Hello, Pearl Team!
It is hard to believe it is already July. I hope you have all had a great summer so far.
The month of July is known as Social Wellness Month. I believe this year it is important to bring awareness to the topic of social wellness after 2+ years of social distance. This month can serve as a reminder to reach out and build stronger social ties with family, friends, and your community. It is an opportunity to focus on building stronger social ties and genuine connection with those around us. As a Social Worker prior to starting Pearl (and still at heart), social wellness is a vitally important topic to me.
At our core, Pearl’s focus is on establishing a personal, emotional connection – not just with our callers, but with each other and those around us. Social wellness (which includes emotional connection) helps keep us grounded and is a holistic way to improve the quality of our lives. Research proves that people with a supportive social network tend to live longer, respond better to stress, have healthier cardiovascular systems and improved immune systems. Plus – the inner peace you have with a healthy social network is invaluable.
So, while Pearl advocates for the importance of social wellness year-round, we make special mention of it during the month of July. As you review this month’s Newsletter, you will see some of the great activities your teammates have participated in (The KY Sliming event was one of my favorites). If you do not live close enough to your teammates – maybe, consider connects via Teams? Share stories, get to know one another and how you can support each other. Other options for social wellness would be volunteering in your area. Many of our employees’ volunteer and the stories I hear are inspiring. Wreaths across America, LifeTown Columbus, The Memorial Day Flag ceremony here in Ohio last month and so many more – our employees are engaged across their communities. Please feel free to send in your stories of volunteering to help inspire your teammates.
I hope as we move further into the month that you find ways to increase your social wellness and emotional connections in whatever way works best for you and brings you the most happiness.
Have a wonderful month, Pearl Team!
Merry Korn, CEO