THE PIVOTAL POINT

Welcome to the January issue of The Pivotal Point!
At Pivot EAP, we believe wellness starts from within and extends into every part of life and work. Each issue will share practical tools and resources to help you and your team stay balanced, healthy, and thriving. We welcome your ideas—let us know topics you’d like us to explore in future issues.

1. Thinking about the week ahead, I feel:

A. Motivated
B. Neutral
C. Overwhelmed
D. Anxious or irritable

Tool: Break tasks into one-day goals. Pause for 3 slow breaths.

2. My sleep lately has been:

A. Restful
B. Inconsistent
C. Poor
D. Exhausting

Tool: Create a calming bedtime routine. Keep wake-up times consistent.

3. I notice physical tension (neck, shoulders, jaw):

A. Rarely
B. Sometimes
C. Often
D. Almost always

Tool: Stretch during breaks. Try progressive muscle relaxation.

4. I say yes even when I’m overwhelmed:

A. Rarely
B. Sometimes
C. Often
D. Almost always

Tool: Practice saying, “Let me get back to you.” Set one small boundary.

5. My mood has been:

A. Mostly positive
B. Up and down
C. Low or numb
D. On edge

Tool: Increase daylight exposure. Stay connected. Reach out for support if this lasts 2+ weeks.

6. When stressed, I usually:

A. Problem-solve
B. Shut down
C. Get frustrated
D. Feel anxious

Tool: Try grounding (name 5 things you see, 4 feel, 3 hear, 2 smell and 1 thing you taste).

7. I feel supported by others:

A. Very
B. Somewhat
C. Not much
D. Isolated

Tool: Check in with one trusted person or use EAP support.

8. I take time for myself without guilt:

A. Regularly
B. Occasionally
C. Rarely
D. Never

Tool: Schedule short breaks—rest is not selfish.

9. My biggest stress right now is:

A. Work
B. Finances
C. Relationships
D. Health
E. Emotional well-being

Tool: Focus on one area you can influence this week.

10. I reach out for help when I need it:

A. Easily
B. Sometimes
C. Rarely
D. Never

Tool: Asking for help early prevents burnout—EAP is confidential and available.

🌟 Results at a Glance

• Mostly A’s: You’re managing well—keep going

• Mostly B’s: You may be stretched—small changes help

• Mostly C’s/D’s: Extra support could be helpful

Pivot EAP is located in Jefferson, Lewis and St. Lawrence Counties.

Watertown & Lowville 315-788-4790

Ogdensburg 315-713-4861