All of us cope with difficult or stressful events in our own unique ways. Some people may want to talk openly and receive comfort, while others may prefer to be alone and maintain privacy. It is important to remember that there is no “correct” way to experience emotions or cope during difficult times. Common reactions…
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You may wonder about the best way to offer support when your team is coping with a difficult event. If team members are struggling, it is important to listen and acknowledge their feelings. This will send a strong message of concern and support. Emotional reactions to a difficult event will vary based on its impact…
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Early to bed and early to rise makes a man healthy, wealthy and wise – or at least it would, if so many of us weren’t suffering from sleeping disorders. In their follow-up from last week’s conversation on the effects of sleep on mental health, host Rick Hoaglund and Dr. Rajesh Balagani dig into sleeping…
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When you go to bed, are you one of the lucky people can simply turn off the lights and drift into dreamland? Or are you, like millions of other Americans, struggling to fall asleep? In Part One of this Two-Part exploration into Sleep and it’s effects on Mental Health, Dr. Rajesh Balagani explains why sleep…
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Does a member of your team seem disengaged, bored, or distracted? Try these suggestions: Schedule a private meeting. Review the person’s assigned duties. Outline the performance changes you have observed. Sample language: “I’ve noticed a change in your work lately. (List specifics.) Is there something happening at work that is impacting your behavior in your…
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For many people, the holidays are a reminder of how much life has changed in the last year. The birth of a child, the loss of a loved one, or a family member’s move to another city are just some of the life events which may have an impact on holiday gatherings or traditions. Even…
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Do you struggle with feeling satisfied when you reach your goals or often think about what you don’t have? If so, you may benefit from making gratitude a mindful practice. Mindful gratitude helps you focus on being thankful for what you have rather than dwelling on what you lack. There are numerous benefits to including gratitude…
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News of a violent or crisis events in the world may increase stress and make people feel unsafe. As a manager, you may wonder how to provide support to your staff. It is important to acknowledge your team’s emotional reactions to the situation. These may vary from person to person, and could include: Shock or…
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Even seasoned first responders may struggle with their reactions to a traumatic event. Common responses include: Shock because they can’t believe that what happened is real. Helplessness because they were unable to change the outcome. Sadness about the event and compassion for affected individuals, families, and loved ones. Anger over the event and the actions…
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Each of us has different ways of coping with a traumatic event. It is impossible to predict how you, your loved ones, and others may react. Remember, there is no right or wrong way to feel. Common feelings after a traumatic event include: Shock because you can’t believe that what happened is real. Helplessness because…
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