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5 TIPS FOR MANAGING POST-PANDEMIC ANXIETY After a year of social distancing and staying home, we can start to see the light at the end of the tunnel. Since your social calendar has been blank for the last few months, filling it back up can feel liberating but it can also cause anxiety. If you feel like you’ve forgotten how to interact face-to-face, are dreading having to socialize, or are worried about the safety of attending group gatherings again, you’re not alone.... The good news is there are several ways to manage your anxiety as you transition to a new lifestyle. Here’s what our providers recommend as you think about post-pandemic social interactions and all the changes that lie ahead: 1. Don’t judge yourself 2. Focus on the present 3. Go slow, but don’t avoid 4. Set boundaries 5. Talk to a professional . . . #nomorewaitlists #betterlife #canadahealthcare #betterliving #takecareofyourself #postpandemic #anxiety #anxietysupport #anxietytips #anxietyrecovery See more

PROTECTING YOUR BODY WHILE WORKING FROM HOME For some people, working from home seems more convenient and it saves them a lot of time, but it's far from perfect. We don't have to go out, and, as a consequence, most of us are less active. It's so easy to neglect our health and mental wellbeing, which can have serious consequences in the long run. The good news is that most of the issues related to working from home could be prevented. All you have to do is adjust your habit...s, and here are the best things you can do for your physical and mental well-beingREAD MORE [https://nomorewaitlists.net/posts] . . . #nomorewaitlists #betterlife #canadahealthcare #betterliving #takecareofyourself #getmoving #screentime #mentalhealth #workstation #workingfromhome See more

THANK YOU FOR ALL THE NURSES On this special day for nurses, International Nurses Day, we would like to thank all the nurses who tirelessly work so hard to ensure that their patients are always given the best possible care... #IKnowANurse #NationalNursingWeek #Nurses2021 #internationalnursesday #nurseday

10 THINGS TO DO WHEN YOU FEEL LONELY Loneliness is going around, and it’s having a pretty big impact. Prolonged loneliness can drain you emotionally, making life seem bleak and pointless. It can also lead to physical symptoms, including aches and pains, sleep problems, and a weakened immune response.... It’s not necessarily about being physically surrounded by peoplebecause you might feel especially lonely in a crowdbut about your mentality. When you feel lonely, it’s usually because you aren’t quite satisfied with what you have, whether it’s in that moment or throughout your life. He are 10 things you can actually do to feel a little less lonely, a little more confident, and way more connected: - Stay connected - Get curious. Ask questions - Fill your house with sound - Take the time to slow down. - Perform anonymous acts of kindness. - Give back to your community. - Consider a pet - Do something you love - Reach out for help - Join a Group or Club If loneliness doesn’t seem to improve and you feel low more often than not, talking to a therapist can help. #nomorewaitlists #betterlife #loneliness #canadahealthcare #betterliving #takecareofyourself #loneliness #beatlonelinesstogether #fightloneliness

FEELING ANGRY? ASK YOURSELF THESE QUESTIONS Anger is there to tell us that something is wrong. Some of us get angry more often and with greater intensity than most people. If you’re one of those people, here are some questions to ask yourself that might lead to less anger. ... 1) Am I truly understanding the other person? 2) Are my expectations reasonable? 3) Is my anger getting me what I want? 4) Am I angry at the right person? 5) Is my anger out of proportion to the offense? 6) Can I really change this situation? By asking ourselves these questions when we are gripped by anger, we can release the hold of those negative emotions. All of our emotions are windows into our inner worlds. They tell us about who we are, what motivates us to do things. Taking the time to investigate what is behind our emotions when they arise, can be an enlightening experience. They are opportunities for us to learn about ourselves and grow into something even more magical than we already are. . #nomorewaitlists #betterlife #canadahealthcare #betterliving #takecareofyourself #feelingangry See more