the way other person is treating you Believe in yourself – believe that you deserve to be treated with respect Trust your instincts – if you feel uncomfortable than this is probably not a healthy relationship Talk to someone – find someone you can trust – a family member, friend, co-worker, EAP, supervisor, spiritual leader, community advisor or health professional. Call the Distress Centre and they can help make the appropriate referral. These resources can help you to examine all of your options so that you can decide what is best for you. 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. #mentalhealth #hr

Listen to today's podcast... This is the time of year to start drafting your letter to Santa. Letters to Santa Claus have a magical Christmas power all their own — they share a child's hopes and dreams, contain wishes innocent enough to bring tears to a parent's eyes and can save the day like in the classic holiday film, "Miracle on 34th Street." One letter went like this Dear Santa, I have been good for the last week or so…let's just focus on that. Even if you don't believe in Santa, what would you wish for? Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency!      Here Are Today's Tips For Building Your Resiliency And Celebrating Dear Santa Letter Week: Try writing a letter of all of your wants for the upcoming holidays. Don't expect them to be delivered on Christmas morning. That only happens in those sappy Hallmark-movies, but it might actually do you some good to take a moment to think about what you really want and put it in writing. There's something to be said for putting into words the things you want in your life. It can be an eye-opening experience as you may find that your priorities are made clear. You may also find that many of the things that you are wanting are within your control. Looking for more ways to build your resiliency, take my free on-line Vulnerability Test at worksmartlivesmart.com under the Resources And Courses tab. #mentalhealth #hr

Listen to today's podcast... Have you ever looked through old pictures and ever wondered whatever happened to some of the people that you were friends with or met along the way? Have you tried to find out where they are or what they are up to on social media? I have. I have looked up long lost roommates, classmates, old boyfriends, teachers, and even old bosses. Sometimes out of nostalgia. Sometimes out of curiosity. Sometimes out of a desire to reconnect. Forget Me Not Day is a day to try and reconnect with some of the people that you may not be in touch with anymore. Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency!      Here are my tips for Building Resiliency and Celebrating Forget Me Not Day: Social connection is important, but before I would spend a lot of time and energy on finding those from your past, ask yourself if you are doing a good job of staying connected and supporting those who are your current friends, colleagues, and family members. Research shows that doubling your group of friends has the same impact on your well-being as a 50% increase in income, we only have so much time and energy to spend on cultivating true, healthy relationships. So use your time and energy wisely. If you do have a desire to reconnect, ask yourself why. Is it because of curiosity, guilt, or an interest to start up a new relationship? The answer will also help you decide if you should reach out or invest the time and energy. Social connections and support are key to building resiliency and we know that we are forming fewer friendships than in the past. As life gets busier, we often find that we barely have enough time for ourselves, let alone staying connected with others. Developing and maintaining positive friendships takes effort. Friendships take time to grow, to build trust and to share common experiences. Today is a great day to reach out and let your friends know that you are thinking of them. If you like today's wellness tips, let me know. Looking for more tips to build your resiliency? Look for my book on Amazon called Stress Out. 52 Weeks To Letting More Life In #mentalhealth #hr

Listen to today's podcast... Our freedom is not something to be taken for granted. We could say that we are lucky to have the freedom to choose any religion we want, the freedom to be in a relationship with the person we love, the freedom to vote for our government officials…the list goes on. We are not lucky. People fought for our rights and our freedoms. Our freedom to chose should be celebrated, and that's what World Freedom Day is all about. World Freedom Day was first observed to commemorate the fall of the Berlin Wall and the reunification of loved ones separated by differing ideologies. Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency!      Here Are Today's Tips For Building Your Resiliency And Celebrating World Freedom Day: Read, listen and watch news stories about what is happening around the world. Expand your knowledge so that you can appreciate what you have because of the freedom to choose. Recognize that many people in the world who are still fighting for their own freedoms and liberties. With Remembrance Day only a few days away, give appreciation to all those who had and have the courage to insist on a better future for themselves, their families, and their country. Want to make sure that you don't miss out on any of my weekly postings? Follow Work Smart Live Smart on FaceBook #mentalhealth #hr

Listen to today's podcast... Wouldn't it be nice to have ample time…Really? More than enough time to get the things done that we would like to be able to get done? Do you remember the 1996 movie “Multiplicity” with Michael Keaton?  I would love to have several clones of myself all existing at the same time to get all of the many things done that I wanted to get done.  There would be the Magnificent Mom. The Grateful Gardener. The World Renown Stress Speaker and the Magnificent Marketer who could pump out websites and create marketing materials faster than a speeding bullet.  I am sure that I could think of more me's that I would need, but even 1 or 2 would be a great start. Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency!      Since this is not likely to happen, Here Are Today's Tips For Building Your Resiliency And Celebrating Ample Time Day: Know what your priorities are in each area of your life.  Write them down.  Once we know what is important to us, it is a lot easier to make decisions about how we use our time in the best way possible. Watch out for ‘black holes' that seem to suck a lot of our time away.  These activities may be enjoyable, they may be part of your relaxation program, but they also tend to eat up more time then we allocated or expected. Finally, make sure that you are taking care of yourself, otherwise you will be tired out and lack the energy to use your time wisely.  Looking for more ways to build your resiliency? Take my free on-line Vulnerability Test at worksmartlivesmart.com under the Resources And Courses tab. #mentalhealth #hr

Listen to today's podcast... Some days I am so tired that I can't think straight or even focus my eyes. This is an awful feeling, especially if this fatigue hits while I am driving. Has this ever happened to you? Over 60% of adults say they have driven drowsy in the past year. And 4% have had an accident or near accident because they were too tired, or they actually dozed off while driving. Drowsy Driving kills Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency!      Here Are Today's Tips For Building Your Resiliency And Celebrating National Drowsy Driving Prevention Week: Know that even one night of sleep loss or poor sleep can put you at risk of drowsy driving. But certain people have a higher risk of drowsy driving than others. So be aware if you have a sleep disorder, work shifts or are taking medications as these can increase your risk for drowsy driving. Rolling down the windows or turning up the volume on the radio will do little to increase your alertness while driving. So try to get a full night of seven to eight hours of sleep before driving. Avoid driving late at night or alone. And if you need to pull over at a rest stop and take a nap. Looking for more tips to build your resiliency' Look for my book on Amazon called Stress Out! 52 Weeks To Letting More Life In. #mentalhealth #hr

Listen to today's podcast... Gathering around a fire pit is a guaranteed way to instantly increase your relaxation factor. The crackling sound and bright flames are mesmerizing. There is nothing better for me, than a snowy day, cuddled with a blanket beside the fireplace hearing the crackling of the wood. These relaxing effects from fire may go back to prehistoric times when our ancestors socialized primarily around campfires – forging strong bonds with others and sharing the safety fire provided from predators. You may not have a campfire to sit by or a fireplace in your house, but you can now tune in to a TV station or Youtube video that broadcasts a wood burning fire experience all day long. One study found that that blood pressure decreased for those who watched and listened to the sound of a fire and the longer people watched the fire, the more relaxed they became. Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency!      Here are todays Hot Tips For Building Resiliency and Celebrating Firewood Day: With the busyness that we experience all day long, it is important for our mental health to find ways to stop, pause and slow down. A campfire, or sitting by the fireplace is a great way to pause and enjoy life's simple pleasures. #mentalhealth #hr

Listen to today's podcast... Our minds can not operate on ‘full throttle' all day long. Focus meditation helps to clear the mind of racing, cluttered thoughts by focusing our energies on a particular image or thought. Gradually distracting thoughts will decrease during meditation. This strategy helps to restore mental balance by providing a break in our hectic day. By allowing our mind to slow down it is better able to focus when we return to the task at hand. Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency!      Here are today's Tips For Building Resiliency and Celebrating National Stress Awareness Day: All that is needed is a quiet environment, a comfortable position, a mental image or positive thought in which to focus on, and an attitude that will permit relaxation to happen. Meditating or focusing on music or a relaxing video can give the mind a needed break from stressful events such as conflict, problem-solving, and high energy output. Guided imagery is a visualization technique, that goes one step further than mediation, by actually engaging the senses within the body to deliver a variety of messages. It can be used to reduce blood pressure, lower cholesterol, reduce muscle tension, and increase energy. Your body responds to these positive images in the same way it would, if the image was ‘real'. There is no way we can not get rid of all of our stress, nor do we want to. What we want to do is to reduce our negative reactions to stress so that we don't become sick, worn down, and worn out. Start by adding one relaxation technique to your daily checklist of things to do. Looking for more tips to build your resiliency? Look for my book on Amazon called Stress Out. 52 Weeks To Letting More Life In #mentalhealth #hr

Listen to today's podcast... Why is common sense not so common? Common sense is one of the most revered qualities in the workplace. People with common sense are seen as reasonable, down-to-earth, reliable, and practical but here's the catch. Common sense is neither common nor sense. If common sense was common, then most people wouldn't make the kinds of decisions they do. Every day people wouldn't buy stuff they couldn't afford. They wouldn't smoke cigarettes or eat junk food. They wouldn't gamble. In other words people wouldn't do a multitude of things that are clearly not good for them. Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency So Here Are My Tips For Building Resiliency In Celebrating Use Your Common-Sense Day: Trusting in common sense can cause us to make poor rather than sound judgments. Gather the facts. Look at past experience and talk to others before making decisions which could have dire consequences. Keep an open mind to all the possibilities, rather than just confirming the solution that you want to see. And finally, while we often think with our emotions, this can lead to negative outcomes. There are times when it's better to think with our analytic brain instead of our heart. Looking for more tips to build your resiliency? Look for my book on Amazon called Stress Out! 52 Weeks To Letting More Life In. #mentalhealth #hr

Listen to today's podcast... Most of us do it and some of us even started. It is frowned upon publicly, but privately, it is often indulged in. If you're a professional gossiper, then you can make money through publishing it in magazine and newspaper columns or even through your own talk show. However, in some places around the world it is seen as downright criminal. Workplace gossip can destroy. Gossip is thought to empower one person while disempowering another, accordingly many companies have formal policies in their employee handbook against gossip. Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency!      Here are Today's Tips For Building Resiliency And Celebrating And Gossip Day: Gossiping is a reflection of who you are at the core. Consider the conversations that you have. Are they serving a purpose? Is that purpose constructive. Is it focusing on solving issues or just to draw people to your side? It can be hard to avoid gossip. Become skilled at walking away or changing the subject. If you can, focus  the conversation on problem solving instead of allowing the attack to continue. Looking for resources to build your healthy workplace? Check out my top ten tips under resources and courses at www.worksmartlivesmart.com. #mentalhealth #hr

Listen to today's podcast... Sometimes when we try to multi-task, we may actually freeze up, lock up, or quit performing at our peak. There is so much pressure to get things done in a day, that we try to split our focus and work on several things at once.  Researchers have studied human multi-tasking for the past 25 years or so and have found that the brain cannot fully focus when multi-tasking. We take longer to complete tasks, often double or more the time, and are predisposed to error.   Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency!      Here Are My Tips For Building Resilience and Celebrating ZeroTasking Day: Today is the day to take it easy, give up multitasking, and try doing nothing. Not for the whole day. But try for an hour. And if that is too long, try 20 minutes. See how you feel and if being anxious was the only thing that you could focus on, know that being able to be still for a moment and quiet your mind and body takes practise. If you weren't successful, try again next weekend. Finally, let go of the idea that the more we tackle at any given time, the more productive we will be. Maintain your productivity by setting your priorities for a focused period of time and don't let distractions take you off course.  If you like today's wellness tips, let me know. You can leave me a review on amazon or through your #alexa app. 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 #mentalhealth #hr

Listen to today's podcast... Should have. Could have. Would have. I should have taken that other job. I should have talked to my friends before I spent all that time and energy. I should have just left it alone. Do you find that other people should all over you? You should do this. Or you should act this way. Most of us have things that we regret, or wish were different in our lives. However, it is both our good and bad decisions that mould us into who we are today. What we can do is learn from our past and try not to make the same mistakes again. Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency!      So Here Are Today Tips For Building Resiliency And Celebrating Giving Up Your Shoulds Day: I follow this quote as much as possible. It goes: never look back unless you are planning to go that way. Regret is a waste of energy and just leaves you feeling guilty. Remember, we need to follow our own path and not let other people's expectations rule our life. Want to make sure that you don't miss out on any of my weekly posting? Follow Work Smart Live Smart on Facebook. #mentalhealth #hr

Listen to today's podcast... Do you believe in magic? Did you know that there is a magic spell that can relieve your stress? It goes like this: Magic moon burning bright, Let thy will be done tonight. Answer now my earnest spell. Let things with Beverly all be well. Not sure about the spell? Not sure you believe in magic, but wishing that you could let magic relieve your stress? Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency!      Try These Tips For Building Your Resiliency And Celebrating International Magic Week: Fun is a stress reliever, as is laughing, and sharing with others. So go and see a magic show and let the magic take you away. Learn a magic trick and amaze your co-workers. Fun things added into your workday can increase productivity and creativity. And finally, one of my most loved stress relievers is my magic bag. It has nothing to do with magic other than the way the heat warms me up and relaxes me completely. Remember those who don't believe in magic will never find it. Looking for more tips to build your resiliency? Look for my book on Amazon called Stress Out! 52 Weeks To Letting More Life In. #mentalhealth #hr

Listen to today's podcast... Do you forget things? Is it because you forgot to write them down somewhere or tell Alexa to remind you? Sometimes we push it out of our mind because the task doesn't rank in importance or urgency. Sometimes it's because we want things to turn out just right and then we get overwhelmed by the details. I love this quote. If we fail to control the events in our life, then the events in our life will control us. Failing to plan and failing to keep moving forward, will ensure that we are stuck. Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency!      So Here Are Today's Tips For Building Resiliency And Celebrating Checklist Day: Find the answer to what's in it for me. Why is this task or decision important? What will I achieve once it's completed? Write it down or set up a reminder. Build systems and procedures to follow that will keep you on track. Make appointments with yourself for breaks, planning, visioning, and even napping. And reward yourself for getting things done. Looking for resources to build your resiliency? Check out my Live Smart Blog at www.worksmartlivesmart.com #mentalhealth #hr

Listen to today's podcast... Today is the day to spend time alone. In seclusion. However, it is a Wednesday, and you are likely at work or at school. Most of us never will - or want to - live in a cave for years and years like an actual hermit, but we can still celebrate Hermit Day. We can consider using seclusion at least once in a while as a way to rest up from the normal busyness of our lives. Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency!      So Here Are Today's Tips For Building Your Resilience And Celebrating Hermit Day: Turn off your phone Turn off your computer Clear your mind of your worries Rest Enjoy your quiet time Read, write or draw Write in your journal Meditate Take a short nap Go for a walk in nature 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 tips to build your resiliency? Check out my website at WorkSmartLIveSmart.com. #mentalhealth #hr

Listen to today's podcast... I love Halloween. I love getting dressed up now almost as much as I did as a kid. I have decorations everywhere. I even created a haunted bush path through our trees when my children were small. Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency!      Here Are My Tips For Building Resiliency And Celebrating Halloween Safety Week: With so many kids, teens, and adults joining in on the Halloween fun, it's important to remember a few simple tips to ensure that the night won't end up a fright. Talk to your young children so that they know what to expect. Being greeted by a mask creature can ruin the night if a child is not prepared. Remember Halloween activities for kids don't have to include squishy eyeballs and big monsters. Have a howling in a good time without the spin tingling chills that give children nightmares. If you are worried about ghouls and goblins include a line on your party invitation that simply says, no scary costumes please. Halloween parties and trick or treat can be a great we'll have fun. So plan ahead and happy haunting everyone. Want to find some more strategies for coping with stress? Check out my website at WorkSmartLIveSmart.com. #mentalhealth #hr

Listen to today's podcast... Do you have those days when you are more prickly than others or feel that you woke up on the wrong side of the bed? Sometimes we have these types of days when everything seems to just go wrong. We couldn't find our keys. We had a battle with our teenager. We got stuck in traffic or we're getting a cold. Today is the day to celebrate being cranky. To celebrate the crankiness in us all. Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency!      So Here Are My Tips For Being Cranky On Cranky Co-Worker Day: Don't hold the door open for anyone. Slam your office door. Don't say goodbye when you hang up the phone. Growl at anyone who seems perky. Say it can't be done to any suggestion that is made. Complain about the rain, snow, wind, sunshine, heat, blue sky, and wear really tight underwear, or at least the kind that seemed to want to climb up higher and higher. And finally, if these just don't sound right, smile and ignore the crankiness in someone else and maybe offer them a simple act of kindness. Looking for more tips to build your resiliency? Look for my book on Amazon called Stress Out! 52 Weeks To Letting More Life In #mentalhealth #hr

Listen to today's podcast... Though everyone may want something unique from our job, there are some things in common that unite us. One of them being that we want to know that we are making a difference. A good leader knows how to recognize and value their team members, to let them know that they matter. They make a point to notice, show respect and appreciation for a job well done. And they ensure that the team is not just receiving negative criticism. Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency!      Today's Tips For Building Resiliency And Celebrating Make A Difference Day: You don't need to be a leader to make a point of recognizing someone for their contribution, their energy, or their hard work. One of the greatest gifts that we can give to one another is the gift of encouragement. Build others up and truly value the contributions they make. You do not need to be best friends with every one at work, but communicating in a positive way can help to build a positive, productive, and enjoyable place to work. Want to make sure that you don't miss any of my weekly postings, follow WorkSmartLiveSmart on FaceBook. #mentalhealth #hr

Listen to today's podcast... There is nothing more relaxing than having a skilled massage therapist, work out the tension from an overly taunt neck and shoulder muscles. But how is a massage an important component to mental health? Massage can increase circulation by manually applying pressure and movement. It stimulates nerve receptors causing the blood vessels to dilate. It increases oxygen capacity and loosens muscles. All of this is great for promoting the body's relaxation response. The other benefit is that it forces you to be still and to let your mind wander. When the mind is allowed to relax, it is better able to focus when we need it after the message. Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency!      So Here Are My Tips For Building Resiliency And Celebrating National Massage Therapy Awareness Week. Find a qualified massage therapist. Ask your friends who they would recommend. Book the time. If you wait for the perfect time. you will never find it. Our mental health is important, and massage can play an important role in helping us to relax. So lay back and enjoy. Looking for better ways to build your resiliency? Take my free online vulnerability test at WorkSmartLiveSmart.com under the resources and courses tab. #mentalhealth #hr

Listen to today's podcast... Our goal is to stop rewarding irritating behaviours and attitudes. To do this, we must understand what employees expect to gain from being so difficult.  Celebrate Mediation Week. Understanding why some co-workers may become difficult or negative, and when they are more likely to act that way, can prevent the buildup of tension. So why are people difficult? Some employees learn very early on, that the more noise they make, the more likely those around them will respond to their squeaky wheel. For some, negative attitudes and behaviors are expressed when they just don't have the energy to use better communication skills, judgment, or manners. The difficulty behind these attitudes and behaviors is that they are highly toxic, and they can ripple out to those around us. Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency So Here Are Today's Tips For Building Resiliency In Celebrating Mediation Week: Our goal is to stop rewarding those irritating behaviors. To do this we must understand what the person expects to gain from being so difficult. Some want to feel more in control. Some want to feel important and listened to. Be in the moment and treat each person as if they are all that matters. It is hard to be difficult with someone who makes us feel special. And finally, move difficult people away from problem identification into problem solving. By understanding what employees expect to gain from using undesirable behaviors, we are in a much better position to deflect and defeat the difficult behavior. Looking for resources to build your healthy workplace? Check out my top ten tips under resources and courses at WorkSmartLiveSmart.com. #mentalhealth #hr

Listen to today's podcast... But you look so good! 96% of illnesses are invisible. These people do not use a cane or any assistive device and may look perfectly healthy. 60% are between the ages of 18 and 64. It's hard to know what to do when a person has an illness. It's even harder when it's virtually invisible. Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency!      Here are today's Tips For Building Resiliency and Celebrating National Invisible Chronic Illness Week Don't be afraid to talk about what they're experiencing. Open the lines of communication and follow the other person's lead. If they want to go into details, they will. If they would rather talk about other things, they will let you know. If you're living with an invisible chronic illness it's important to keep connected. Reach out for support. It's only by opening up about your illness that you can educate people and invite them to be there for you. You may be surprised, but they may be dealing with their own invisible chronic illness and could really use your support, or they may become one of your biggest advocates or confidents. You won't know until you give them a chance. Looking for more information on making your mental health matter? Check out my online courses at worksmartlivesmart.com #mentalhealth #hr

Listen to today's podcast... According to the health index almost 45% of people don't put their health at the top of their priority list and for some it's not on the list at all. Many of us will experience a critical illness at some point in their life. It's just a matter of rolling the dice. Medical advances mean that we have a better chance of surviving a critical illness. However surviving a critical illness, such as breast cancer, can be one of the most difficult challenges in life and often brings overwhelming medical and financial burdens on the person and their family. Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency!      Knowing that one in nine women will develop breast cancer, Here Are Today's Tips For Building Resiliency In Celebrating Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Know that supportive families have a beneficial impact on the patient's response to treatment, however if the family anxiety is high, they may be unable to support the patient and may transfer their anxiety. So understand what family members need during this difficult time. The most important of these needs is assurance and hope they want to remain near their patient, and they want to receive information and support. Anxiety is reduced when a sense of control is promoted. For more information on coping with mental health, sign up for one of my online courses at WorkSmartLiveSmart.com, under the resources and courses tab. #mentalhealth #hr

Listen to today's podcast... Children have been back to school now for a month and we're starting to see the rise of colds and other ailments, both in our children and in our workplaces. Though these are not usually cases of influenza, it is a reminder that the true flu season is just around the corner, and that we need to protect our families and our co-workers. Influenza is an infection of the nose throat and lungs caused by the influenza virus. For most people the flu is uncomfortable, tiring, and can keep you bedridden for many days. But for some, the flu can be serious. Each year the flu causes many unnecessary deaths. The most common way the flu is spread is through flu germs on people's hands. If you touch something with the flu germs on it, then touch your face or mouth, you could get infected. Flu germs can also travel through the air. If a person with the flu sneezes, or coughs, their spray can carry the virus to your nose, mouth, and our eyes. Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency!      Today's Tip For Building Resiliency And Celebrating Flu Prevention Month: Wash your hands often and consider getting the flu shot. For some the flu shot is the best defense. For more information, check me out on twitter at SOS To Stress. #mentalhealth #hr

Listen to today's podcast... Do you think the people have always been this stressed? I'm often asked if we have more or less stress than we did a hundred or two hundred years ago. Our lives are stressful today, but they were way back then as well. One of the things that helped people to cope was a sense of support. Back then we lived in smaller communities, had families around us, and we knew our neighbors. Today we live in large communities, our families may live hours or continents away, and we have no idea who lives around us. Our support circles have grown smaller and smaller. Let's talk month embraces sharing your stories and asking for help as ways of gaining and giving support. It is one of the three main strategies in positive stress management. Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency!      Here Are My Hot Tips For Building Resiliency And Celebrating Let's Talk Month: Learn to share your thoughts and feelings, your successes, and your challenges. Learn to listen to other's thoughts and feelings, successes, and challenges. Looking for more tips to build your resiliency? Look for my book on Amazon called Stress Out! 52 Weeks To Letting More Life In. #mentalhealth #hr

Listen to today's podcast... Do you have balance in your life? Have you ever had balanced? What does balance mean to you? Without taking the times to evaluate how things really are, it's nearly impossible to make the changes you need to make in order to create the life you wish to lead. Evaluate your life day is an opportunity to sit down and review. It is a time to pause and reflect. In my workshops, I help people look at what they're spending their time and energy on and then we discuss how they would like their life to be. It's not easy and often messy. Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency!      So Today's Tips For Building Resiliency And Celebrating Evaluate Your Life Day: First, it's easy to wish that things were different, but to be different, we must evaluate first. This takes effort. So sit down and make notes. Understand your priorities, then make active decisions to make these things a priority. This isn't about wishing. It's about doing. Looking from more tips to build your resiliency? Look for my book on Amazon called Stress Out! 52 Weeks To Letting More Life In. #mentalhealth #hr

Listen to today's podcast... ‘The change', ‘the time of life' – call it what you will, it is an unavoidable fact that all women go through menopause as they age into their 50's, and 60's. However, for some women this natural process is a time of anxiety and distress. Menopause is influenced by hormones – or more correctly, by a change in hormone levels. Less oestrogen is produced, causing the body to behave differently. However the body does not stop producing oestrogen overnight, and the process can take several years, during which negative symptoms can arise. Hot flushes are the most common symptom of the menopause, occurring in three in every four menopausal women. Other common symptoms include night sweats, sleeplessness, vaginal dryness, irritated skin, more frequent urinary incontinence and urinary tract infections, low mood and a reduced interest in sex. Symptoms vary hugely in duration, severity and what impact they have on women. Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency!      Here Are My Tips For Building Resiliency And Celebrating World Menopause Day; Some women experience increased anxiety during the menopause. Regular exercise helps to convert stress into positive energy. Talk to your doctor about health screening tests such as bone density, heart health, and depression to minimize the impact of menopause. Some women breeze through a problem-free menopause, but most experience some symptoms ranging from mild to severe. If you feel that you are struggling, consult your doctor for advice. Whatever the symptoms, help is available in a range of ways. If you like today's wellness tips, let me know. You can leave me a review on amazon or through your #alexa app. Discover how to take small steps towards a healthier, happier, less-stressed you by visiting my website at worksmartlivesmart.com. #mentalhealth #hr

Listen to today's podcast... Squeaky doors. Slow internet connections. No subject heading in an email message. Cracking knuckles. Toilet lid being left up. Being put on hold. Music while on hold. Repeated messages while on hold. Some of our pet peeves can move from simple annoyances into being rude or aggressive. Think of road rage. It usually starts because one person was not paying attention or assumed that they had the right to do what they did, and then the offended party gets annoyed, then angry, and they may even retaliate. Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency!      Here Are Today's Tips For Building Resiliency During Pet Peeves Week: Make a list of your pet peeves. There is something cathartic and humorous about doing this. Often awareness can help us to see the lighter side. Learn how to move on and not waste your mental energy or let your blood pressure skyrocket. And finally, understand that someone else's behavior that annoys you wasn't targeted specifically to you. Don't personalize it and read more into it than there is. Looking for ways to build your resiliency? Take my free online vulnerability test at WorkSmartLiveSmart.com under the resources and courses tab. #mentalhealth #hr

Listen to today's podcast... Are bosses who are fair, supportive, and kind gone by the way of the dodo bird? If we were to listen to the media, or the complaints from friends and family, you would think that this was true. We hear about cut-throat bosses. Bosses who are bullies. The ones who steal all of the glory for themselves. There are bosses who are perfectionists. And then there are those bosses who only care about the bottom line. In fact. in one survey, seventy five percent of workers said that dealing with their boss was the most stressful part of their day. Bosses Day is the day for employees to recognize their boss for their positive traits. Like it or not your boss plays an important role in your productivity, creativity, and overall health. It is up to you to build the best relationship with your boss that you can. Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency!      Here Are Today's Tips For Building Resiliency And Celebrating Bosses Day: Examine how you describe your work, your boss, and your company. If you find that you are using all negative language, stop. It's undermining you mental and physical health. Focus on solutions not problems. Have conversations that move things forward. And finally, don't be moody and don't let your boss' mood impact you. You have no idea what they are dealing with. So reserve your judgments. Be the one that is in control of their mood. Looking for resources to build your healthy workplace? Check out my top ten tips under resources and courses at WorkSmartLiveSmart.com. #mentalhealth #hr

Listen to today's podcast... All goody two-shoes, beware. You are not welcome on this day. Today is a day for all grouches to celebrate their way of life. According to the Muppet Wiki, a grouch's mission in life is to be as miserable and as grouchy as possible and pass that feeling on everyone else. Only then will a grouch be in touch with his or her world and be happy. Yet even though grouch may show happiness at anyone's misfortune, a grouch would never admit to being happy. Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency!      My Tip For Celebrating National Grouch Day: Be miserable. Complain over everything. And enjoy nothing. Tomorrow will not be better. There is no silver lining. And the glass almost empty. Looking for better ways to build your resiliency? Take my free online vulnerability test at WorkSmartLiveSmart.com under the resources and courses tab. #mentalhealth #hr

Listen to today's podcast... I have a social phobia. It produces extreme reactions in me.  I get tongue-tied. My voice shakes and my heart races whenever I have to perform in front of others. I hate snakes. They give me the willies. Many people have those things in their life that give them the heebie-jeebies. It may be snakes or it could be heights, needles, or even lightning. Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency!      Here Are My Tips For Building Resiliency And Celebrating Face Your Fears Day: Know that it's okay to avoid your phobia if you can and as long as it doesn't interfere with your everyday living and happiness. Thankfully I can stay away from snakes in my line of work and in my life. If you can't outright avoid them, learn how to challenge some of the unhelpful thoughts that the fear generates. Plan and practice your stress and relaxation strategies ahead of time, so that they're like second nature during your exposure. And finally, ask for help. Others can support you during those stressful times and they may be able to find strategies to lessen the stress that you feel. For more information on phobias and other mental health issues sign up for one of my online courses at WorkSmartLiveSmart.com under the resources and courses tab. #mentalhealth #hr