Posted in Newsletter on Mar 31, 2023 by HR
I don’t know about you, but the more stressful my workday, the more likely I am to stress eat an entire bag of chips when I get home. Excessive stress affects all parts of our life, so it’s important to have healthy strategies to cope. Luckily, we have many tools at UNM that can help us manage and reduce the influence of our daily work stressors.
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Posted in Newsletter on Mar 01, 2023 by HR
HSC Wellness has joined with Burnalong to offer sessions that focus on employee self-care. On March 28, 29, and 30, you will have the opportunity to engage and learn about various aspects of wellness from Burnalong experts.
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Posted in Newsletter on Mar 01, 2023 by HR
Switching up your exercise routine to include stairs can we refreshing! Walking or running stairs increases leg power, helps build and maintain healthy bones, joints, and muscles. The benefits of including step work can be exponential when done correctly.
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Posted in Newsletter on Mar 01, 2023 by HR
Our mental health is as important as our physical health. According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA), two thirds of nearly 450 million people worldwide who are currently living with a mental illness do not seek treatment.
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Posted in Newsletter on Jan 04, 2023 by HR
Get ready for the 6th Annual Stadium Stair Challenge on Saturday, April 29, 2023! Join in the excitement of walking, jogging, or running the University Stadium stairs.
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Posted in Newsletter on Jan 04, 2023 by HR
Financial stress can make us emotionally drained. For many people, the weight of finances exists even with only moderate debt and an OK credit score. After the holidays, the credit card bills begin rolling in. According to a recent study from the American Psychological Association, 72% of Americans reported feeling stressed about money at some point during the last month.
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Posted in Newsletter on Jan 04, 2023 by HR
Benefits & Employee Wellness is again offering our popular LifeSteps Weight Management Program this spring. And because the class is offered to employees at no cost, there has never been a better time to join and work toward your weight management goal.
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Posted in Newsletter on Jan 04, 2023 by HR
Do you feel like you could use more positivity in your daily life? You have an opportunity to start the new year on the right foot.
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Posted in Newsletter on Nov 30, 2022 by HR
Feelings about the holidays are unique to our individual experiences. They can cause feelings of happiness, unhappiness, or ambivalence. One thing is almost certain – the holidays can cause stress due to many factors, including overscheduling, overindulging, and overspending.
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Posted in Newsletter on Nov 30, 2022 by HR
Do you want to start the new year with some self- care and self-improvement? In January, Benefits & Employee Wellness will offer a program that facilitates the workbook: Move from Surviving to Thriving: A Positive Psychology Workbook for Challenging Times,” authored by UNM Professor, Bruce W. Smith, PhD.
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