Dear Friends,
Have
you noticed a change of attitude in yourself and your teammates since
you started the competition? How were you feeling when you began
compared to now? Attitude and outlook on life accounts for a lot in
your success.
When we revel in the accomplishments of others we
bring positive energy all around. Surrounding yourself with supportive
people who think positively can help you achieve your goals--no one
wants a negative person telling you that you can't do something.
Appreciate the successes of your teammates--whether big or small, and
compliment them on a job well done.
And even though we are
almost through with this competition, it's not too late to send
encouraging notes to your team members. It might even be fun for you
and your team to reminisce about how you began this competition and
where you are now. You may get a good laugh, a sincere tear, and most
of all guaranteed kudos on a job well done!
Yours In Health,
The Cleveland Clinic Employee Wellness Team
support@shapeupandgo.org
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Resting Well: Sleep Hygiene Tips
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 The promotion of regular, great, restorative sleep is known as sleep hygiene. The following is a list of sleep hygiene tips to improve sleep. Also included is a list that is especially relevant to adolescents, who may experience sleep difficulties due to circadian rhythm changes occurring during the teenage years and into young adulthood.
1. Go to bed at the same time each night and rise at the same time each morning.
2. Make sure your bedroom is a quiet, dark, and relaxing environment, which is neither too hot or too cold.
3.
Make sure your bed is comfortable and use it only for sleeping and not
for other activities, such as reading, watching TV, or listening to
music. Remove all TVs, computers, and other "gadgets" from the bedroom.
4. Physical activity may help promote sleep, but not within a few hours of bedtime.
5. Avoid large meals before bedtime.
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Motivation: Giving Thanks
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Has a particular member of your team--or your entire team--been your sole motivating factor to help you stay on course, not give up, and get you to meet your goals? If so, now is a great time to give thanks.
Giving thanks is a wonderful way to show someone you appreciate them, and it is another powerful tool of positive energy.
Your team has worked hard together planning and achieving health goals; getting each other through good times and bad, and being a strong sounding board when you all needed it. You got this far from the continual support and motivation from each and every member on your team. So take a moment and simply give thanks.
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