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Employee Assistance Program

Employee Assistance Program. Health and Wellness Presentations. The Ups and Downs of the Holiday Season. Objectives. Understand how prior expectations affect us in the present Identify realities that cause us stress Develop strategies to enhance enjoyment of the season.

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Employee Assistance Program

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  1. Employee Assistance Program Health and Wellness Presentations

  2. The Ups and Downs of the Holiday Season

  3. Objectives • Understand how priorexpectations affect us in the present • Identify realities that cause us stress • Develop strategies to enhance enjoyment of the season

  4. The holiday season is here…

  5. Family traditions What are the traditional elements of your holiday celebration? Family activities Charitable activities Ethnic traditions Cultural events Religious or community activities Holiday baking Home decorating Home entertaining Music Gift exchange

  6. Expectations of the Season This year will be better All families are loving I have a “special someone” in my life I have meaning and purpose

  7. Effects of the Holidays Less More Sugar and fats consumed Alcohol consumed Worries about money Responsibilities Decisions • Free time • Sleep • Exercise • Time to be alone • Relaxed time with friends and family

  8. Psychological Holiday Stressors • Recent losses • Anniversary of losses • Misunderstandings • Conflict around plans • History of hurts

  9. Financial Holiday Stressors Ask yourself: How much can I… • Use from my income? • Use from my savings? • Afford to buy on credit? • Afford to spend on gifts? • Spend on entertainment? • Spend on decorations? • Donate to a charitable organization?

  10. Physical Holiday Stressors • Tension • Fatigue • Illness • Weight gain

  11. Managing During the Holidays Recognize influence of traditions, media, and self-pressure Communicate with family and support group Have a gift giving plan and budget; stick to it Set up a reasonable activity schedule Structure time to avoid last-minute frenzy

  12. Coping with Stress • Get active • Enjoy time alone with your partner • Visit close friends • Watch TV/movies • Get a massage • Prioritize and organize • Take naps • Read for pleasure • Do yoga • Meditate • Try guided imagery • Breathe deeply • Laugh

  13. Spirit of the Holidays I tend to feel spiritually nurtured when I am… Alone In a worship community Relaxed and unhurried Meditating or praying Reading Outdoors in nature Helping others

  14. Banishing the Blues Acknowledge your feelings Seek support Volunteer Set aside differences Call your Employee Assistance Program

  15. EAP is a Resource for Support • (800) 222-0364 (888) 262-7848 (TTY)www.FOH4You.com Help Available All Day, Every Day We Care, Just Call. Employee Assistance ProgramFederal Occupational Health

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