April Well-Being Tips

• Thou shalt not expect someone else to reduce your stress is one of the wise “Ten Commandments of Physician Wellness.” They’re based on one doctor’s research where he pulled together ideas from literature on resilience and experience from his work with colleagues. They make sense for both residents, physicians, and all health care providers.

• Live webcams like those from the Aquarium of the Pacific can be excellent for calming the mind after a long day. Enjoy the colorful fish swimming around tropical reefs or the gentle movements of sea nettles (the latter includes music!).

• This article from Merritt Hawkins highlights the benefits of programs like the one we have at Valley Preferred. It also emphasizes that, “You have to really practice self-care in order to be able to provide appropriate care for anybody else.” Find out what other hospitals are doing and why wellness programs are important.