Maintaining your mental health during these uncertain times can be challenging. However, now is the time to prioritize your mental health and well-being and meditation can help reduce the stress. The attached document provides information on how to start practicing meditation and provides tips for successful meditation.
Currently, Headspace is offering free resources to NY residents during the pandemic: https://www.headspace.com/covid-19. More information can also be found here: https://help.headspace.com/hc/en-us/articles/360045743594-New-York-State-of-Mind.
Need more information to help with these trying times, see the list below for some apps around mental health, mindfulness and work-life-balance. Please note not all of these apps are free.
| Talkspace | iPhone & Google Play | Online/virtual counseling and therapy |
| Headspace | iPhone & Google Play | Guided meditation and mindfulness app |
| Happify | iPhone & Google Play | Mental health and well-being |
| Insight timer | iPhone & Google Play | Meditation and sleep app |
| Calm | iPhone & Google Play | Meditation app for stress reduction and sleep help |
| Aura | iPhone & Google Play | Mindfulness app for managing stress, anxiety and increasing happiness |
| Breathe | iPhone & Google Play | Guided deep breathing app |
| Live Happy | iPhone & Google Play | App to increase happiness |
| Sleep Cycle | iPhone & Google Play | Smart alarm clock that analyzes your sleep and wakes you during your lightest sleep phase
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Submitted by: Dawn Rotterman, benefit manager, Human Resources
