Wellness Wednesday Issue #5

Positive self-talk can be like a magic wand for your mood, but it’s not always easy to wave around.

It’s easy to get caught up in negative thoughts, but don’t worry, you can start practicing positive self-talk today.

Just like a muscle, your brain can be trained to think more positively, and with a little bit of effort, you can turn that inner critic into a cheerleader.

Here are ways you can integrate positive self talk into your daily routine:

💭 Challenge negative thoughts. Ask yourself if the thought is true or if it’s just a perception.

🗣️ Speak kindly to yourself. Instead of being hard on yourself, try to speak to yourself in the same way you would speak to a friend.

👀 Engage in positive visualization. Imagine yourself achieving your goals, and imagine how you’ll feel when you reach them. Try to create a clear and detailed mental picture.

🙏 Practice gratitude. Kick off your day by stating out loud (or writing down) the things you’re thankful for. This can help to shift your focus away from negative thoughts and feelings.

😌 Incorporate mindfulness. Mindfulness practices such as meditation, deep breathing and yoga can help you to focus on the present moment and to observe your thoughts without judgment.

🏆 Focus on small wins throughout the day.

Accessing professional mental health treatment can help you regain your emotional wellness and achieve a healthier, more balanced life.

Through Hers, you get personalized attention tailored to your individual needs, finding the right treatment for you. Over 75% of Hers customers who checked in with their provider reported improvements in their mental health symptoms.*

Why we  ❤️ Hers:

Dark chocolate: the ultimate indulgence for both your taste buds and your health.

Not only does it satisfy your sweet cravings, but it’s also packed with antioxidants and flavonoids that can help lower blood pressure, improve brain function, and reduce the risk of heart disease.

So go ahead, treat yourself to a square (or two) of dark chocolate. Your taste buds and your body will thank you.

🍫 Check out these fun facts your probably didn’t know about dark chocolate:

Are you tired of staring at a blank canvas when it comes to your team’s collaboration and brainstorming?

Look no further than Miro!

With a wide variety of templates, you’ll have everything you need to jumpstart your next project. From mind maps to team meeting agenda templates, Miro has it all. Plus, its intuitive interface makes it easy for even the most technologically challenged team members to use.

Some of our fave templates:

Black History Month comes around every February in the United States and Canada. Celebrating this month in the workplace provides an opportunity to reflect on the past, learn from it, and strive for a more inclusive and equitable future.

It’s not only important to celebrate the achievements of black people during this month, but also to make a commitment to create lasting change and progress.

Take time to celebrate Black History Month with your team:

Morning Brew is one of our fave free newsletters — you can get your own copy here.

Need to organize a farewell, retirement or maternity gift and card from the whole team? Check out Group Together (free for unlimited people).

The Daily Upside helps you rethink your financial news diet and gives you crisp, unbiased business insights each morning for free.

Headspace is our go-to meditation and mindfulness app (for those who struggle with falling asleep — check out their sleep casts!).

🤗 Want to improve mental health at work? Check out this guide.

🔖 Catch up on all Wellness Wednesday newsletters here.

🏪 The Assist Store: Check out our Black History Month Emoji Pictionary and browse our Etsy Store.

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