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A regular

sleep schedule

can help you feel better

Whether it’s SAD or the holiday blues, there are some easy,
common steps you can take to feel better.
1. Create a schedule with regular eating and sleeping times and Check out our website to learn
stick to it. more about the tools we offer.
2. Move your body on the daily, outdoors when you can. You’ll find online therapy through
Learn to Live (use the code
3. Manage your vitamin D levels with sunlight exposure and a BLUEND or your employer’s
healthy, vitamin-rich diet. custom company code). This
4. Avoid depressants like alcohol, which negatively affect program is offered at NO COST
your brain chemicals. to those ages 13 and up enrolled
in a BCBSND health plan. You will
5. Try volunteering—it will help others and help you to feel better
about yourself. also find HealthyBlue, a digital
wellness center equipped to
6. Create new traditions if the holidays bring up painful memories. assess your current health, offer
7. Remember, winter ends. Spring and longer, warmer days are coming! tools to help manage conditions
8. Use the BCBSND Wellness Online Therapy to speak to someone or to reach specific goals and
about what you’re feeling. much more.

If you’re still struggling, reach out to your primary care doctor for
assistance with SAD, and utilize the BCBSND wellness tools, like online
therapy, the digital wellness center and more to help you find a
healthier, happier lifestyle.

Sources: National Institute of Health, Mayo Clinic, Anxiety & Depression Association of America

The monthly wellness topics are part of BlueElements—a health and wellness platform that
encompasses six areas—physical, social, emotional, financial, professional and community.

Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color,
national origin, age, disability, or sex. This information is available in alternate formats, free of charge, by calling Member Services at
1-844-363-8457 (toll-free) or through the North Dakota Relay at 1-800-366-6888 or 711.
ATENCIÓN: Si habla español, tiene a su disposición servicios gratuitos de asistencia lingüística. Llame al 1-844-363-8457 (TTY: 1-800-366-6888).
ACHTUNG: Wenn Sie Deutsch sprechen, stehen Ihnen kostenlos sprachliche Hilfsdienstleistungen zur Verfügung. Rufnummer: 1-844-363-8457 BND-23-0343560B • 11-23 URAC 8.9
(TTY: 1-800-366-6888).

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