by BeWell Penn State Health | Jan 24, 2024 | Emotional Wellness, Intellectual Wellness, Social Wellness, Topics, Wellness Articles
The new year often comes with the pressure of making sweeping changes or setting big goals. Often, this leads to expecting unrealistic results along with feelings of disappointment and failure when those results are not reached. The good news is that positive change...
by BeWell Penn State Health | Jan 17, 2024 | Emotional Wellness, Social Wellness, Topics, Wellness Articles
When thinking about a New Year’s resolution, it is helpful to choose an objective that can be successfully reached. These goals may be short- or long-term, simple or complex, individual or shared. Some of the most common New Year’s Resolutions include: Focusing on...
by BeWell Penn State Health | Jan 10, 2024 | Emotional Wellness, Social Wellness, Topics, Wellness Articles
Why Set Goals? Science has shown that goal setting is the most effective performance enhancing strategy available. How it Works Provides a measure to evaluate progress & success Helps in the discovery of new strategies and techniques Directs attention and energy...
by BeWell Penn State Health | Dec 20, 2023 | Emotional Wellness, Financial Wellness, Physical Wellness, Social Wellness, Topics, Wellness Articles
The holidays tend to bring shopping, parties, presents and extra doses of stress. When the busyness of the season is at its peak, it can be hard to stop and regroup. Use the suggestions below to stay centered, especially if the holidays have taken an emotional toll on...
by BeWell Penn State Health | Dec 13, 2023 | Emotional Wellness, Financial Wellness, Physical Wellness, Social Wellness, Topics, Wellness Articles
Stress and depression can increase during the holidays because the season presents a dizzying array of demands – parties, shopping, baking, cleaning and entertaining, to name just a few. But with some practical tips, you can minimize the stress, especially if the...
by BeWell Penn State Health | Dec 6, 2023 | Emotional Wellness, Physical Wellness, Social Wellness, Topics, Wellness Articles
No matter how you celebrate the holidays, prioritizing the health of you and your loved ones can help you make the most of the season. Reflect on what steps you can take to prevent holiday burnout by considering some of the categories below. Mental healthWhile the...
