Why relationships are good for your health (beyond just happiness)
Dr. Gary Proctor, a medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains the health benefits of relationships.
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Carmen’s story: A mother’s gift and a second chance at life
BlueCross Member Experience Manager Carmen LeVally says organ donation changes lives, and the myths surrounding it keep too many people from saying yes.
6 ways to trust others and boost your wellbeing
Jennifer Rusk, a behavioral health case manager with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, provides strategies to become more trusting of others.
Why are we still lonely?
Jennifer Rusk, a behavioral health case manager with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, provides steps to ease feelings of loneliness.
How to take criticism constructively
Derek Laymon, an organizational learning consultant for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says you take the criticism constructively, it can lead to improved performance and communication.
7 tips for disagreeing productively
Derek Laymon, an organizational learning consultant for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says disagreements may be inevitable, but they don’t have to become disruptive or harmful to your relationships.
How active listening can improve your relationships – at work and home
Robin Cruise, a social worker and associate project manager with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee’s behavioral health programs, provides tips for embracing the power of active listening.
Death anxiety 101: Why don’t we talk about death? Plus 4 ways to live a death-positive life
Sherry Campbell, founder of Welcome Home of Chattanooga, a sanctuary for people facing critical illness, says fear of death is natural, but denial, anxiety and avoidance are not.
What is aphasia? Understanding the communication challenges + 6 tips to help
Dr. Catherine Payne, a BlueCross medical director, explains that aphasia is a condition that impairs a person’s ability to express themselves, understand language or both.
What does it mean to be prosocial? And 7 ways to combat loneliness at work
Eron Key, licensed social worker and substance abuse counselor for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says people are what make people happy.