Mental health benefits of baking
Tenesha Douglas-Thomas, a behavioral health manager with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says baking is not just a means to a delicious end. The process of baking can help you feel calmer and more serene.
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How alcohol affects your brain
Dr. Judith L. Overton, a psychiatrist and medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says alcohol affects how your brain works, and that’s important to consider when you are deciding whether you want to drink or not.
How to get along with a difficult coworker
Derek Laymon, an organizational learning consultant for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, discusses what to do if a difficult coworker’s attitude begins to affect your ability to work effectively.
Should you shower every day? 5 factors to consider
Dr. Ian Bushell, a medical director with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, discusses how often the average person should bathe.
3 breathing techniques to reduce anxiety
Aubrey Schmissrauter, an exercise specialist on the Employee Wellbeing Team with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains how stress impacts our breathing and what to do about it.
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.
9 ways to drink more water
Melissa Perry, a registered dietitian with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, provides tips for increasing your daily water intake and explains why it matters.
8 tips for talking with children about a tragedy
Dr. Jill Amos, a licensed behavioral health psychologist for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says talking with children about painful topics is difficult, but helping them cope with and process tragedies can improve their state of mind.
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.
Is your teen sleep deprived? + How to address it
Dr. Ian Bushell, a medical director with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, warns that sleep-deprived teens have a higher incidence of anxiety, depression, and suicidal thoughts and behaviors.