As a member of the Cooper team, you have access to our employee assistance program (EAP) through Optum Emotional Wellbeing Solutions, which offers comprehensive benefits to support your mental wellness and work-life balance. With Optum as your EAP partner, you will receive confidential mental wellness and work-life support. Each month, Optum publishes a newsletter where you can learn the latest topics, have access to resources and a content library, and find support.
This month, discover proven, practical, and fun ways to relieve stress and ease your mind.
April 7 Is World Health Day
World Health Day is celebrated annually on April 7 to call attention to pressing global health concerns. This year’s theme, “Global Action for Universal Health,” promotes the need for accessible, affordable, and quality health care for everyone, everywhere.
While everyone’s specific health needs are unique, there are several interconnected dimensions that contribute to your overall “whole self” health and wellness. These include physical health, mental health, and financial health. Read the full article here.
Calm Your Mind With Creativity
When you’re feeling anxious or stressed out, consider tapping into the power of creativity. Creative outlets offer a wide range of healthy coping mechanisms for calming anxious thoughts and easing stress, including:
- Being present in the moment, which is a key part of mindfulness.
- Expressing yourself and processing emotions.
- Focusing, which is like practicing meditation or yoga.
- Taking time to relax and enjoy yourself.
- Connecting with others.
Looking for enjoyable ways to find calm? Click here for this month’s toolkit, which offers breath, music, and coloring exercises. (see “new this month”).
