Slide Through the Seasons with Less Stress:
According to Kelly Hahl, Manager of The BlueCross BlueShield Health and Wellness Programs…a registered dietician, individuals can follow these simple steps:
• Make time for favorite traditions. Instead of trying to fit everything into your busy schedule, spend time on traditions that mean the most to you and your family.
• Make your health a priority. Schedule time to prepare meals, and exercise. Even a moderate exercise like raking leaves or shoveling can help offset increased calories consumption.
• Set a budget and stick to it. Use an app that can help track spending and take advantage of holiday shopping deals.
• Get organized and plan ahead. Look ahead at your calendar and note family, friend and work obligations so you can plan time for shopping, baking and wrapping.
• Take time for yourself. Taking even just 15 minutes for yourself each day can refresh your mind so you are more prepared to tackle your next task.
“During the holiday season, it’s important to tune into your body’s needs and respond when something feels off,” said Hahl. “By finding ways to incorporate activities that help keep your stress levels low, you’ll spend the season making memories instead of feeling overwhelmed.”
Happy Halloween! Now walk slowly, don’t run, as you enter the 2018 holiday season. And, attend our monthly meeting…take time for YOURSELF!!
According to Kelly Hahl, Manager of The BlueCross BlueShield Health and Wellness Programs…a registered dietician, individuals can follow these simple steps:
• Make time for favorite traditions. Instead of trying to fit everything into your busy schedule, spend time on traditions that mean the most to you and your family.
• Make your health a priority. Schedule time to prepare meals, and exercise. Even a moderate exercise like raking leaves or shoveling can help offset increased calories consumption.
• Set a budget and stick to it. Use an app that can help track spending and take advantage of holiday shopping deals.
• Get organized and plan ahead. Look ahead at your calendar and note family, friend and work obligations so you can plan time for shopping, baking and wrapping.
• Take time for yourself. Taking even just 15 minutes for yourself each day can refresh your mind so you are more prepared to tackle your next task.
“During the holiday season, it’s important to tune into your body’s needs and respond when something feels off,” said Hahl. “By finding ways to incorporate activities that help keep your stress levels low, you’ll spend the season making memories instead of feeling overwhelmed.”
Happy Halloween! Now walk slowly, don’t run, as you enter the 2018 holiday season. And, attend our monthly meeting…take time for YOURSELF!!
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VBREA Meetings Times and Locations
Meetings are held at the following times unless changes are specifically cited within monthly listings shown in the below calendar.
Directors Board Meeting is held monthly on the third Wednesday, or as needed, at the Municipal Center in the Agriculture Building, #14 beginning at 10:00 a.m.
General Membership Meeting is held monthly on the third Wednesday beginning at 12:00 p.m. in the Golden Corral in the Redmill Mill Commons Shopping Center, 2177 Upton Drive, Virginia Beach, 23454, unless alternate locations are noted below on our Monthly Calendar of Events.
Involvement Committee is held the first Tuesday of each month at the Municipal Center in the Agriculture Building #14, beginning at 10:00 a.m.
Communications Committee Meeting is held the second Tuesday of the month beginning at 9:30 a.m. unless otherwise posted. Questions? Please contact: www.vbrea@outlook.org
Involvement Committee is held the first Tuesday of each month at the Municipal Center in the Agriculture Building #14, beginning at 10:00 a.m.
Communications Committee Meeting is held the second Tuesday of the month beginning at 9:30 a.m. unless otherwise posted. Questions? Please contact: www.vbrea@outlook.org
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October 2018
Calendar Dates
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- October 2: First Tuesday...Involvement Committee
- October 9: Second Tuesday...Communications
Committee - October 17: Third Wednesday...VBREA Directors Board
Meeting - October 17: Third Wednesday...VBREA General
Membership Meeting at:
LOCATION: Gus and George's in Virginia
Beach on Virginia Beach Blvd.
Note: Parking will NOT be a problem.
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A special shout-out to members...The Senior Services of Southeastern Virginia is hosting an "Art of Healthy Aging Forum & Expo" on November 14, 2018 and the time is 9 - 2:30 p.m. Their Mistress of Ceremonies is Barbara Ciara. Visit their site by clicking HERE on events at the above link. Registration entitles you to lunch, keynote, workshop sessions and more!
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So you can plan ahead...Our Future Monthly Meetings:
- November 14 - Annual Meeting at Nimmo Methodist Church, Princess Anne Road. Guest speaker is David Trimmer, Director of Agriculture, City of Virginia Beach.
- December 12 - Holiday Luncheon at Virginia Beach National Golf Course Clubhouse - $20 for members and $25 for guests. More details to follow.
Explore these links to see available city calendars for additional activities:
