Everyone probably knows that light exercise, a walk in nature or an afternoon nap can help to relax and reduce stress levels during a stressful day.And what common ways of taking a short relaxation break are not good?Everyone probably agrees that delicious food, especially desserts, lifts the mood. And that’s why stress eating is a … Read more
On April 4 – May 17, the “Seminars for the inclusion of senior citizens’ employees and community representatives in the model” took place. These seminars were organized in Vilkyskiai, Lumpenai, Pagegiai, Stoniskiai, Natkiskiai precincts, precinct representatives, community representatives and other interested persons were invited. During the seminars, attention was paid to identifying persons with psychological … Read more
Depression is a mental disorder that is manifested by a decrease in mood, interest and energy levels, problems with concentration, attention and sleep, and suicidal thoughts. The causes of depression are multiple: genetics, biological changes, traumatic events, social factors (violence, bullying), use of psychoactive substances, use of certain medications, or chronic diseases. Together, they influence … Read more
Cognitive behavioral therapy, the techniques that wellness counselors use in counseling, is based on evidence that our well-being is not determined by what happens to us, but by how we accept and respond to it. The basis of cognitive behavioral therapy is the correction of negative automatic thoughts and beliefs, correction of thinking errors. During … Read more
On March 31, the second article of the project “Implementation of the model of welfare consultants in Pagėgii municipality” was published in the Šilokarčema newspaper. In order to expand the awareness of welfare consultant services among people of different ages and social groups, to form a positive public opinion about the services and possible benefits … Read more
Scientific studies have shown that physical exercises significantly reduce the symptoms of mild and moderate anxiety and depression and can effectively lift a person’s mood. When you do sports, your mind is interrupted from everyday worries, the blood flow in the brain is activated and you feel happier. Exercise helps regulate the levels of stress … Read more
To ensure the successful dissemination of the services of the Welfare consultant, the capacities of cooperating organizations are also used (Vydūnas Public Library of Pagėgiai Municipality, Cultural Center of Pagėgiai Municipality, Society for the Disabled of Pagėgiai Municipality, Vilkyškiai Sport Club “Jūra”, Art and Sports School of Pagėgiai Municipality, VšĮ “Mokymų sinergija”). In order to … Read more
“Burnout” can be suspected when there is a loss of motivation and interest in what one is doing, constant fatigue, internal conflicts arise, thoughts that this job is not for me, a feeling of self-disappointment arises, it becomes difficult to communicate in the working environment, conflicts with colleagues or clients become more frequent, one is … Read more
A person with high self-esteem is confident in himself, believes that he will be able to overcome obstacles and failures, and is not afraid to achieve his goal. As self-esteem decreases, self-depreciation occurs, a person is afraid to try something new, gets disappointed in himself at the slightest failure, which results in a worsening of … Read more
Fear is a familiar feeling to everyone. Fear is like a wall that prevents us from moving forward, in terms of life, career, inner growth. Sometimes fears can even be useful, protecting us from danger, strengthening our sense of self-preservation. But next to that there are also social fears, which, if we let them control … Read more