Category: Intellectual Wellness
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StayWell Monthly E-Learning Sessions
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NOW AVAILABLE: MONTHLY E-LEARNING SESSIONS Sessions, one of many cool new features of the new Well Wisconsin platform, can help you improve your well-being knowledge. And there’s a new one offered each month! ‘WHAT EXACTLY IS A SESSION?’ A Session is an e-learning opportunity that consists of well-being readings, games and quizzes. We see you…
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Try Chamomile Tea Tonight
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A nice, warm beverage can be a great way to relax before bedtime. But coffee, hot chocolate, and black and green teas contain caffeine that can disturb your sleep. Instead, try chamomile tea. The herb has soothing qualities and may promote relaxation. Tonight, make yourself a hot mug of tea about an hour before bed.…
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Embrace Power Naps to Reduce Stress
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Naptime is back! In fact, taking a power nap can be just what you need to recharge and reduce your stress! Here are three good tips to try out today. Limit the length. Keep naps under 30 minutes for better short-term alertness and performance. One study found that 10-minute naps are the most effective for…
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To Catch More Z’s, Slip on Some Comfy Socks
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It’s true: Your cold feet could actually be keeping you from getting a full night’s sleep. What if you could banish your sleepless nights with a simple pair of socks? When you warm up cold feet (or hands), it starts a process called vasodilation, or the dilation of the blood vessels. When your blood vessels…
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Take a Mental Trip to Fall Asleep
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It’s often hard to drift off at night, especially if you’ve had a busy or stressful day. About 1 in 4 adults experiences insomnia at least occasionally. If your regular wind-down routine isn’t doing the trick, try something called guided imagery. Think of a place where you’ve been before, and mentally trace the route in…
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Let the Music Play, and Stress May go Away!
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According to a recent study, such slow, meditative music can help your body relax. How? Music can affect breathing, heart rate, and even emotions. When you turn on the tunes, make the most of them by getting in the right frame of mind. Imagine something pleasant or relaxing when you listen. Or think of nothing…