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and the consequences of those.
Companies are becoming more
aware of this and the importance of
self care of employees because they
are the most importance assets of an
organization. To incorporate well-
ness and mental health initiatives
and explore ideas on how to spread
a wellness-minded work culture is a
step forward.
Some companies have adopted the
following:
• mindfulness practices to boost cogni-
tion
• physical exercise
• healthy networking to cultivate relation-
ships
• adding healthy habits
• eating appropriate food to increase
energy and performance
• connect with nature
• decreasing unhealthy habits such as
smoking
• recognize employees’ accomplishments
• walking meetings
• adding ergonomics
“The key to growth is the introduction
of higher dimensions of consciousness
into our awareness.”
When employees are more centered
and balanced, they can be high
performers. Research has shown a
big increase of chronic work-related
stress. When we start understand-
ing how stress can affect our lives
then we can take action and the re-
sult can be seen at work, family life,
and individual health. The “becom-
ing aware” of our thinking, feelings,
emotions, and behaviors can help us
get grounded. It’s not ONE area; it’s
a group of areas to achieve a good
quality life.
TO CULTIVATE AND
MAINTAIN YOUR
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL
WELLNESS IS THE MAGIC
IDEA AND IMPORTANCE
OF CARING FOR YOU AS
A PERSON.
Julie Alvira, MD, MBA. www.coachdrjulie.com. Dr. Julie is a Certified Life Coach
for men and women but has a passion for Women Recovery from Addictions.
Creator of Your Recovery Gal program for women. Nationally Certified Addictions
Professional. [email protected]. Bilingual virtual or in office session.
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