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According to the Public Health Agency, giving to others stimulates the reward areas in the brain, creating positive feelings and improving our overall wellbeing. In fact, research has also shown that those who give: 💚 Tend to live longer 💚 Have lower stress levels 💚 Higher levels of emotional wellbeing 💚 Improved self-esteem 💚 Heightened levels of happiness 💚 Have a strong sense of belonging Giving can come in various different forms, so if you're not already participating, why not find something that you enjoy and give something back this festive period. #5pillarsofvitality #Think #BusinessAsAForceForGood #giving #volunteering #wellbeingbenefits

July is Social Wellness Month! Strong social relationships and healthy interactions are vital for mental health and well-being, especially for our seniors. Here are some tips for enhancing social wellness and how we support our community at Meals on Wheels Collin County: 💬 Call or video chat with family and friends. 🎨 Join local events or pick up a new hobby. 🤝 Give back to the community and make new friends. 🏃 Join a walking group or exercise class. 🧘 Try meditation or yoga. 🗣️ Talk to a trusted friend or counselor. How We Support Social Wellness: Friendly visits and meal deliveries by volunteers. Connecting seniors with volunteers for support. Encouraging engagement in local activities. Ensuring our seniors are healthy and well. Supporting seniors' pets for companionship. Let's celebrate Social Wellness Month by creating strong social connections and supporting each other's well-being! 💙 #SocialWellnessMonth #MealsOnWheelsCollinCounty #SeniorWellness #StayConnected #Volunteer #CommunitySupport

How do we create space with an intersectional lens when it's not your lived experience? It's a good question and there is a lot to be said primarily by those who you are working with. I'd ask did you ask them or attend similar spaces to the one you attended and ask yourself the questions who is missing? why/how are they unable to be here? what can I do to invite them to my space that I'm trying to create. Most importantly remember 'You can lead a horse to water but you can't make the house drink' - that's ok and you haven't failed. (I did change the quote slightly no need to gender the house - like if you agree 😁) This quarter we are running our Rest Club at People Dem Collective in Thanet, Kent. We will be holding space for conversation around wellness, mental wellbeing, how winter treated our communities bodies and what their hopes are for 2024. If you are an organisation prepping for the end of 2023 financial year, get in contact with NBE FITNESS as you strategies your staff wellbeing offers, team away days or health/wellbeing supplier days we here to run Rest Clubs for your team. Let's talk today https://lnkd.in/eHEBmA33 #2023 #finacialyear #healthandwellbeing #staffstrategy #HR #EDI #Communitywellfair #precurement #holistic #parents #caregivers

Left Over Budget? Underspending? Just sharing this opportunity for you to support our youth initiatives, transforming the lives of young people across the nation! We do this through wellbeing workshops and social action projects.#generationevolve #socialactionprojects #wellbeing #selfcare

With our world facing unprecedented challenges, wellbeing matters more than ever. When we choose to take action to help others, they benefit, we benefit and we set an example of kindness that can ripple out into the world too. #Amtan #Amtanmedicals #WellbeingMatters #TakeAction #KindnessMatters #SpreadKindness #PayItForward #PositiveImpact #HelpOthers #CommunitySupport #RippleEffect #BeTheChange #SupportEachOther #MentalHealthMatters #CaringCommunity #MakeADifference #KindnessIsContagious #Empathy #SupportNetworks #GlobalSolidarity

💙 Promoting Well-Being: Insights from Our Team Our Work Better, Enjoy Life initiative is designed to view our lives holistically—supporting physical, mental, social, and financial health both at work and beyond. Some days ago, we presented our initiatives regarding physical health and today we want to share with you that, at#BBVACIB, we prioritize mental and social health to create a thriving workplace. Our employees share how these initiatives positively impact their well-being: -Access to counseling services helps maintain mental well-being. -Volunteer activities strengthen team bonds and community impact. -Upgraded paternity leave allows for precious family time. 👇 🎥Watch the video to hear all their insights. #WellBeingAtWork #MentalHealth #LifeatBBVA

One of the articles published in the Disability and Health Journal provides valuable insights that deserve our attention and can be effectively applied in our communities, organisations, families, and daily lives. Authors Emerson, Fortune, Llewellyn, and Stancliffe's research in their article "Loneliness, social support, social isolation and wellbeing among working age adults with and without disability" is particularly important to improve #community, #organisational, and #individualwellbeing. Here are three key points linking their research to practical improvements in #wellbeing. Our added thoughts connect these points to the concept of #personalwellbeingbudgets, illustrating how they can effectively track and manage our wellbeing in tangible and meaningful ways These insights, originally published in 2020, are even more valuable today as we face ongoing #globalConflicts and rising costs of living, causing many to struggle #financially, #mentally, and #socially: 1: Prioritise Reducing #Loneliness: The article highlights that loneliness significantly impacts wellbeing, particularly among people with #disabilities. Personal wellbeing budgets should be allocated to initiatives that foster social interactions and #communityEngagement to directly address loneliness and improve overall wellbeing. 2: Enhance Social Support Systems: The study emphasises the importance of comprehensive #socialSupport, beyond just increasing social contacts. Investing personal wellbeing budgets in holistic programs that provide emotional support, meaningful social activities, and opportunities for community participation can significantly enhance social connectedness and #wellbeing. 3: Tailored Wellbeing Programs: The findings show that loneliness and social isolation affect different demographic groups uniquely. Personal wellbeing budgets should be used to create targeted initiatives for specific groups, such as #youngerAdults or those living alone, to address their unique needs and improve their social connections and overall quality of life. The full article is freely available as Open Access on: https://lnkd.in/g-du6BzX #Wellbeing #Loneliness #SocialSupport #MentalHealth #CommunityEngagement

🟢 Day 231/366👋 💥This Month's Topic: SELF-CARE💥 This question encourages you to reflect on the importance of social connections in your self-care routine and consider how you can actively build and strengthen your support system to improve your overall well-being. #selfdiscovery #williampaulkp #selfdiscovery366 #SocialSupport #CommunityCare #Supportetwork #SelfCare #ConnectionMatters #MentalHealthSupport #StrengthInNumbers #HealthyRelationships #WellBeing #selfcarejourney

🌿💖 Self-Care: The Key to Supporting Others 💖🌿 In our busy lives, it’s easy to forget that taking care of ourselves is not a luxury—it’s a necessity. Just like a cup needs to be full to pour out its contents, we must prioritize our own well-being before we can truly support those around us. Remember, it’s not selfish to take time for yourself—it’s a vital part of being able to give back. So, fill your cup first! ☕️✨ What are your favorite self-care practices? Share in the comments below! Let’s encourage each other to prioritize our well-being. 💚 #SelfCare #MentalHealth #Wellness #SupportOthers #YourBusinessName #PourFromAFullCup #CommunityCare

As the holiday season approaches, remember that involving your loved one in celebrations can enhance their wellbeing immensely. Whether it’s sharing a meal, participating in festive activities, or simply enjoying each other’s company, these moments foster connection and joy. Social connections provide essential emotional support, help limit stress, and significantly reduce feelings of loneliness. Unfortunately, many older adults become less socially engaged over time, which can affect their overall wellbeing. That’s where we come in! Our Balanced Care Method™ focuses on opportunities for our clients to make new friends, engage in enriching conversations, discover exciting hobbies, and stay connected with family, friends, and their community. Ready for a new approach to home care? Learn more now: https://lnkd.in/gSdFfSST #CaregivingTips #IndependentLiving #HomeCareTips #arlington #arlingtontexas #ArlingtonTx