Healthy relationships

You’ve probably noticed that if the relationships in any part of your life become unhealthy, your day can feel 

tough. Fortunately, you can improve relationships at home, work, school and elsewhere in the community. 

Try these tips to strengthen your connections.

• First, treat others with kindness and respect, just as 

you’d like to be treated (i.e., the Golden Rule).

• Show interest in and appreciation for others. Ask 

people questions about their activities, and express 

encouragement and admiration for their efforts.

• Expand your circle of friends so you don’t miss out on 

the great diversity of people all around you.

• Always work at relationship building. For example, 

offer an unexpected kindness or strike up a 

conversation with someone at work who’s new 

to you.

• Listen actively, without distraction, so you 

understand the concerns, needs and priorities 

of others in your life.

Legal Services

Are you battling a stressful legal issue? Your program offers free or low-cost legal services 

in areas such as divorce, bankruptcy, property and custody disputes, wills, estates, living 

trusts and more. Receive one free 60-minute consultation per issue, per year on the 

phone or in-person with an attorney or mediation expert. Visit your member website to 

get started.

FEBRUARY 2023

Momentum

Live Webinar—Join us Wednesday, February 8 for Maintaining Positive Relationships, a webinar about 

creating more positive connections at home and work. Register here.

Contact your Employee Assistance Program at 1-866-580-9046 (TTY 711) or go online to

MagellanAscend.com for confidential, no cost help available 24/7/365 for you and your household

members.
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Working on Wellbeing

Improve your social wellbeing with positive relationships

• Your social wellbeing is dramatically influenced by the people around you. Some of these relationships help you 

achieve, while others motivate you to be healthy. 

• Not only do positive relationships give us a sense of community, belongingness and support, they also give an 

opportunity to improve communication and care for others.

• Carve out time to surround yourself with trusted friends and family who accept you for who you are, give you energy 

and treat you with respect. Give someone a call, or write or email them and let them know you would like to be in 

touch more often.

Money Matters

February 2023 financial webinars

Understanding Tax Returns 

Tuesday, February 14. Register here: 9 a.m. PT | 12 p.m. PT

There’s more to tax season than “How much is my 

refund?” or “How much do I owe?” In this webinar, learn 

how income tax is calculated, types of adjustments/

deductions, and tax reduction strategies. Review current 

tax law changes and how to avoid common mistakes.

Retirement Planning: Getting Started 

Thursday, February 23. Register here: 9 a.m. PT | 12 p.m. PT

Whether you’re a career newbie or veteran, it’s vital to 

establish a savings goal. Knowing there’ll be competing 

needs for the dollars you save, review goal-setting 

strategies to help you stay on track. Also examine 

common types of productive investment accounts.

Mind Your Mental Health

February is National Cancer Prevention Month 

When a cancer diagnosis is made, feelings of anxiety, stress and confusion are virtually impossible to avoid. 

The path ahead may seem confusing and scary, but there are steps you can take to deal with your emotions.

• Don’t hold it in. Tell a family member or good friend 

that you’re feeling anxious. Sometimes just talking 

about it makes it feel less overwhelming.

• Join a support group. It helps to connect with people 

who are going through the same things you are. 

• In addition to getting treatment, take good care of 

yourself. Do things that you enjoy and find ways 

to relax.

• If depression hinders your daily activities and nothing 

seems to help, consider speaking with a professional.

• If you haven’t been diagnosed with cancer, ask your 

doctor which cancer screening tests are recommended 

for someone your age.

Visit MagellanHealthcare.com/about/bh-resources/mymh or call your program for confidential mental 

health resources.