APS Employee Wellbeing

04/22/2026

According to CDC data, there are about 488 deaths every day from excessive alcohol use - that's about 20 people every hour. New Mexico trends higher than the national average on these statistics, and substance overuse/misuse is a significant contributing factor to our generational decline in health, harmony, and home.😔

If you recognize yourself or a loved one in this graphic, please reach out for help. APS offers free, confidential resources.
Check it out by visiting www.aps.edu/wellness

04/22/2026

Take a breather with this 5-minute break -
Proactively manage your stress with micro-movement, wellness buffers, or exercise snacks!

2 likes. "APS Brief Break!"

04/22/2026

Instead of restricting foods, try adding variety. Including new fruits, vegetables, or legumes supports gut and immune health.

04/21/2026

This week, our "Path to Fulfillment" focus activity is about recognizing the need for, and taking, real downtime. Not waiting for the weekend, but building practices during the week & nightly routines, to disconnect from work & digital media.

This is imperative for mental health, stress, anxiety, and overall well-being.
Part of the "attention economy" is deliberately designed to reel you in and manipulate emotions, causing stress, anger, frustration, and disrupting emotional regulation. When we're caught in this loop in the evening, it also affects sleep, perpetuating negative cycles of fatigue, stress, and even our food choices!

www.aps.edu/wellness

04/18/2026

Morning light exposure helps regulate your body clock and supports better sleep later that night. Even five to ten minutes outside first thing in the morning can help.

04/17/2026

Tendons adapt more slowly than muscles. Gradual increases in training load help prevent overuse injuries and support long-term progress. Get basic exercise therapy & guidance with Hinge Health! Visit www.aps.edu/wellness

04/17/2026

Happy Magical Morning Elixir Friday! ☕

04/17/2026

The most sustainable workout is the one you can and will DO & keep doing year after year. Choose movement that fits your lifestyle rather than chasing trends.

Do you feel limited by injury, chronic pain, strength, or mobility issues? APS offers a free PT and exercise therapy program - Hinge Health. Learn more & give it a try by visiting www.aps.edu/wellness under "wellness benefits per health plan."

04/16/2026

Pause and breathe 🤗

04/16/2026

⚽Get your tickets for this awesome educators' appreciation night on May 23. What a great opportunity to support our local teams, the APS Education Foundation, and connect!

04/16/2026

Large swings in blood sugar can affect mood and energy. Pair carbohydrates with protein or fat—like apple with nut butter—to support steady energy levels. For more nutrition guidance, check out your APS health coaching options. Visit www.aps.edu/wellness.

04/15/2026

Did you know that New Mexico consistently ranks among the worst states for drunk driving, with alcohol-involved crashes accounting for approximately 40% of all traffic fatalities. As of August 2025, over 225 people died in alcohol-related crashes that year, with Bernalillo County recording the highest instances.

💔The state's alcohol-related death rate is more than double the national average.
💥This is our year to build generational health and change generational patterns of alcohol misuse - It starts with us and reversing these trends!

➡️If you or a loved one is struggling with alcohol use, please reach out to APS Employee Wellness resources. Visit www.aps.edu/wellness and click "Mental Health Services."