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Reduce your anxiety and reclaim your sense of Calm

We all have anxious moments from time to time. 

But persistent anxiety can take a toll on your physical and mental health. One simple yet effective tip is to practice mindful breathing for one minute whenever you are anxious. This can help you reset and recenter yourself. 

Additionally, try the following curated mindfulness resources from Calm to reduce your anxiety levels:

• Ground Yourself in the Body
  • In this 3-minute session with Jay Shetty, he’ll help you combat stressful and anxious emotions through a quick grounding exercise.
• Anxiety Release
  • In this 10-minute session with Elisha Goldstein, you’ll practice saying positive affirmations to start letting go of your anxiety. 
• The Anxiety Spiral
  • In this 5-minute session with Mel Mah, you’ll be guided to do some full-body movements to release any tension and anxiety in your body. Then, you’ll do a short guided meditation to release your anxious thoughts from your mind.
• Alpha Waves and Rain for Deep Relaxation
  • Soothe your anxious mind with some ambient music and return to a state of calm. The ten music tracks containing alpha waves and rain sounds will guide you toward deep relaxation. 

Try one of the resources above in the Calm app and feel more at ease today.

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Linked, you’ll find the 2025 May Health Observance Newsletter from your CareFirst Well-being Team. This ready-to-share resource is designed to inspire and guide employees in embracing healthy habits. Additional resources are referenced in the newsletter, as well as attached.

Here are some key activities to consider for promotion this May:

• Mental Health First Aid Training: CareFirst is excited to have partnered with EveryMind to offer FREE and VIRTUAL Mental Health First Aid Training to our clients with healthcare workers (i.e. Providers, Clinicians, First Responders, or anyone who touches health care in their current role). We feel passionately about supporting mental wellbeing efforts to our clients, members, and community. (see attached flyer for more information)
• Mindful Monday: Weekly Meditation Sessions – Offer short, guided meditation breaks every Monday to help employees reset, recharge, and start their week with intention.
• Mini Masterclass: Promoting Mental Health at Work – A brief session on practical ways to support your own mental health and foster a mentally healthy work culture.
• Interactive Health Booth: “Check In & Chill Out” – Set up a calming space where employees can take a moment to relax, grab resources, and learn stress-reduction techniques!
• Wear Green Day – Choose a day in May to encourage employees to wear green in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month and spark conversations about emotional well-being

The “Mental Fitness Guide for Employers” is your essential resource for fostering a resilient and mentally fit workforce. This guide offers practical strategies to integrate mental fitness into your company culture, helping employees build daily habits that enhance mental resilience. By promoting mental fitness, you can prevent health issues, reduce absenteeism, and show your employees that you care about their overall well-being. 

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3. The Mental Health Month Calendar 2025 serves as a valuable resource to enhance mental health and well-being through daily, actionable tips and activities. Each day of the month features a unique activity or prompt aimed at encouraging self-care, mindfulness, and positive mental health practices. For example, the calendar includes activities such as rating your current mental health, reflecting on positive experiences, scheduling fun activities, journaling, practicing calming breaths, and performing random acts of kindness.

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4. “Caring for the Whole You” is your go-to resource for comprehensive support. This piece, outlining mental health and addiction care at Kaiser Permanente offers guidance on discussing mental health or substance use concerns with your primary care doctor, accessing free self-care apps, wellness coaching, health classes, and online self-assessments to manage stress, anxiety, and sleep as well as getting connected with the right care.
5. Kaiser Permanente members can explore our evidence-based digital self-care apps, Calm and Headspace at no charge. These apps offer guided meditations, sleep stories, emotional support coaching, and personalized programs to help manage stress, anxiety, and sleep. Access these tools at no cost and without a referral. Visit kp.org/selfcareapps to get started.