Work Smart Live Smart with Beverly Beuermann-King

Work Smart Live Smart with Beverly Beuermann-King

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  • EP  285 – Dealing With Change
    Moving, having children, starting a new job, quitting a comfortable job, getting married, getting divorced, buying a car, buying a house, upgrading your technology, implementing a new system….
    How Do You Feel About Change?
    Change can be scary – it can be difficult – it can cause anxiety.
    So why do we have so much trouble dealing with change?
    Difficult saying goodbye – whether it be to a loved one or a world that has given identity, change can often mean that we lose something of value.
    Dislike chaotic and confusing situations in which no one seems to know the new rules. This loss in direction can lead to a fear of the unknown.
    Difficulty taking risk. We are creatures of habit which provides us with security, predictability, stability, and comfort. When this disappears, we become anxious and stay awake at night worrying about our choices.
    Here are today’s Hot Tips For Building Resiliency and Celebrating Take Charge Of Change Week:
    Dealing with change can be stressful. Achieve a sense of control by problem-solving around what you can control and letting go of what you can’t control. Control starts in your own mind. If you believe you have control of your life, then you probably do. Actions are the easiest to control, while thoughts and emotions are harder to control. Actions have a positive effect on our thoughts and emotions. Start by controlling your actions.
    Finally, Let go and relax
    Remember, If you like today’s wellness tips, let me know. You can leave me a review on amazon or through your #alexa app.
    Looking for more tips to build your resiliency’ Look for my book on Amazon called Stress Out. 52 Weeks To Letting More Life In
    2 min
  • EP  284 – Positive Body Image
    Mirror, Mirror On The Wall. A fairy tale question that can be the basis for our everyday ritual.  A mirror image is a reflected duplication of an object that appears identical but reversed, but often, what we see is not just reversed but often distorted.
    Many women and some men spend much of their lives attempting to change their bodies. Only 4% of women globally consider themselves beautiful.
    A positive body image involves understanding that healthy, attractive bodies come in many shapes and sizes, and that physical appearance says very little about our character or value as a person.
    So Here are today’s Hot Tips For Building Resiliency and Celebrating Compliment Your Mirror Day:
    I am SO guilty of looking in the mirror and picking away at the things that are not perfect: my crooked toes and my short waist.  Not to mention my eye lids that are sagging with age and the loose skin on my arms. It is hard to look at yourself in the mirror and ignore what is not ‘ideal’ and to celebrate what is unique and beautiful.
    We have a positive body image when we have a realistic perception of our bodies AND most of the time, we enjoy them just as they are.
    Learn to de-emphasize the numbers and emphasize positive self-care choices.  
    Stop comparing yourself to others. Your are unique.
    And finally, one that I am working on is setting a good example for others by refraining from “fat talk”  or “old talk” when you are with friends and family.  Think of it as the psychic equivalent of second-hand smoke.
    Remember, If you like today’s wellness tips, let me know. You can leave me a review on amazon or through your #alexa app.
    Looking for more tips to build your resiliency’ Look for my book on Amazon called Stress Out. 52 Weeks To Letting More Life In
    2 min
  • EP  283 – Oh No, I Forgot!
    Ever been standing there, looking at someone directly in their eyes, knowing that you have a history together and for the life of you, you can’t remember their name?
    Ever walked into a room and not remembered why you were heading there?
    I hate forgetting things. I get annoyed when others seem to be able to remember the smallest details and I can’t even remember being there. Sometimes I think I have early Alzheimer’s.
    So Here are today’s Hot Tips For Building Resiliency and Celebrating I Forgot Day:
    I tend to believe that much of our ‘forgetting’ is based on interference theory. Interference occurs when the learning of something new causes the forgetting of older material on the basis of competition between the two.  Simply…we often have way too much on our mind.
    Stress Affects Our Memory
    There is competition for our attention and competition in juggling far too many things at once.  We are stressed out and this interferes with what and how we store these things.
    So, slow down and try to live more in the moment.  Go from multi-tasking to single tasking and see if these stress reducers are memory boosters
    Try boosting your memory with foods rich in Omega-3 such as seafood, nuts and seeds.
    And if you are really concerned that you are forgetting more than you should, go and see your doctor. It may not be Alzheimer’s, but it could be the result of a number of different health issues including depression.
    Remember, If you like today’s wellness tips, let me know. You can leave me a review on amazon or through your #alexa app.
    Want to find more strategies to coping with stress, check out my website at worksmartlivesmart.com
    2 min
  • EP  282 – Play At The Park
    Frequently going to a park and being active can reduce stress, improve cardiovascular health, help ward off obesity and decrease feelings of depression. Research shows that:
    Active users of public parks have a lower body mass index
    People who visit parks for longer periods of time (one hour or more) have significantly lower systolic blood pressures
    Playing in parks also helps children build and maintain healthy bones, muscles, and joints, improve self-esteem
    So Here are today’s Hot Tips For Building Resiliency and Celebrating National Recreation And Parks Month:
    Take a look at what is available near you for a relatively low entertainment fee
    From camping overnight to enjoying the day at the beach our parks can provide an opportunity to enjoy some of the best views and activities our countries have to offer. If you are camping overnight, plan for both the good weather and bad.
    Let go of your everyday worries and be in the moment. Enjoy the sights and sounds that only our parks can provide.
    Leave your technology at home or at least turn it off. There is nothing like cooking outdoors or sitting beside the fire. Resist the urge to bring modern conveniences with you. Check in for messages only when absolutely necessary
    Our parks are one of our national treasures that many of us don’t take the time to enjoy. However, they can provide us with an opportunity to relax and get connected with ourselves, our family and friends and to nature itself.
    Remember, If you like today’s wellness tips, let me know. You can leave me a review on amazon or through your #alexa app.
    Looking for more tips to build your resiliency’ Look for my book on Amazon called Stress Out. 52 Weeks To Letting More Life In
    2 min
  • EP  281 – SOS To Stress
    Coping with stress is simple…though not always easy.”
    We hear so much about stress.  Most of it negative.  Most of it about the sources or symptoms.  Some of it inaccurate.  And much of it not helpful.
    Today is SOS To STRESS Day
    This day was conceived because we need to hear more about how to deal with stress and build our resiliency.  We already know that it is bad to be “under” too much stress.  We need to know what options we have to deal with it.
    So Here are today’s Hot Tips For Building Resiliency and Celebrating SOS To Stress Day:
    SOS To STRESS Day is about coping. It is about finding the right strategies to take care of the situations and ourself.
    What Do Sleep, Sex and Sweaty Palms Have In Common?
    They are all impacted by stress. Stress plays on our minds and keeps up awake at night. It can lower our libido. It brings about headaches, high blood pressure and sweaty palms.  So, how do we determine the right strategies to deal with so many different sources of stress and such a large variety of symptoms?
    The S-O-S Principle helps us to ensure that no matter what we are facing we are able to best take care of the Situation and Ourselves and be Supported while we are doing this. 
    There is no one way to deal with stress…despite what others may suggest or tell you.  It is about designing a plan with sufficient strategies to be successful, healthy and happy.
    Remember, If you like today’s wellness tips, let me know. You can leave me a review on amazon or through your #alexa app.
    Looking for more ways to build your resiliency, take my free on-line resiliency test at worksmartlivesmart.com under the resources and courses tab.
    2 min
  • EP  280 – Celebrating Marriage
    I have been married for over 25 years…and yes, to the same person.  I love the way that we fit together.  We have our own interests and our own, very different careers.  We share in the chores and in being the ‘bad’ guy to our children.  I like hanging out with him.  I miss him when he is gone away.  He can make me laugh.
    Is it perfect? No.  We argue, we’re loud, and we go to bed angry…but not very often.
    Statistics show that about 90% of adults will get married at least once in their lives but many of them get disappointed because in the end, it is not the stuff that fairy tales are made of.  It isn’t all “lovey dovey” or hot and passionate.
    So Here are today’s Hot Tips For Building Resiliency and Celebrating Happy, Healthy Marriage Day:
    I was doing a web search of how to have a happy, healthy marriage…here are some of my favourites…
    Marry someone that you enjoy listening and talking to.
    Compliment more than you criticize.
    Remember that people do fight. It’s how you do it that matters.
    Never pass up an opportunity to say “I love you“.
    Love isn’t always a feeling, it’s a decision.
    Never compare your marriage to others. What you see on the outside is not always what it is on the inside.  The grass always seems greener until you get there.
    Remember, If you like today’s wellness tips, let me know. You can leave me a review on amazon or through your #alexa app.
    Discover how to take small steps towards a healthier, happier, less-stressed you by visiting my website at worksmartlivesmart.com
    2 min
  • EP  279 – Rebuild Your Life Month
    Some days when things are so hectic, I forget where I am supposed to be or I leave important notes and items back at my office. I struggle daily with trying not to be a perfectionist.  Sometimes my total focus is on family issues and I haven’t tackled any of the jobs on my desk.  Other times when I am so pressured to meet a deadline, that even saying good night to my family seems too much of a distraction.
    There are habits and strategies that I use to keep me, and my family organized, and to maintain my health.  My afternoon nap allows me to recoup from my working day and gear up for my evenings spent teaching karate. Spring and summer are my favourite time of year and there is nothing better than a day spent away from my office gardening, cutting the grass, or just sitting on the patio. 
    So Here are today’s Hot Tips For Building Resiliency and Celebrating Rebuild Your Life Month:
    Finding the right balance is important for ourselves and for our organizations.
    Life is busy and often we are pulled in many directions.  Balance is not about equality in all areas of life.  It is about making choices and living in a way in which you feel motivated and satisfied with the way your life is going.
    If your life is not exactly how you want it to be, take the time to rethink your strategies and look for ways to rebuild your resiliency.
    Remember, If you like today’s wellness tips, let me know. You can leave me a review on amazon or through your #alexa app.
    Discover how to take small steps towards a healthier, happier, less-stressed you by visiting my website at worksmartlivesmart.com
    2 min
  • EP  278 – Post-Traumatic Stress
    Our lives can become filled with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty and with little information on where to turn, we find ourselves struggling on our own. We know that this stress can have a profound effect on our health and the lives of those around us.
    Traumatic events can bring about an extreme stress disorder. Whether it be living through an earthquake, surviving childhood abuse, witnessing violent acts of terrorism or being a first responder to an accident, all of these can bring about PTSD. Post-traumatic Stress can seemingly creep into our lives when we least expect it.
    So Here are today’s Hot Tips For Building Resiliency and Celebrating PTSD Awareness Day:
    Treatment depends on the severity and persistence of symptoms. Support, debriefing, therapy, and medications have all been shown to be effective ways of managing PTSD.
    We do know that having the opportunity to share your feelings and memories with others who have also experienced similar tragedies can be helpful in processing and recovering from a trauma.
    The number one tip, is Don’t Be Afraid To Reach Out For Support
    We must develop our supports as they can provide a protective barrier. Talk to friends and family about your fears. If they seem overwhelming contact your doctor or a counselor. Your workplace Human Resources Department or Employee Assistance Program may also be a valuable support.
    Remember, If you like today’s wellness tips, let me know. You can leave me a review on amazon or through your #alexa app.
    For more information on coping with mental health issues, sign up for one of my on-line courses at worksmartlivesmart.com under the resources and courses tab.
    2 min
  • EP  277 – Education Is The Key To Reducing Drug Use
    The United Nations estimates today that more than 240 million people in the world suffer from illicit drug use. This represents 4.7% of the world’s population. The breadth of the global drug problem carries a heavy burden on public health systems and workplaces with respect to treatments, care and prevention.
    In the world, a third of all substance abusers are women. Women are more inclined to consume opioids and prescription tranquillizers compared to men, who would be 3 times more likely to consume cannabis, cocaine and amphetamines.
    So Here are today’s Hot Tips For Building Resiliency and Celebrating International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking:
    Substance use may cause issues at work by:
    impacting a person’s judgment, alertness, perception, motor coordination or emotional state which also impacts working safely or making safety sensitive decisions.
    Certain elements of work may contribute to the use of substances such as
    high stress, high demand/low control situations, low job satisfaction, long hours or irregular shifts, and fatigue.
    Employers need to design policies which outline what is an acceptable code of behaviour and what is not. By establishing or promoting programs such as an Employee Assistance Program, employees can gain better access to community services.
    Education is the key. Managers and supervisors should be educated on how to recognize and deal with substance use issues, and employees should be offered educational programs about positive coping strategies and where to go if help is needed.
    Remember, If you like today’s wellness tips, let me know. You can leave me a review on amazon or through your #alexa app.
    Looking for resources to build your healthy workplace’ Check out my top 10 tips under Resources and Courses at worksmartlivesmart.com
    2 min
  • EP  276 – Vacations For Your Mental Health
    Time off is essential to our mental health, yet three in ten put our holidays on standby and we leave them unused.
    More hours spent on the job can often mean less quality time with friends and loved ones and can negatively impact our mental and physical health.
    When we do not use our allotted time, we may experience more stress related symptoms such as mood swings, frustration, irritability, pessimism, feelings of being rushed, pushed or tired, more headaches, sleep difficulties and gastrointestinal disorders. Being overworked and vacation deprived may result in not communicating as effectively, problem solving as efficiently and are being as creative or energized as those who do take their allotted vacation time.
    So Here are today’s Hot Tips For Building Resiliency and Celebrating Our Mental Health:
    Many of us are working under the false belief that more in always equals more out. Unfortunately our bodies and minds can only work at peak efficiency for so long before they start to break-down and shut-down. Make sure that you use all of your allotted vacation time.
    It may not be the employee that is not valuing the benefits of vacation time. There are some leaders who see vacation time as a nuisance and a disruption to the productivity of the group. Employers can minimize vacation deprivation by lightening their workload and by encouraging them to take time off.
    Vacation usage is one of the most common corporate wellness programs. Vacation usage needs to be evaluated, as it can be an early indicator of individual and team difficulties, which may negatively impact the corporate bottom line.
    Remember, If you like today’s wellness tips, let me know. You can leave me a review on amazon or through your #alexa app.
    Looking for resources to build your healthy workplace? Check out my top 10 tips under Resources and Courses at worksmartlivesmart.com
    2 min

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