August is Wellness Month
August often feels like a turning point with summer winding down, school right around the corner and settling back into routine. It can be the perfect time to pause and reflect on wellness, not just physically, but mentally and emotionally too.
Wellness isn’t just a checklist of good habits. It’s a way of caring for your whole self—body, mind and spirit. Although care might look different from one person to the next, it often starts with the basics. This means prioritizing sleep, eating foods that make you feel energized and moving your body regularly.
Simple, sustainable wellness practices can have a positive impact on both your physical and emotional wellbeing. This could be taking a short walk after lunch, practicing deep breathing, setting an earlier bedtime or journalling. By incorporating these habits into your routine, you can feel more well rounded overall.
Mental wellness in particular deserves attention when life gets busy. This might mean setting aside quiet time or moments of reflection in your day, reaching out to a friend or noticing when stress starts to feel like more than just a rough week. Asking for help is more than okay—it’s actually a sign of strength.
At Oneida Behavioral Health, we recognize that wellness is a deeply personal journey. Whether you are navigating stress, working through anxiety, supporting a loved one or just trying to create healthier routines, we are here to help.
This August, consider setting one small intention for your wellness—not perfection, just progress. Whether it’s drinking more water, setting boundaries around screen time or practicing self-kindness, small choices add up to real change. Wellness isn’t a destination, but rather a daily practice. Oneida Behavioral Health is here to support you along the journey.
Don’t know where to start? Visit https://oneida-nsn.gov/resources/health/behavioral-health/behavioral-health-welcome/#Services-Provided to learn about all the ways we can support you. Call us at (920) 490-3790 for valuable resources and support.
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