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Monday, February 7:
No programming today
Tuesday, February 8:
ISU WellBeing: Mid-Morning Mindfulness | 10:00 am - 10:15 am *Note this is a new zoom link for Spring 2022*
There is no better way to stay focused and productive when things around you are 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, click here if you would like to receive an email with the registration link, email WorkLife and it will be sent to you.
Mindspring Mental Health Alliance Webinar: Understanding Schizoaffective Disorder | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Schizoaffective disorder is a complicated illness that is often confused with other disorders. Explore the diagnostic criteria, signs, and symptoms that differentiate schizoaffective disorder from other illnesses. This one-hour seminar includes information on causation, risk factors, treatment options, and ways to cope if you or a loved one have been diagnosed. For more information and to register, click here
Wednesday, February 9:
Mindspring Mental Health Alliance Webinar: Understanding Borderline Personality Disorder | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Of the major mental illnesses, borderline personality disorder is among the most stigmatized. Separate myths and facts and explore the signs and symptoms, causes, and treatment of this often-misunderstood diagnosis. Learn practical tips to manage symptoms and support loved ones with a licensed therapist. For more information and to register, click here
Thursday, February 10:
ISU WellBeing: Mid-Morning Mindfulness | 10:00 am - 10:15 am *Note this is a new zoom link for Spring 2022*
There is no better way to stay focused and productive when things around you are 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, click here if you would like to receive an email with the registration link, email WorkLife and it will be sent to you.
Employee & Family Resources EAP Webinar: Emotional Rescue: Identifying, Understanding, and Navigating Negative Emotions | 10:00 am - 10:30 am
Navigating big emotions is tough, especially when the emotions are negative. Hear from Lars Peterson on how to identify, understand, and navigate big emotions using the RAIN mindfulness technique. We will also explore primary versus secondary emotions, as well as the importance of staying grounded during challenging times. To register, click here
Mindspring Mental Health Alliance Webinar: Creating a Low-Stress Environment & Minimizing Crises | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Families are susceptible to strain from a number of sources including work and school obligations, illness, finances, interpersonal conflict, and more. Learn strategies to create and maintain a low-stress environment, how to identify & respond to ‘red flags’, and tips for communicating in times of crisis with a licensed therapist. For more information and to register, click here
Friday, February 11:
ISU WellBeing: Adventure2 Webinar Series: Focus on You in 2022- Activities to Support You in 2022 | 11:00 am - 11:30 am
There has never been a better time to commit to taking care of you than in 2022! The Adventure2 program is a great tool designed to support you throughout the year. Adventure2 supports whole person well-being and drives engagement in your work and personal life. This week, we’ll cover how to find activities, what’s recommended and why, what My Choice means, how to earn points after you cap My Choice, what Flash Challenges are, and more. We’ll even show where you can join activities that aren’t point focused but peak your interest and support your journey! Join us for this series now through March 11th with a new topic each week. To register, click here
ISU WellBeing: Friday Walk and Talk | *Live sessions have ended until early Spring 2022*
While our Walk and Talks have "officially" ended until Spring 2022, we still encourage everyone to get out and walk as weather permits! For more information and resources for walking on campus, click here. As we know, winter weather in Iowa can be unpredictable so if we have an unseasonably warm day and anyone feels like a group walk, send out a Campus Connection note in Adventure2 and see if your colleagues are up for an impromptu walk around campus! You can also check out our newest program, Strolls for Well-Being at ISU, for other ideas on combining walking and mindfulness.
Upcoming Events:
Wednesday March 2: Iowa State University Extension & Outreach Financial Literacy Webinar: Mission Possible: Saving | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Saving, whether for short-term needs or long-term goals, can feel like a challenge, but there are strategies to help you succeed. You will leave this session with clearer motivation, realistic goals, and a plan to move forward. Some ideas will not be new to you, but you will put them into a new savings plan to help you make real progress. For more information and to register, click here