Posts Tagged ‘health’
Benefits of Volunteering
Volunteering is great for our health – it makes us feel good while helping others in the process. Volunteers are generally healthier, happier and have lower rates of depression. Research shows people who volunteer have better health and wellbeing. Some in the field, say it makes them happier, gives them a sense of self-worth and…
Read MoreSpiritual Health
Spiritual health is not the same as religion; it often reflects someone’s beliefs, values and culture. An individual with high levels of spiritual wellness will experience increased physical, social, and emotional health. Spiritual health is challenging to define, develop and maintain. But this aspect of wellness should not be underestimated. Spirituality is something that is…
Read MoreMental Health
Good mental health is a sense of confidence, self-esteem and wellbeing. It enables us to fully appreciate and enjoy day-to-day, our environment and other people. When we are mentally healthy we can reach our potential using our abilities, form positive relationships and easy deal with life’s challenges. A health problem that significantly affects how a…
Read MoreWhat Causes Stress?
There are many different causes of stress (stressors), some of them are external pressures from outside sources, such as the death of a relative or friend, while other stressors are internal, based on how a person responds to life situations. Responses to stress may be determined by cultural background, personality, social circumstances and the current…
Read MoreHelp me! I’m “stressed”
The first step in managing stress is to acknowledge that it exists. If possible, remove yourself from the stressful location or situation and find a quiet space. Take a deep slow breath, take another one, and another one. Try to clear your mind of all thoughts, and bring yourself to the moment. A clear mind…
Read MoreEnvironmental Health
Environmental health is the field that studies how substances or other environmental factors have an impact on human health. The presence of naturally occurring and man-made chemicals in the air, water, food, pesticides, cleaning products, furniture, and buildings/homes is relevant to early care and education settings. Other important factors include pests, weather, allergens such as…
Read MoreWork and Your Health
Work is important on many levels to most of us. It is very important doing a job we find satisfying and we enjoy because it can provide a meaningful focus for our lives, as well as bringing in an income. On the money we make, hinges our standard of living, while employment often contributes to…
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