05.27.20 Mental Health Wellness Update

While we all are telecommuting, OSFA will be sharing some ideas to boost your mental health during these difficult times. If you know of any videos, podcasts, articles, events, ideas, etc. that would be perfect to include in these emails, please send them along to Erica Tisdale at erica.tisdale@wisc.edu.   Did you know that May is Mental Health Awareness Month? Go to the websites for NAMI or the CDC if you’re interested in even more mental health resources.   One Way to Improve Your Day: Limit your media consumption. Studies show that continuous exposure to negative news and media elevates anxiety and stress, and can even lead to panic. Consider selecting only a few media outlets and scheduling a set time that you consume them daily. Finding a set time and ensuring you are doing something positive afterwards can minimize the anxiety caused from the onslaught of negative news stories. Campus/Community Resource: FACE COVID: How to Respond Effectively to the Corona Crisis – https://uwmadison.app.box.com/s/iml13awdxh9m8jrm7mgza1qexe8akwaq. An eBook by Dr. Russ Harris that has been placed online for free. Cute Video of the Week: Cutest Baby Hedgehogs Ever – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ZBMS3suB-I. Podcasts of the Week: