Enjoy This Week’s CommonHealth Weekly Wellnote

Staying Connected. While we may still be busy adjusting to the changes that have arisen over the last couple of years, it’s important for our overall wellness to make sure we’re taking time to build and maintain connections with others. Here are some things that you can do to kick up connectivity:

Attend a meetup – A fun way to build new connections is to join a group that meets regularly. You can search for groups that practice a hobby you enjoy or share an interest. Alternatively, you can break out of your element and try a new activity or learn a skill with others.

Schedule time to talk – We often lose connection with our friends even while having every intention to stay in touch. Make notes on your calendar or set reminders for quick check-ins. Even a simple text message or email to an old friend can be all it takes to make their (and your) day.

Save the date – Select a recurring day/time to spend with others. These “dates” can be with your significant other, a friend, or a family member. Taking regular breaks to spend quality time with those that you care about is great for your mental and emotional health.

Humans are social creatures – we need social interaction with each other. Social health can be easily overlooked during the day-to-day grind, but it’s vital to all aspects of wellbeing. Reach out to others to make and keep those connections that the mind and body require to thrive!

For questions regarding this week’s communication or the CommonHealth program, please reach out to your respective campus coordinator below:

Alexandria – Kathy Clement  (kclement@nvcc.edu) or Najeeb Baha (nbaha@nvcc.edu)
Annandale – Regina Sanders (rlsanders@nvcc.edu)
Fairfax/College Staff – Dahlia Henry- Tett (dhtett@nvcc.edu)
Loudoun – Sheila Escobedo (sescobedo@nvcc.edu)
Manassas – ThuyTien Ngo-Nguyen (tngonguyen@nvcc.edu)
Springfield Medical Education Campus (MEC):  Beverly Tsikata  (btsikata@nvcc.edu)
Woodbridge – Georgette Harris  (gsharris@nvcc.edu)

Submitted by:
Dahlia Henry-Tett, HR-Chief Wellness Officer, DHTett@nvcc.edu