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Ways to show gratitude this holiday season
Rather than purchasing gifts for everyone, consider a unique approach that will have an equal impact, if not more. Here are some creative ways to show gratitude this holiday season: Open the door for someone. Focus on the simple things like holding doors for shoppers...
Expressing your gratitude this Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is right around the corner and your plans may be far from normal this year. Some disappointment is natural and it’s okay to feel sad or angry. Acknowledging these emotions allows you to process them. Then it is time to channel your energy into positive...
Paying it forward
When you think of the term “paying it forward,” you may think it needs to be big or grandiose. Do not overlook ways in which small, selfless acts can exist. The feeling associated with paying it forward, with doing good with no expectation of anything in return, is...
Practice kindness
Did you know that practicing kindness can alleviate stress and other mental health concerns, including depression and anxiety? When you are kind to others, you increase feelings of connectivity with those around you, improve your relationships and boost your overall...
How Friendships Benefit Your Mental Health
Whether it is with a significant other, friends, family members or coworkers, happy and healthy relationships Whether you’re sharing laughs over a cup of coffee or leaning on each other for support in tough times, good friends always seem to be there when we need them...
Ideas for quality family time
Quality family time is vital for creating healthy relationships with your closest loved ones. When you spend time together, you create memories and build bonds that give everyone a stable environment to express vulnerabilities and grow, both together and as...
Strengthen ties
Whether it is with a significant other, friends, family members or coworkers, happy and healthy relationships can help improve your overall wellbeing. Having strong connections with other individuals allows you to feel more comfortable and relaxed, which allows you to...
Social well-being
Having conversations, smiling and laughing with loved ones can improve your mood when you’re feeling down. Social well-being means caring for yourself and your relationships as well as creating genuine connections with those around you. Read on to discover what you...
Five best practices for encouraging kids to save
How can you help your children become responsible savers? It’s an important question. As with so many good habits, the earlier we start cultivating good saving behaviors, the easier it can be to maintain them throughout our lives. Here are five suggestions for ways to...
Help keep your retirement account safe, secure and stay a step ahead
33% of Americans have been victims of identity theft1 Log in to your Penn State Health Retirement Plan account at retire.pennstatehealth.org to make sure all your information is up to date. Becoming a victim of fraud or identity theft can be a scary thought - luckily,...