Welcome to Healthy Exchange ...your quarterly online newsletter from Sapphire Resource Connection, your Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Each issue provides information to help you better deal with personal, family or work-related concerns.

Your EAP is Here to Help

If you’re faced with a problem that seems hard to solve on your own, your EAP can help you with free, confidential counseling, information or referrals. Your EAP is a DIRECT ACCESS MODEL so you can call an approved EAP counselor of your choice to schedule an appointment. To obtain phone listings for your EAP counselors, visit www.sr-connection.com or contact your Human Resource Department. For more information call (406) 523-7707 or toll-free: 1-866-767-9511.

For Your Information

COUPLE CARE

Communication is the key to a strong, healthy relationship. Without effective communication, any relationship is in trouble. Communicate your thoughts, plans, ideas and opinions with your partner on a consistent basis.  Equally important: Communicate your feelings – the joys, sorrows or frustrations we all experience.

ANGER MANAGEMENT TIP

Walk away when you’re angry. Before you react, take time to mentally regroup by counting to 10. Then look at the situation again. Walking or other physical activities will also help you work off steam.

OVERWHELMING STRESS

If you’re feeling overwhelmed by stress, how do you know when it’s time to get professional help?  According to the American Psychological Association, here are a few indicators:

• You feel trapped, like there’s nowhere to turn
• You worry excessively and can’t concentrate
• The way you feel affects your sleep, your eating habits, your job, your relationships,
  your everyday life.

If you or a family member needs help, contact your EAP for confidential counseling, referrals or information.