Stress Management: Positive & Healthy Strategies
Can stress be managed in a positive and healthy way? Yes, it can!
Most of us would like to find better ways to manage the stress in our lives. Our bodies and brains are designed to respond effectively to a certain amount of stress, but while some stress can be a positive motivator of action, it needs to be managed before it begins to cloud our thinking or negatively impact our health and lives.
One way to respond effectively is to identify the problem that may be contributing to the stress and evaluate potential solutions. Asking yourself questions such as, “What am I really experiencing? What thoughts might be triggering this response in me? Where am I physically feeling stress in my body right now?” can help you refocus and gain perspective.
Stress Strategies
is a free, online, interactive tool developed by the Psychology Foundation of Canada. Stress Strategies looks at stress as a problem that can be addressed, or at the very least, improved. The resource allows you to identify what you are experiencing and then provides simple but meaningful strategies to help you gain a sense of control over the stress in your life.
Another approach that could help with stress reduction is the 8-minute video Exercises for Stress Reduction & Deep Relaxation, offered by Michael Apollo through the University Health Network. Focusing on your breathing and body awareness may help regain a sense of control over your thoughts.
Chemicals and hormones are released into our body when the stress response is turned on. This can lead to significant health issues if left unchecked. While there are many different resources and strategies for managing your thoughts and reactions to stress, it is most important that you find the solutions that work best for you. Whether it is using a decision-making tool like Stress Strategies, deep breathing exercises such as those shared by the University Health Network, or simply a walk in nature, managing stress more effectively can have a significant impact on your long-term well-being.
National Day of Mourning – Work Related Deaths
Last year, 158 B.C. workers died from a workplace injury or disease. Now, families and communities are left to mourn.
Across Canada, April 28 has been designated the Day of Mourning. As workers, families, employers, and communities come together at ceremonies held around the province to remember those who have lost their lives to work-related incidents or occupational disease, let’s renew our commitment to creating healthy and safe workplaces. See the events honoring the Day of Mourning at dayofmourning.bc.ca
Crazy Hat Day Winners!
AND THE WINNER IS…
Olga Lehman – Menno Home
Roxanne Carlisle – Menno Hospital
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We have an Accreditation Winner…
Thanks to those who entered the Accreditation Quiz. The Quiz question was “What is the definition of RFCC?”
The lucky winner is Ursula from M. Home. Congratulations!
What is the definition of Resident and Family Centered Care?
Menno Place has adopted the following definition of RFCC :
“Providing resident and family centered care means working collaboratively with residents and their families to provide care and services that is respectful, compassionate, culturally safe, and competent, while being responsive to their needs, values, cultural backgrounds and beliefs, and preferences”. (Accreditation Canada)
#JerseysForHumboldt – The MennoPlace Team supports the Broncos
Today, the Menno Place team joined together in solidarity to support the Humboldt Broncos and the loved ones of those who lost their lives.
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After the photos, we sang O Canada and had a prayer for the Broncos, the families, the loved ones, ourselves and Canada.
The Grand Finale was that Sharon Simpson, Director, Communications and Stakeholder Engagement got stuck up on the Boom Lift… was quite a while until she was rescued!
Confidentiality and Disclaimer Notice on your emails
There are two signatures that you can set up in your Outlook mailbox:
- Signature for New Messages
- Signature for Replies / Forwards
The text and standard for Menno Place email signatures is shown below. Please set up your Outlook to reflect these email signatures.
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Click here to download .txt file with the text (no styling): Text for Signature
Styling refers to the Font, size and color (outlined below)
Signature for New Messages:
Font: Calibri 11
Color of Confidentiality Notice:
Lighter grey
Include the following:
- Name
- Job Title
- Organization
- Telephone Extension and/or direct dial
- Promotional Information
- Confidentiality Notice
Example:
Sharon Simpson
Director, Communications and Stakeholder Engagement
MennoPlace.ca
Office: 604.859.7631 x249
Cell: 604.799.7847
Sharon.Simpson@MennoPlace.ca
Check out Humans of Menno Place
www.Facebook.com/HumansOfMennoPlace
CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: The content of this e-mail (and attachments, if any) is privileged and confidential, and intended solely for its designated recipient(s). Any dissemination, distribution or copying of this e-mail, other than by its intended recipient(s), is strictly prohibited. If you have received this e-mail by error, please delete it and notify us immediately by reply e-mail.
DISCLAIMER: Employees of Menno Place are expressly required not to make defamatory statements and not to infringe on resident or organizational privacy through email communications. Any such communication is contrary to Menno Place policy and values and is outside the scope of the employment of the individual concerned. The company will not accept any liability in respect of such communication, and the employee responsible will be personally liable for any damages or other liability arising. Employees who receive such an email must notify their supervisor immediately.
Sample:
2. Signature for Replies:
Font: Calibri 11
Color of Disclaimer Notice:
Lighter grey
Include the following:
- Name
- Job Title
- Organization
- Telephone Extension and/or direct dial
- Disclaimer
Example:
Sharon
Director, Communications and Stakeholder Engagement
MennoPlace.ca
604.799.7847
CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: The content of this e-mail (and attachments, if any) is privileged and confidential, and intended solely for its designated recipient(s). Any dissemination, distribution or copying of this e-mail, other than by its intended recipient(s), is strictly prohibited. If you have received this e-mail by error, please delete it and notify us immediately by reply e-mail.
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