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  • Live Whole Health #47 – Name that emotion to manage stress

    Live Whole Health #47 – Name that emotion to manage stress

    Stress plays an important part in our day to day life. Left unchecked, it can affect our ability to feel balanced, both mentally and physically.  Allowing yourself space and time to recognize and release those feelings of excess stress is an important part of self-care.

  • Stress Management Response Team (SMaRT):

    Stress Management Response Team (SMaRT):

    VA Health care workers are managing stressful situations and are exposed to the unknown course of the pandemic. The Hampton VA medical center has implemented a Stress Management Response Team (SMaRT).

  • Live Whole Health: Self-care episode #41 – Breathing for stress relief

    Live Whole Health: Self-care episode #41 – Breathing for stress relief

    Breath--something we do 20,000 times a day--is one of the body’s most important functions, and one that we can notice in every moment. 

  • Live Whole Health: Self-care episode #29 – Acupressure for stress relief

    Live Whole Health: Self-care episode #29 – Acupressure for stress relief

    Being aware of stress is important for reducing it. One stress-relief strategy for your self-care toolkit is acupressure.

  • Live Whole Health Self-care series episode #22 – Stress

    Live Whole Health Self-care series episode #22 – Stress

    Stress is a normal part of life. Learning how to manage it well keeps us healthy.

  • Martinsburg VA employees assist Veteran in distress

    Martinsburg VA employees assist Veteran in distress

    Members of the Martinsburg VA Medical Center Incident Command Team assisted a Veteran in a time of need. Group of employees engaged Veteran with messages of encouragement that he was not alone.

  • Live Whole Health Self-Care Blog #9 – Paced Breathing for Anxiety and Stress

    Live Whole Health Self-Care Blog #9 – Paced Breathing for Anxiety and Stress

    Periods of incredible change often lead to busy minds--and anxiety and stress. Paced breathing can guide us back to a more balanced state.

  • Veterans: Stressed over coronavirus?

    Veterans: Stressed over coronavirus?

    The coronavirus outbreak can increase stress and anxiety. Dealing with that stress can improve your health, quality of life, and wellbeing. Here are some expert suggestions for you and your family.

  • 7 stress resources Veterans can use right now

    7 stress resources Veterans can use right now

    As a Veteran, you might experience difficult life events or challenges after leaving the military. We’re here to help no matter how big or small the problem may be. VA offers a variety of mental health resources for Veterans, family members and friends.

  • The Intimate Partner Violence Assistance Program and holiday stress

    The Intimate Partner Violence Assistance Program and holiday stress

    Intimate partner relationships can experience increased stress over the holidays. VA’s Intimate Partner Violence Assistance Program can help. Here’s some assistance in promoting relationship wellness.

  • Tips for Managing Stress Around the Holidays

    Tips for Managing Stress Around the Holidays

    The holidays can be full of joy, but for some it brings stress, depression, and other challenges. Here are some healthy tips for managing these challenges.

  • iRest, You Rest: Virtual yoga nidra sessions to help fight stress

    iRest, You Rest: Virtual yoga nidra sessions to help fight stress

    Southeastern Louisiana VA hosts a weekly Thursday night yoga nidra class at the War Related Illness and Study Center in New Orleans.

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Last updated November 19, 2020

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