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Volume 2 Issue 3

March, 2024

Quarter 4, Month 2

Intellectual Wellness

Intellectual Wellness Facts

Intellectual wellness recognizes creativity and encourages us to find new ways to expand our knowledge and skills. It brings awareness to the importance of learning, personal growth, and sharing of one’s unique gifts with others. As we nourish our bodies and exercise for our physical health, we should also take care and nourish our brains.

Benefits of Intellectual Wellness:

- Clarity of thought and focus

- Improved mood and expanded mindset

- Enhanced brain function and learning capabilities

- Ability to plan ahead and minimize stress

- Enhanced organizational skills both in home life and at work

- Creation of new neural pathways to support brain growth

- Growth of personal knowledge and skill set

- A sense of achievement and overall well-being

The Trick to Regaining Your Childlike Wonder

“My favorite words are possibilities, opportunities and curiosity. If you are curious, you create opportunities, and then if you open the doors, you create possibilities.” 

~ Mario Testino

Don't Miss These Important Dates:

March 1st - World Compliment Day- Compliment your fellow employee!

March 17th - St. Patricks Day

March 19th - First Day of Spring & Let's Laugh Day

March 30th - Take a Walk in the Park Day

Monthly Workout - Total Body

What fruit can help improve mood?

 

Bananas! They are high in vitamin B6 which helps the brain produce serotonin.

Setting Intellectual Wellness Goals

Achieving intellectual wellness goals may feel overwhelming at first but remember it’s the journey that counts. Our wellness journeys are not meant to be linear, start small and celebrate each step forward.  There are a range of activities and behaviors you can implement to improve your intellectual wellness. Check out some tips below!

Sleep and Eat Well

Adequate nutrition and high quality sleep are the foundations for brain health and overall functioning. Food and sleep significantly impact your ability to learn and focus throughout the day. Make getting nutrient dense foods and high quality sleep a part of your everyday routine.

Be Curious and Try Something New

It can be easy to get into a routine with the daily hustle and bustle. Don’t lose the magic of exploring something new! Pursue a new hobby, read a new book, try a new recipe, change up your exercise routine, or explore a new game to try with loved ones. Mastering a new activity or hobby provides a sense of accomplishment.

Maintain Social Connections

Humans are social creatures by nature. Community provides comfort and acceptance. Remember to nurture relationships around you and prioritize maintaining social connections.

Challenge Your Mind with a Variety of Mental and Creative Pursuits

Welcome new mental and creative pursuits. Get involved in brain games! Sudoku, word searches, and crosswords are all fun ways to stimulate the mind. Finding new creative pursuits is an opportunity to explore new talents and skills you had within you.

Actively Engage in Life-Long Learning

Be actively engaged in conversation, readings, and meetings - think about what is happening. Learn that there is more than one way to do something. Experiences and challenges are an opportunity for growth. Identify and address challenging thoughts and behaviors and choose appropriate courses of action after careful analysis.

Monthly Book Review

Dare to Lead by Brené Brown

“Learn how to lead from a place of compassion and empathy. Dare to Lead is a leadership book that emphasizes the importance of being brave and vulnerable to foster a healthier work culture. Explore how you can harness your emotions, quash your fear of failure, and become a daring leader in the modern competitive world.” 

Wellness Website

Don't forget to check out our website with past workshop recordings and newsletters!

Here is one of our past workshops, featuring ways to boost your intellectual wellness.

Monthly Healthy Recipe

Test your curiosity and innovation and try a new recipe!

"4 Ingredient Banana Oatmeal Cookies are made with banana, almond butter, oats and mini chocolate chips. They are healthy and delicious!"

Upcoming Wellness Workshops

March 5, 2024 at 7:30 AM (EST)

Root Cause Wellness

March 15, 2024 at 7:30 AM (EST)

Self-Care Practices

Questions? Suggestions? Thoughts?

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