Taking care of yourself is important, especially as the pandemic lingers. It’s always good to check in with your mental health and be honest about what you may need. This month, challenge yourself to do at least one thing to improve your resilience.
Not sure where to start? Consider these five activities for a happier and healthier you.
Participate in the Aware program (and earn an incentive!)
Learn how to counteract stress, improve focus and be more mindful with Aware, a Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) program. In six telephone sessions, an Aware specialist will provide one-on-one support and resources you can use for self-guided practice. To access the Aware program, call 1.855.897.4044. Completing the program qualifies as a Take Action activity. After you complete the six sessions, log in to webmdhealth.com/ra, click Aware Program and then click Self Report Now.
Reach out to the EAP 24/7
Anxiety is on the rise given all the uncertainty in the past year. If you’re dealing with anxiety—or any other concerns—consider contacting the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), managed by Workplace Options, for confidential support. Licensed clinical professionals are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You and your family members get up to five free counseling sessions per issue per year. To talk with a counselor, call 1.855.897.4044. For a virtual visit, schedule an appointment through the Beacon Wellbeing web portal, available through the EAP website (company code: automation). You’ll be able to connect with an EAP counselor via Skype, FaceTime, Facebook Messenger or another video platform.
Sign up for a stress management course (and earn an incentive!)
Learn to manage your stress and be more mindful. In this online course, you’ll learn how to identify your stress level, become more resilient, recharge your life, eat mindfully and set stress management goals. To take the course, log in to the new WebMD portal, select the Incentive tab, look for the course and click Sign up. Completing the course qualifies as a Take Action activity.
Get answers about substance abuse treatment
Get support, answers and expert care for substance abuse—for you or a family member. Call 1.855.780.5955 anytime, day or night, for questions related to coverage, cost of care and more. You can also go online for articles, self-care tools, providers and other resources.
Discover services that make life easier
The EAP website has a variety of resources to support you every day. Visit the Savings Center for discounts and special offers from popular brands and national retailers. Use the Find Services feature to find resources for child care, elder care, legal and financial support, schools and camps, scholarships and more. You’ll also find quizzes, videos and articles on almost any topic that interests you. Explore today at achievesolutionsglobal.net (Company code: automation).
