5 mental health benefits of journaling + how to get started
Benjamin Breeding, a behavioral health manager for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says choosing to write regularly in a journal may be one of the most impactful choices that you make.
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Dealing with grief during the holidays
Navigating the holidays after a loss can be difficult. Benjamin Breeding, a behavioral health manager for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee offers tips that can help you plan for grieving during the holidays.
7 ways to increase movement ahead of the holiday season
Tyler Waclawski, employee well-being manager for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says having a healthy activity as part of your routine will increase your chance of staying healthy through the holidays and beyond.
8 ways to address loneliness
Dr. Jill Amos, a licensed behavioral health psychologist for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, provides tips for combatting loneliness.
9 reasons you shouldn’t ignore swollen legs
Dr. Ian Hamilton, a medical director for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says if you develop swelling in your legs on a regular basis, or it lasts awhile, you should contact your healthcare provider to find out the cause.
Is there a connection between food and mood?
Leslie Cornett, a registered dietitian-nutritionist at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says the foods we eat influence how our brains function.
What your feet may be telling you about your health
Dr. Gordon Peters, a medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, discusses the connections between your feet and certain health conditions.
9 strategies for managing stress
Laura Bertrand, a licensed professional counselor and mental health expert at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says while stress may be unavoidable, it doesn’t mean you can’t do something about it
3 walking programs for different ability levels
Tyler Waclawski, a BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee certified exercise physiologist, says walking is a simple and effective exercise that can benefit people of all ability levels. You just have to get started.
How summer impacts your mental health
Benjamin Breeding, a behavioral health case manager with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, discusses the various ways that summer might affect your mental health.