Dr. James Mol, from Providence Behavioral Health, joined us today with great tips for dealing with the winter doldrums.

Things that can be challenging right now include:
• Financial stresses, especially following the holidays
• Dreary, rainy weather
• Setting high “new year resolutions” expectations

Some overall good things to do to stay balanced:
• Exercise and have a good diet
• Get enough sleep
• Make and maintain commitments
• Make and maintain connections
• Talk with trusted people or professional counselor
• Misc.:  Plan a vacation/getaway/break, make time for fun every day
• Stay organized (including prioritizing tasks/activities)
• Take some time for reflection – putting things in their proper perspective
 

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