Corporate Corner

WITH GRATITUDE…

I would personally like to send out a heartfelt note of gratitude to Erik Sears – our self-proclaimed “King of Clean” for Trilogy. Around the beginning of April, after our heads stopped spinning from the insanity of “PANDEMIC” freak out, Erik shifted gears to specifically focus on researching and developing comprehensive SOP’s for all of our locations from all things like how to clean a massage room to the proper products to use on fitness equipment. He has been a stable “go-to” for all things COVID-19 and probably knows more about the virus than he cares to admit. I am grateful for Erik’s focus on the tedious intricacies of developing these amazing SOP’s that have been shared with ISPA and others as a first hand example of how it’s done. Thank you Erik! We would be lost without you. We appreciate you and all you have done through this pandemic to help us stay clean and sanitized (yes, there is a difference between the two) and healthy!

– Brennan Evans, Vice President, Operations

DID YOU KNOW…

Through your Insperity portal, you have access to an array of resources to support every aspect of your well-being. To access these resources, log into your Insperity portal (www.portal.insperity.com), select “Benefits” and then “Wellbeing” under the Resources section.

10 THINGS YOU CAN DO NOW FOR YOUR MENTAL WELLNESS

As we continue to make sense of today’s environment, it’s critical to not forget about ourselves! With so much uncertainty out there, the one thing that is certain is you and your health. What you choose to do with it is up to you. Try these tips to help you keep your balance, or to re-balance yourself.

1. Value yourself: Treat yourself with kindness and respect and avoid self-criticism. Make time for your hobbies and favorite projects, or broaden your horizons. Do a daily crossword puzzle, plant a garden, take dance lessons, learn to play an instrument or become fluent in another language.

2. Take care of your body: Taking care of yourself physically can improve your mental health.

Be sure to:
• Eat nutritious meals
• Avoid cigarettes — see Tobacco Cessation Help
• Drink plenty of water
• Exercise, which helps decrease depression and anxiety and improve moods
• Get enough sleep. Researchers believe that lack of sleep contributes to a high rate of depression in college students.

3. Surround yourself with good people: People with strong family or social connections are generally healthier than those who lack a support network. Make plans with supportive family members and friends, or seek out activities where you can meet new people, such as a club, class or support group.

4. Give yourself: Volunteer your time and energy to help someone else. You’ll feel good about doing something tangible to help someone in need.

5. Learn how to deal with stress: Like it or not, stress is a part of life. Practice good coping skills: Try One-Minute Stress Strategies, do Tai Chi, exercise, take a nature walk, play with your pet or try journal writing as a stress reducer. Also, remember to smile and see the humor in life. Research shows that laughter can boost your immune system, ease pain, relax your body and reduce stress.

6. Quiet your mind: Try meditating, mindfulness and/or prayer. Relaxation exercises and prayer can improve your state of mind and outlook on life. In fact, research shows that meditation may help you feel calm and enhance the effects of therapy.

7. Set realistic goals: Decide what you want to achieve, professionally and personally, and write down the steps you need to realize your goals. Aim high, but be realistic and don’t over-schedule. You’ll enjoy a tremendous sense of accomplishment and self-worth as you progress toward your goal.

8. Break up the monotony:
Although our routines make us more efficient and enhance our feelings of security and safety, a little change of pace can perk up a tedious schedule. Alter your jogging route, plan a road-trip, take a walk in a different park, or hang some new pictures.

9. Avoid alcohol and other drugs: Keep alcohol use to a minimum and avoid other drugs. Sometimes people use alcohol and other drugs to “self-medicate” but in reality, alcohol and other drugs only aggravate problems.

10. Get help when you need it: Seeking help is a sign of strength — not a weakness. And it is important to remember that treatment is effective. People who get appropriate care can recover from mental illness and addiction and lead full, rewarding lives.

Think Differently: Supporting Your Mental Health With Natural Methods
-Tieraona Low Dog, M.D. Clinical Physician, Professor, Natural Healer