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Monday, February 1:
- ISU WellBeing: NEW - Meditation 301: Beyond Mindfulness - Working with Difficult Emotions
In partnership with ISU Professor of Psychology and Zen monk Dr. Douglas Gentile, these sessions will focus on using meditation and contemplative techniques to work with anxiety and other difficult emotions. For more information and to register, go here.
Tuesday, February 2:
- ISU WellBeing Webinar: Mid-Morning Mindfulness - 10:00 - 10:15 am - there is a new Zoom link for 2021. Follow the link and register to join us.
There is no better way to stay focused and productive when all around you is a little chaotic than to practice mindfulness. Join your colleagues and the ISU WellBeing team, and special guests, every Tuesday and Thursday mornings for a simple 15-minute mindfulness experience. For more information go here.
- NAMI Webinar: Understanding Seasonal Affective Disorder - 12:00 - 1:00 pm
Do the winter months get you down more than you think they should? This one-hour session includes information on the signs and symptoms of seasonal affective disorder, how to identify when symptoms are worsening, treatment options and tips for supporting loved ones who are struggling. For more information and to register, go here.
Wednesday, February 3:
"We believe that uncertainty always comes before growth, that change is just another word for opportunity, and that the antidote to fear is inspiration. We believe in the indomitable spirit of a community united." These are the words that NAMI uses to describe the offering of a six-session speaker series featuring keynotes from some of the top inspirational speakers in the country. The first is Mary Kelly, PhD who will share the six stages of crisis response and strategies for shifting to a mindset of proactive creativity. For more information and to register, go here.
We want to connect with you! Every Wednesday join your WorkLife at ISU team, or special guest, in a conversation on work-life balance during these challenging times. Each week we will share information on staying well and connecting with other ISU employees both at work and at home. For more information about and to join the conversation, go here.
Thursday, February 4:
There is no better way to stay focused and productive when all around you is a little chaotic than to practice mindfulness. Join your colleagues and the ISU WellBeing team, and special guests, every Tuesday and Thursday mornings for a simple 15-minute mindfulness experience. For more information go here.
- NAMI Webinar: Understanding Mental Illness - 12:00 - 1:00 pm
An accessible guide to understanding the categories of mental health disorders, how prevalent they are, and what causes mental illness. Separate myths & facts and learn strategies to combat stigma and help others in this one-hour session.For more information and to register, go here.
Friday, February 5:
ISU WellBeing is committed to creating a walking community (even virtually) for ISU employees. To support this community, we are continuing with the Friday Walk and Talks, but just not as a large group on campus. Whether you are on campus or working remotely, having to maintain physical distancing can feel isolating at times. We want to support you in every way. Join us virtually by taking the time to get up, get out, and walk for your well-being! For more information go here.