Healthy Living Tips from Ochsner Health Systems

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Healthy living tips from your friends at Ochsner MUST-READS EDITION There's a lot to feel stressed about. You're not alone. If you're feeling worried, stressed-out or anxious right now, please know that you're not alone. Our hearts are heavy and our communities are hurting. It is easy to feel overwhelmed right now. It is important to take care of yourself, now, more than ever. Don't neglect your mental health! Meditation, helping others and exercise are just a few ways you can lower those stress levels. Try these 8 inexpensive ways to lower your stress levels Stress relief can be built into your daily routine, with something as simple as taking a break from your work for a short walk or making a phone call (not a text!) to a friend when you really feel down. 21 acts of kindness to try today That old saying "It's better to give than receive'' has a lot of truth to it. Funny thing about doing kind things for other people; it makes us feel good, too. Here are 21 simple things you can do for others, many from your own home or neighborhood. Try this virtual reality mindfulness exercise with the Saints yoga trainer Join New Orleans Saints yoga trainer Jessica Huneycutt as she guides you through a simple mindfulness exercise that you can easily integrate into your daily life to find some calm. One reason to care about stress: It can make you sick Stress isn't something that just affects your mood. It increases your risk of a long list of illnesses and conditions. We've got tips on addressing stress, head-on.  Mental health tips for cancer patients If you or a loved one are going through cancer treatment right now, you may have special concerns during these turbulent times. Psychologist Tracey N. Murry has advice on how to manage your anxiety. And don't forget the kids. How are they feeling right now? You might have a child who is going to summer camp or daycare after being home with you for a couple of months. How is your little one doing? Child psychologist Lee Ann Annotti has tips on calming your child's worries. Did you know Ochsner offers Virtual Visits for mental health? See a licensed therapist from the comfort of your own home. TRY A VIRTUAL VISIT About this email: This email is provided as a service by Ochsner Health. To remove yourself from future mailings, please click here to Unsubscribe. Ochsner Health  |  1514 Jefferson Highway  |  New Orleans, LA 70121 ©2020 Ochsner Health  |  Privacy Policy All rights reserved.