Friends Get Friends Moving

In looking for ways to promote the mental health of our amazing staff, we wanted to find something fun that everyone could do and enjoy all together.  We talked about a lot of things, but decided on . . . BOWLING!  We had a great excuse for a field trip — celebrating our amazing assistant Lance’s birthday.

Now, this isn’t rocket science.  Six people go bowling, have a great time getting some exercise and hanging out.  Is that really related to our resiliency and psychological health?

Well . . . yes.  For example, one of our folks hadn’t had the best day that day.  So when we started, they were kind of sluggish and withdrawn.  By frame 6 of the first game, there was more pep in their step and by the end of the first game, they were smiling. 

Sure, there was some ribbing when the ball hit the gutter (isn’t there always?).  But there was also a lot of cheerleading and not a little coaching.  And then there are all those warm fuzzy feelings that come from celebrating together.

The point is that, unlike having to weigh your brussels sprouts and count your carbs, protecting your mental and emotional health is usually FUN!  You don’t need any fancy equipment or to see a special kind of trainer — all you need is someone else’s shoes and a crew who will cheer your strikes and not mock you too much for your gutter balls.

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