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)WITH YOUR MIND 5 THE EYE PRODUCES 10 POUNDS OF TEARS A DAY TO STAY LUBRICATED. IF YOU ARE ABOUT TO CRY, IT MAY HELP YOU TO LOOK AT THE SITUATION FROM ANOTHER PERSPECTIVE. HANDLING EMOTIONS IS KEY FOR SOCIAL INTERACTION. NORMAL RESPONSE ANALYZE THE MATTER EXPRESS YOURSELF WELL Some people feel the urge to cry, Even if it is a normal response, it is It is important to feel the emotion although they feel that they shouldn’t, important to analyze whether there is a and live it. With the help of some because they are in the middle of a background problem that needs discus- techniques, an adequate response to meeting, for example. sion or dialogue with the other person. the moment can be achieved.
WITH YOUR MIND ( )harmony is health COLOR EMOTIONS Art therapy is explored as a way to unite creativity and forms of artistic expression to reach a profound knowledge of the being. ADVISOR LUCES MONTOYA- Industrial Designer, Master in Psychodynamic Art Therapy In book shops it is now common to come across Montoya, Master in Psychodynamic Art Therapy, shelves of coloring books aimed at an adult explains that this type of treatment covers an introspec- audience. These, full of mandalas, nature or tion into the individual “in art therapy, what we seek is landscapes outlined in black on white paper, promise that the person, for example, makes their own manda- their users to reduce stress and take them out of their la. Coloring books have a mechanical attitude where routine. Some studies, such as the study developed by people can relax and calm down, but creativity is limi- Psychology Professors Judy Eaton and Christine ted. In art therapy, creativity is very important, because Tiber, from Wilfrid Laurier University, Canada, have instead of avoiding or disconnecting, we try to investiga- shown that coloring has positive results on decreasing te and inspect inside the being. Coloring relaxes but stress and anxiety, converting it into an economic does not go deeper into the being”, she comments. and accessible method that does not require special skills and that contributes to self-care. WHAT IS ART THERAPY? Psychodynamic art therapy has its theoretical basis in However, the favorable effects of these books can be psychoanalysis and makes it possible for patients to confused at times with more profound healing thera- express through words and different artistic materials pies such as art therapy. Industrial Designer Luces 54
( )WITH YOUR MIND an internal world that is often restricted by speech. SHAPING YOUR “Images reveal interior matters that people and, one INNER SELF as a psychotherapist, sometimes have not yet deciphe- red”, indicates Luces Montoya. ► Journaling is a practice to create a log of The specialist emphasizes that in this process what is each day that allows for events to be recor- important is not the product as such, but what ded with images and words. happens on the way “obsessing over the esthetic result causes anxiety. Participants must draw, paint, ► Writing is a practice that, if done with the- make collages, knead clay, mold with modeling clay, rapeutic objectives, helps to translate the work with recycling materials and make things whilst unconscious. they speak about their problems, but esthetic goals are not sought. Every person is free to experiment ► Meditation in movement, through activities with different instruments and this creates new neu- such as practicing yoga or climbing, and even ronal connections that revitalize the brain and con- weaving, helps to focus attention. tribute to creativity.” 55
WITH YOUR MIND ( )harmony is health Many people resort to art therapy to handle their (Coloring and art therapy develop emotions, as treatment for addictions, depression or different aspects. Whilst the first seeks to pain, amongst other situations. Techniques, therapeu- calm and dissipate stress, the second implies tic guide and elements used contribute to their impro- an exploration into the interior of each per- vement. In addition, the final creative work and son through art. method in which each person interacts communica- tes their deeper aspects to the psychotherapist. For example, if someone scribbles with a lot of force, this can indicate contained rage, or if they work repea- tedly with a material, depending on the case, this shows evidence of fear to undertake challenges or ten- dency towards control. “On occasions patients say one thing, but the work can represent otherwise. Therefore, creative work helps them to recognize •themselves”, specifies Luces Montoya BENEFITS OF ART THERAPY 1 Improves communi- 2 Reduces levels of cation with oneself anxiety and stress and others 4 Establishes new 3 Promotes neuronal connections creative power 6 Develops the ability to be spontaneous 5 Increases the capa- city to make deci- 8 Extends the ability sions and focus to resolve problems 7 Increases trust 10 Promotes a profound and confidence knowledge of oneself in oneself and one’s emotions 9 Stimulates the search for harmony and balance in life 56
WWIITTHHYYOOUURRMMIINNDD ( )keep in mind A MATTER OF MOTIVATION Having an objective helps us to feel a life purpose and to take action. We only have to create an interior space to find it. ADVISORS MARITZA CIFUENTES - Master in Clinical Psychology JUAN PABLO GAVIRIA - Motivational Conference Speaker Signing up for a gym and letting the membership expi- your real intention is within you and is based on love instead of re without going, registering for a language course and fear, you continue because the reason for what you do is clear, missing half of the classes or filling the fridge with even if you know it will be difficult.” vegetables that rot when you give up on a healthy eating Lack of motivation in the workplace and social environ- process, are some of the attitudes that together can contri- ments or even interpersonal relationships occurs when cer- bute to a lack of motivation and that are more frequent tain behaviors, processes or actions are tackled in an auto- than we like to admit. matic way. When these are perceived as monotonous, they cause a lack of interest. As Maritza Cifuentes, Master in Juan Pablo Gaviria, author and motivational conference spea- Clinical Psychology, with an emphasis on Logotherapy and ker, states that this phenomenon can occur because “real moti- Existential Analysis explains, “when there is a constant vation in life is something that is born within you, it is a pro- feeling of lack of motivation in a person’s vital project, this found reason for why you will do what you will do. When this can bring consequences such as stress, depression, despair, determination, this real reason why you do something is outside susceptibility to boredom or anxiety”. of you, you tend to abandon what you have started, but when 60
WITH YOUR MIND ( )grandparents LOVE IS NEVER FORGOTTEN Affection for seniors with dementia is invaluable. It is reflected not only on words and tact, but also on behavior and the form of caring for them. ADVISORS MARÍA EUGENIA NARVÁEZ - Gerontologist SANDRA VIVIANA VÉLEZ - Gerontologist, Specialist in Palliative Care Affection is what links us to diffe- STATEMENTS OF LOVE rent social groups. It is fundamen- Caresses, a tender kiss, a massage, chan- tal in old age, because over the ging a diaper on time and with a good years, human beings begin to feel displa- attitude when necessary, are some of the ced from their social environment and are simplest expressions of affection. easily isolated, and this increases even Accompanying them to run their more when there are cognitive diseases. errands, the family sitting with them to The gerontologist María Eugenia Narváez eat and talk at the table, telling them Betancur affirms that “the company of nice things and in a tone of voice that is those who are also aging alongside a not irritating, playing music that they senior citizen is invaluable in order not to have always liked, reading for them, lose what we all need: affection”. taking them by the hand or giving them Diseases associated with age are related to a hug, and all non-verbal language that progressive memory loss. Among these are can be used in a positive way helps to dementia and Alzheimer’s. Gerontologist strengthen their link with society. Sandra Viviana Vélez, Specialist in Palliative Care and founder of the According to Doctor María Eugenia Buenaventura Residence (Hogar Narváez, one of the main lacks of affection Buenaventura), explains “It is thought that felt by seniors is when they lose importan- statements of affection are not necessary ce within the family, for example, for deci- in adults with dementia or severe neurolo- sion making. This means that affection is gical problems. However, they are very not just spoiling them or telling them nice important, as it has been proven that each words, but also the way in which we beha- time, they are shown love, they feel peace, ve with the senior. In addition, when and this helps in their treatment process.” society begins to label them as not produc- tive, this leads to pathologies such as 58
( )WITH YOUR MIND DETERMINATION AND SENSE OF LIFE Ikigai, in which “if the for whom is also clear, this gives a What happens to most people is that they are not clear about higher meaning to what I do”, as the model, as well as inviting why they do something, and this is when they hit demotivation. the human being to have their sense of life clear, promotes Therefore, Martiza Cifuentes highlights the importance of a reflection on what the world needs and the role that each per- logotherapeutic focus as one of the many ways that can help an son can fulfil from their passion, vocation or mission to achie- individual to discover their meaning in life. “When an indivi- ve it in interaction with others. dual discovers that which attracts them in life, this moves them to make decisions and act. When they find meaning in life, Motivation cannot be standardized and on various occa- they will be motivated.” Viktor Frankly, Viennese psychiatrist sions it is confirmed that many of the programs implemen- and father of Logotherapy, paraphrasing Nietzsche, said that ted, for example, in companies, do not reach their objective. “he who finds a reason why in his existence, shall overcome Juan Pablo Gavirira states that “inspiration comes from outsi- almost all other hows.” de, but it has to transform into motivation and become an interior and personal reason, a seed that grows within you Likewise, Juan Pablo Gaviria mentions the Japanese concept and moves you to act.” 61
( )WITH YOUR MIND (Love and empathy are the best tools that a family can have when some members can no longer connect with reality. depression which is common in the case of them a bracelet to wear with basic informa- diseases such as dementia or Alzheimer’s. tion, removing mirrors and pictures where they can see their reflection so that they do ACTING IN TIME not become scared when they do not This is doing something to avoid the per- recognize themselves, remove nightstands son suffering, as these diseases are progres- because they fall out of bed, place locks on sive and incurable. The first act of love in skylights, lock away knives, put down anti- this case is detecting that something is slip floors, and let the neighbors and door- wrong, that the person becomes irritable man know about the problem, among for any reason, or that they repeat informa- others. These are some of Doctor Sandra tion frequently. A professional must be Vélez’ recommendations. After a clear consulted and the presence of the disease diagnosis, admitting the senior to an insti- must be detected to be able to start making tution must be a decision based on love, adaptations, such as creating a network of on information on their health condition carers and organizing their schedules, pla- and always thinking about their welfare, cing locks on doors and windows, giving •more than that of the family TO DO TO AVOID ► Seek professional help when symp- ► Exposing them to loud places or places with toms begin in order to have a clear a lot of people. This causes them anxiety. and appropriate diagnosis. ► Removing them from their environment or ► As a family, bring together clear and changing the same, unless they feel safe. practical information on the disease: For example, taking them on vacation or implications, consequences and care. changing the place of the furniture in the room. This can be overwhelming for them. ► Make locative adaptations in the enti- re house, thinking about the patient. ► Forcing them to have a recent memory or recognize someone in the family. They can ► “Connecting ourselves with their rea- become aggressive. lity from the point of empathy with their life story is the key to state- ► Leaving them alone, including to sleep at ments of affection” says night, as they might get up and hurt Gerontologist Sandra Viviana Vélez. themselves or leave the house and get lost. 59
WITH YOUR MIND ( )keep in mind The greatest obstacle to someone remaining motivated is related to cultural conditioning and psychological “defects” such as negative thoughts created by fear, incertitude, low tolerance to frustration and a low sense of responsibility regarding one’s owns decisions. Maritza Cifuentes is convin- ced that “if children are taught that mistakes are opportuni- ties and psychological resources are used in the face of frus- tration, through assistance, opportunities and care, they would have more consistent elements to become motivated, •sensitive, fair and intelligent adults.” HOW CAN WE FIND PASSION AGAIN? 1 If you do not have your sense of life clear, you must break paradigms, open your mind and heart to new information, overcome fear and explore different spaces to find motivation. 2 Always bear in mind that motivation is an impulse that comes from the inside out, that gives the strength and energy nee- ded to overcome obstacles. The conviction must come from personal values and dreams, not the desire to be on good terms with others, to please them or fulfil their expectations, because this means that, at some point of the road, the pro- ject being fought for starts to become a burden. 3 When a circumstance cannot be modified, the attitude with which we face it determines the possibility to maintain motiva- tion. Avoid paralysis and falling into self-sabotage. 4 Seek a plan that allows for the passage from inspiration to action. Ideas do not work unless they are implemented. And ideas do not work without persistence, order, effort and love. 62
HARMONY AT HOME BOOKS LIGHTING It is advisable not to have more than 30 White light must be used in the study, kitchen and library. Warm light or daylight can be used in books that are important to you and to bedrooms, the lounge and the dining room. If the library is the living room, the light must also be warm, donate the ones you have read. as this is a space for seclusion and comfort. DOCUMENTS MATTRESSES AND PILLOWS Keep printed receipts for a year or digitalize them to keep a record. These must be covered in plastic. In this way they can be cleaned and then the respective sleeves and sheets can be put on them. COLOR ORDER If you want a strong color in the Apply the “10-second rule” which indicates that bedroom, this must be contras- putting each thing where it does not belong ted with a lighter wood or more and putting it in its place take the same amount neutral decorative objects, to of time. Therefore, it is easier to put it in its create balance. place immediately and not create disorder.
Discipline, a bit of creativity ADVISORS and indifference are some of MARÍA JIMENA GARCÍA - Organizadora profesional the keys to making the house a SANTIAGO ESTRADA - Specialist in Microbiology and healthy place. Medical Parasitology DIANA MONTOYA Y CRISTINA ESPINAL - Interior Designers.z BALANCE CLOTHES We sleep less and rest badly when the TV in the ► It depends on the space, bedroom. The sound, light and radiation do not allow for but ideally organize clo- adequate sleep. In addition, patterns change when we are thes by categories. For in the habit of watching programs until late or fall asleep example, keep T-shirts with the TV turned on. This increases the temptation to folded vertically, using eat whilst watching a movie and decreases communica- organizers, so that all tion and partner intimacy. It is recommended to place the items can be seen. TV diagonally at 2.5 degrees. Therefore, a 50-inch TV can be at some three meters away. ► Hang up the clothes you use most. HUMIDIFIERS ► Use spaces behind the These can be used in open areas. Cold humidifiers door. are recommended to avoid burning. Change the water each day to avoid bacteria and clean them ► Join socks in the middle with a scouring sponge each 3 or 4 days. These are and fold them, so that the not recommended for asthmatic people. elastic is not damaged. CLEANING Those who suffer from asthma or allergies must not be present during cleaning. They should also not have libraries nor stuffed toys in their bedrooms, avoid pets being there and mop with a wet cloth.
WITH YOUR MIND ( )for her THAT INVALUABLE NETWORK OF FRIENDS Making links with others based on common likes and interests is a natural matter for women, but it benefits everyone equally due to its power to create links. ADVISOR ROSA GUEVARA Psychologist, psychotherapist and sexologist, Practitioner at Coomeva Private Healthcare The emotional support of groups of friends who share their experiences face to face favors men and women equally, although it depends a lot on age. However, there is evidence that groups of female friends are more acti- ve and efficient in this sense, as for them it is easier to express what they feel and they enjoy sharing with those of the same gender. This is shown in public places, where groups of women are seen more frequently than groups of men. It is known that having a group of friends allows us to keep good mental health. Likewise, statistical measurements have been taken from hospital patients, which have proven that those who have the support of their loved ones recupe- rate quicker and live longer. Amongst multiple investigations made by Psychologist Janice Kiecolt-Glaser, Director of the Institute for Behavioral Medicine Research, Ohio, USA, it was discovered that students who had more female friends with quality friendships, endure stress better when taking exams and make fewer visits to the doctor. According to psychologist Rosa Guevara Quintero, “at each stage of life, human existence creates groups or networks 66
( )WITH YOUR MIND ( Belonging to a group of friends, even in the diversity of likes and personalities, contri- butes other life perspectives to one’s own. who support the evolution and allow for the most comforta- ble adaptation to the environment. Friendships are an impor- tant support for the social “being”, increase tolerance and decrease impulsive responses in multiple social situations.” In this way, friends become not only company for good times, but the emotional and physical cement required to face diverse circumstances such as depression, loneliness, abandonment, or to contribute to fast recuperation from a physical illness. Regardless of age, groups of friends help ligh- ten the routine. MULTIPLE BENEFITS Improved cardiac rhythm, good blood pressure, maintained stable brain functioning, reduced stress, increased sense of vitality, these are some of the physical benefits that can be felt when we have a stable network of good friends, the specialist indicates. Likewise, they help to increase oxytocin levels, known as “the love and happiness hormone”. Some even say that this could be a key factor to finding new treatments for some psychiatric disorders. 67
WITH YOUR MIND SELECTION IS KEY ( )for her Existen unas condiciones implícitas que se The benefits of a group of friends are widely recognized in deberían cumplir cuando escogemos a nues- the emotional sphere. They favor social interaction, allow tros amigos, para que se conviertan en una red one to feel accompanied, they help to face difficult situations de apoyo. Entre ellas, están las siguientes: with courage, promote teamwork, allow for the establish- ► Look for someone with whom we have ment of relationships of trust and quality with others. Having friends benefits links, a feeling of belong and things in common. friendship. In other words, it becomes a valuable circle from ► They will be a friend if they listen and all points of view. support, but also if they question. “SOCIAL” NETWORKS ► They must be a good person, not just to the As Doctor Guevara explains, “social networks have been friend but also to others. increasing through the contribution of technology, and as a ► Good friends do not ask for anything in consequence emerges the possibility to feel supported, iden- tified and motivated by being part of a determined group. return, just friendship. Today we are at risk of suffering greater stress, generated, ► Choose someone who helps you be better, precisely, by the pressure exercised by the same networks.” She even comments that there are studies based on the not because they give you gifts and tell you same technology that confirm that a self-image is created on how good you look, but because they the internet and this does not always correspond to reality accompany, respect and understand you. and even less so helps to establish affectionate links or ► Choose someone who shares experiences share emotions. and moments. It is not the amount of time, but the quality of the company, that is From this perspective, the specialist states that the best important. thing is to have close friends with whom we can meet, ► Having few friends does not indicate a lack because this can influence the mental health of all those of popularity, but a valuable selection that must be cared for with love. •that belong to this group 68
WITH YOUR MIND ( )games CRUCIGRAMA SUDOKU A B C D E FG HI J KL 1 Nivel fácil 2 Nivel medio 3 VERTICALES SOLUCIONES 4 A. Son compañía para los buenos ratos, apoyo Horizontales emocional y físico para enfrentar la sensación Arteterapia-Miel-Le- Inca-Diabetes-Emo-Cl-Is- 5 de soledad. Aspecto externo de los cuerpos. Vendían-Sain-Eon-Aia-So-Corte-Top-Edom-Ok- Faraón-Río-O.l-Caes-Do-Ri-XI-An-Motivación- 6 B. Rosa Isaza. Ojo por ojo, diente por diente. Antas-Ranero C. Este aparato en el cuarto es una mala práctica, 7 Verticales el sonido, la luz y las radiaciones no permiten Amigos-Forma-Ri-Talión-Televisor-Tt-El- 8 concebir bien el sueño. Doble consonante. Menopausia-Don-Vs-Elí-Demencia-Reacio- D. Título divino. Esta etapa de vida se asocia con Cr-Blancorexia-Pie-Omisión-Inti-Ar-Ne- 9 el duelo por el nido vacío, pero es un momen- Aces-Ito-Da-As-Taekwondo to óptimo para disfrutar de una sexualidad pla- 10 centera en pareja. Nivel medio Nivel fácil E. Talento. Versus. 11 F. Juez de Israel. En los adultos mayores se trata con amor, es la mejor medicina cuando hay 12 esta condición o Alzheimer. G. Contrario a algo. Cromo. 13 H. Se refiere a la obsesión por tener los dientes extremadamente blancos. HORIZONTALES I. Parte inferior articulada del extremo de la pierna del hombre que se apoya en el suelo. Falta por 1. Posibilita que, a través de la palabra y los haber dejado de hacer una cosa en todo o en materiales artísticos, los pacientes expre- parte. sen su mundo interno para salvar las limi- J. Deidad de los incas. Terminación verbal. taciones de la palabra. Prefijo que indica privación. K. Antigua aerolínea colombiana. Diminutivo mas- 2. Dulce manjar. Forma de pronombre. culino. Acierta. Peruano. L. Carta de la baraja. Disciplina, concentración y y autoconfianza son los beneficios en los ado- 3. Cuando es juvenil, no interrumpe activi- lescentes que practican este deporte. dades como ir al colegio. Es clave saber el nivel de azúcar que tiene en la sangre antes de comer, es decir, el automonito- reo. 4. Género musical. Cloro. To be en acción. 5. Expendían. 6. Grasura de un animal. Ángel. Libro de los musulmanes. 7. Interjección arriera. Conjunto de todas las personas que componen la familia y comi- tiva del rey. 8. Prenda interior femenina. Sobrenombre de Esaú. Visto bueno inglés. 9. Antiguo rey de Egipto. Arroyo. 10. Sufijo alcohólico. Pierdes el equilibrio. Nota musical. 11. Medida de longitud japonesa. Once roma- nos. Prefijo negativo. 12. Lo que anima o atrae a una persona; aquello que lo mueve a tomar decisiones y a actuar. 13. Alces. Localidad española. 70
)CORPORATE LONG PERIODS OF INACTIVITY LEAD TO A SEDENTARY LIFESTYLE, A RISK FACTOR FOR HEART, BONE, AND MUSCLE HEALTH. DAILY EXERCISE Promotes the secretion of endor- phins that improve your mood and help keep your metabolism in check. HOW MUCH According to the WHO, the recom- mended amount of exercise is minimum 30 minutes, 3 times per week. Check with your doctor before starting. MORE VITALITY Physical activity can be incorporated little by little in your routine, with small movements and then more intense workouts. 60 % OF THE GLOBAL POPULATION DOES NOT DO THE NECESSARY AMOUNT OF PHYSICAL ACTIVITY TO OBTAIN HEALTH BENEFITS, ACCORDING TO THE WHO.
CORPORATE ( )prevention ANOTHER LOOK ON LIFE Coomeva Private Healthcare joins Breast Cancer Awareness Month. With a brave attitude, determined to fight for their yourself in last place, you put off medical check-ups and lives, many women have faced being diagnosed time for joy. My experience allowed me to reflect, take life with breast cancer and were able to defeat it. more lightly, not worry about nonsense, and focus on Their resilience, enthusiasm for achieving their goals, as love.” Alexandra stresses the importance of listening to well as the support and love of their family and friends were your body and giving yourself the care you deserve with essential in overcoming the most adverse circumstances. good nutrition and preventative or timely check-ups. She Their life stories inspire us to never give up. sees her experience as a way to inspire others and as a tea- cher that led her to be who she is now. LOVE HEALS This was one of the many lessons learned by Alexandra A GREAT LESSON Utria during her procedure. She is a lawyer from “This experience will be like climbing Mount Everest, but Barranquilla, a Coomeva Private Healthcare user, who you will have helpers that will carry your harness, your works as a public official. She is a travel enthusiast and her water, and everything you need. These helpers are your dreams also helped her fight her battle. “I would love to family, your friends, and your whole emotional support net- visit India and Italy – people are motivated by everything work,” they told Adriana Betancur, which she always kept in they want to do,” she comments. Alexandra has always mind. Adriana is a librarian, a consultant for public libra- been a very happy person and she tried to stay that way. ries, and a Coomeva Private Healthcare user. She says that She says, “I used my berets, smiled, and started to look at conversations with others broadened her mind with ideas the illness in a different way. First, I embraced the condi- and experiences that influenced her take on life. “Attitude tion and then I started to resurface. I decided to fight for is essential, not only in the acceptance of the diagnosis but my life.” Her family members, especially her sister, her also for healing.” In addition, she highlights the responsible mother, and her little niece were fundamental in her hea- and compassionate treatment she received. “I want to ling. Her biggest lesson: go back to the beginning, connect emphasize the importance of a good relationship between with nature, and think about herself. “Sometimes you put you as the patient and the healthcare staff because they help 74
( )CORPORATE to keep your hope alive,” she states. After overcoming her also helped me think about other things while I was doing treatment, Adriana continues to take preventative measures, my normal routine, and not concentrate on the cancer.” with adjustments related to nutrition, exercise, sleep hygie- ne, and leisure time. “The yoga and meditation classes I did She adds that her coworkers were like another family to helped me keep my mind open to learning. Doing activities her, always supportive and willing to give the best of them I enjoyed such as reading, cooking, sewing, watching to make her feel better. Paula is married, she has two chil- movies, and talking, were all essential in keeping my time dren and one granddaughter, who were her motor for during treatment bright.” Adriana explains that she is moti- moving forward. “Our relationships got even closer. The vated by an ethical life, and that this spiritual objective will day I had to shave my head, my loved ones also shaved their also have positive impacts on the physical. heads. My mom took care of me all the time, and she never gave up.” Even though it was a difficult journey, Paula tried WHAT REALLY MATTERS to keep positive thoughts. “You reaffirm your faith, you Paula Barona is a public accountant, a Coomeva Private become more spiritual, you hold on to your core. You rea- Healthcare user, and works as the National Head of lize how important you are to others and appreciate every Customer Service at Coomeva Private Healthcare. “With moment.” A year has passed since Paula finished her treat- my illness, I confirmed that Coomeva is the company I ment, and she starts every day by being thankful for her want to work for. I love it and I appreciate it for supporting existence, her family, her friends, her work, and for every me unconditionally at all times,” she says. During her pro- opportunity. In addition to changes in nutrition, such as cess she did not want to have time off, but rather wanted eating more fruit and vegetables and continuing her recom- to keep active, at her rhythm. “Going to work made me feel mended check-ups, her attitude was transformed by letting alive, it gave me motivation to say: I can get through this. It go, and she can now focus on the good things and not •worry about things that “aren’t worth it.” 75
( )CORPORATE institutional WORK ENVIRONMENTS THAT SUPPORT MENTAL HEALTH For employees’ wellbeing, strategies focused on knowledge and prevention are essential. ADVISOR that, as a result of daily situations in the FRIENDLY SANDRA YANIRA OCAMPO workplace, there are those who suffer ENVIRONMENTS National Manager Human Resources, Coomeva from stress, anxiety, and relational diffi- Private Healthcare Health Department culties. Therefore, it is important that Are created by: areas such as Human Resources and ► Valuing diversity. Everything related to an indivi- Health and Security at the workplace ► Having programs and policies that dual’s attitudes and emotions is a promote plans and actions to mitigate part of mental health, also known these risk factors. Among these strate- promote wellbeing. as behavioral health. Currently, there is gies is helping employees minimize and ► Educating personnel on issues rela- a great deal of focus on this area as self- avoid work-related stress, providing edu- care transcends physiological aspects. At cation related to competencies that faci- ted to mental health. an international level, for example, litate dealing with challenges, teamwork, ► Maintaining the trust and support of Mental Health Day (October 10) is cele- leadership, and adapting to change. Safe brated in order to highlight the efforts and enjoyable places where mental employees during their treatments, being made to contribute to education health is supported from recognition, when required. and increase knowledge regarding this prevention, and trust need to be promo- issue. According to the WHO, one in ted, as well as places where creativity, Source: Pan American Health every 5 people has some type of mental autonomy, and appreciation of work Organization (PAHO) health problem at work. It is common •done are encouraged. 76
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( )CORPORATE directory OUR MEDICAL NETWORK IN THE CARIBBEAN Learn about updates and news regarding our specialists in this region of the country. INFORMATION UPDATES office 529 VALLEDUPAR Phone numbers: 3602098 - 3687534 General surgery CARIBBEAN REGION Meira Rosa Carrillo García CARTAGENA Address: Calle 15 #14-33, office 406 BARRANQUILLA Speech therapy Phone numbers: 5837887 - 3137404130 Cardiology Laura Vanessa Vega Vélez Edelberto Roncallo Fandiño Address: Calle 20 #10-60, Cielo Mar Pediatric nephrology Address: Calle 70B #41-93, office 4 Phone numbers: 6431095 - 3007692906 Sandra García Jurado Phone number: 3683042 Address: Carrera 12 #14-30, barrio SANTA MARTA Loperena Plastic surgery Allergology and immunology Phone numbers: 5901373 - 3234406404 Samir Daniel Janne Hasbun Jorge Iván Rabal Ramos Address: Carrera 30 Corredor Address: Calle 22 #14-70, room 1, office 2 ADMISSIONS Universitario #1-850, Clínica Portoazul, Phone numbers: 4212599 - 4323046 office 301 BARRANQUILLA Phone numbers: 3148411 - 3187181231 Pediatric surgery Cardiology José María Romero Borbón Jannes José Buelvas Herazo Clinics, medical centers, and hospitals Address: Av. Ferrocarril #29-200, Address: Carrera 50 #80-216, office 111 Umpre Ltda. Edificio El Mayor, office 103 Phone numbers: 3852808 - 3852813, ext. 208 Address: Carrera 59 #70-120 Phone numbers: 4395184 - 3006041895 Phone numbers: 3602870 - 3048819 Clinics, medical centers, and hospitals Clinics, medical centers, and hospitals Centro Pediátrico del Norte S.A.S. Endocrinology Cardiología Pediátrica Integral y Address: Calle 85 #50-37, Torre Médica Ernesto Rebolledo Santoro Pediatría S.A.S. del Mar, office 809 Address: Calle 78 #57-215, office 402 Address: Av. Libertador #24-45, local 8 Phone numbers: 3016161 - 3128887433 Phone numbers: 3732804 - 3204764482 Phone numbers: 4363662 - 3052962621 Pathology Pediatric Infectology Orthopedics and traumatology Medipath S.A.S. Ezequiel Guijarro Daza César Arnulfo De La Hoz Ortiz Address: Carrera 49C #80-39, office 203 Address: Carrera 49C #80-125, office 601 Address: Calle 22 #14-70, office 10 Phone number: 3177992 Phone numbers: 3736592 - 3116609435 Phone number: 4316004 BOSCONIA Urology Urology Clinics, medical centers, and hospitals Javier Molina Torres Litoprado - Centro de Procedimientos Centro Integral de Atención Médica Address: Carrera 30 Corredor Urológicos Especializada IPS S.A.S. Universitario #1-850, Clínica Portoazul, Address: Calle 26B #5-54 Address: Calle 13 #18-22 Phone numbers: 4205772- 4344156 Phone numbers: 5768522 - 3162569095 80
( )CORPORATE directory Centro Médico Integral de la Mujer IN THE CARIBBEAN REGION WE HAVE A MEDICAL IPS S.A.S NETWORK IN THE FOLLOWING CITIES: Address: Calle 18 #16-27 Phone numbers: 5998099 - 3103263214 • Agustín Codazzi • Fundación • Sabanalarga • Albania • Hatonuevo • San Juan SINCELEJO • Barrancas • La Jagua Clinics, medical centers, and hospitals • Barranquilla del César Unidad Neumológica de la Costa S.A.S. • Becerril de Ibirico • Santa Marta Address: Carrera 24 #14-86 • Bosconia • La Loma • Sincelejo Phone numbers: 2765006 - 3188660571 • Cartagena • Magangué • Turbaco • Ciénaga • Maicao • Urumita VALLEDUPAR • Fonseca • Puerto Colombia • Valledupar Pediatric endocrinology • Riohacha • Villanueva Sigrid Blanco Bermúdez Address: Carrera 12 #14-36 Phone numbers: 5848864 – 5901373 (Remember that you have access to more than 827 health professionals and 328 health institu- tions in the Caribbean region. For more details about Coomeva Private Download our Coomeva MP app Healthcare’s Medical Directory, please visit: oficinavirtualmp.coome- va.com.co/DirectorioMovil-Web or scan the QR code below with your mobile device. 81
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