Caring for the Mind: “Striking an Equilibrium of Oneself Towards Work Efficiency, Wholeness and Wellness” Christopher P. Hernandez, PhD (Cand), MAEd, MS, OTRP, RGC Guidance Services Specialist University of the Philippines-Diliman
ARE YOU HAPPY? 1. A-3; B-2; C-1 2. A-1; B-2; C-3 3. A-3; B-2; C-1
ARE YOU HAPPY? 9. A-3; B-2; C-1 10. A-1; B-2; C-3 11. A-2; B-1; C-3
ARE YOU HAPPY? 17. A-1; B-2; C-3 18. A-2; B-1; C-3 19. A-3; B-1; C-2
Interpretation of Scores Over 65: little to worry about 55-64: pretty satisfied with life; occasional worries; u know how to deal with them 45-54: capable of enjoying happiness; few rocky patches 35-44: quite beret by troubles; difficulty in finding real happiness 30-34: presence of real problems; don’t find much joy; need counseling below 30: really suffering; life is bleak; see a professional
What is Wellness? Achieving a balance in all aspects of the self: Physical Emotional Psychological Social Spiritual
5 Aspects of Personality Spiritual Psychological Emotional Social Physical
What is Corporate Wellness? Individual differences/peculiarities Family dynamics Organizational behavior & culture Motives, Gains, Frustrations, Disappointments, Grievances Strong sense of oneness and sense of identity
Developmental Age Chronological Age
Factor-Trait Analysis Theory of Development R=S1T1 + S2T2 +S3T3…….. R= Response/Behavior S= Situation T= Trait
Life-Space Permeability Person P P P P P P P NP
Preventing Problems Look for opportunities to do so everyday. Take occasional breaks, whether you use the time to eat lunch in the sun or meet a friend for coffee. Allow yourself small indulgences
Preventing Problems Take a week off for vacation. Seek out pleasant activities Learn to appreciate your own company Try playing musical instruments or doing some creative writing as a form of psychological release.
Wholeness Boosters Look and feel good Stand erect & walk tall Put your best self forward Walk 25% faster than ordinary people Don’t be shy Speak out
Wholeness Boosters Practice eye contact Improve your self-esteem Acknowledge praises and compliments Smile Put money in your pocket
Wholeness Boosters Never talk over people Don’t finish other people’s sentences Paraphrase Listen actively Maintain eye contact
Self-Help Strategies for Better Mental Health Exercising Eating right Talking to yourself Keeping a psychological journal Taking an optimistic view Cultivating humor Reaching out
In a Nutshell… Believe in yourself Have strong faith in your capabilities & abilities Nurture your mind & increase your knowledge Prepare yourself mentally,physically, emotionally & spiritually for whatever you set out to do
Philosophy to live by…. “Go to sleep with a song in your heart, and a prayer in your lips so that you’ll be awake in the morning refreshed and ready to face new challenges of a new day…”
Thank you very much!