Live Events June 13 - June 17

12 Jun 2022

        

Monday, June 13: 

ISU WellBeing: Launch of the Summer Strolls for Well-being | Iowa State University Memorial Union Campanile Room | 12:15 pm - 12:45 pm   

NEW pause locations for Summer and three new themes - Reflection, Fulfillment and Freedom.  PLUS a four new Pick a Pause options located in Ames to explore!  If you are feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or simply need a break – mindful walking supports your well-being and work-life harmony. The Strolls for Well-being at ISU is a flexible walking program on campus, or you can simply pause where you are. Come and explore how the Strolls can fit in your schedule, whether you have 30 minutes or 5 minutes. Participants will leave this session with an overview of the Strolls and experience how this program can support their overall holistic health. Registration required, click here For more information about the Strolls for Well-being at ISU, visit the ISU WellBeing website

Tuesday, June 14:

ISU WellBeing: Mid-Morning Mindfulness  | 10:00 am - 10:15 am  

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 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. If you are not able to join us, access recordings of past sessions here

ISU WellBeing: Virtual Launch of the Summer Strolls for Well-being  | 12:15 pm - 12:45 pm  

NEW pause locations for Summer and three new themes - Reflection, Fulfillment and Freedom.  PLUS a four new Pick a Pause options located in Ames to explore! If you are feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or simply need a break – mindful walking supports your well-being and work-life harmony. The Strolls for Well-being at ISU is a flexible walking program on campus, or you can simply pause where you are. Come and explore how the Strolls can fit in your schedule, whether you have 30 minutes or 5 minutes. Participants will leave this session with an overview of the Strolls and experience how this program can support their overall holistic health. Registration required, click here For more information about the Strolls for Well-being at ISU, visit the ISU WellBeing website

Wednesday, June 15:

Employee & Family Resources Webinar: LBGTQ+ and Mental Health | 10:00 am - 10:30 am

To recognize and celebrate Pride Month, Employee & Family Resources is hosting a webinar on the relationship between sexual orientation, gender identity, and mental health. Learn about disparities in treatment for this marginalized group of individuals and how this impacts outcomes related to addressing mental health concerns in the LBGTQ+ community. In addition, leave with some easy to implement affirmation tools to support those who identify as LBGTQ+. To register, click here

Thursday, June 16:  

ISU WellBeing: Mid-Morning Mindfulness  | 10:00 am - 10:15 am  

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 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. If you are not able to join us, access recordings of past sessions here

Employee & Family Resources EAP Workshop: Food and Mood | 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Counting calories, fats, carbohydrates, and proteins are some of the most common ways to track eating habits and nutritional intake. But when was the last time you monitored your mood as it relates to what and how much you eat? Emotional eating is a common response to stress and fatigue, and it can lead to unhealthy eating habits, which can lead to chronic health conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, and heart disease. In this seminar you’ll reflect on current eating habits, learn ways to track mood and food, and identify the difference between hunger, boredom, and stress eating. Course Objectives: Learn the difference between mindful and mindless eating, identify food triggers as they relate to emotions, and learn the best foods to eat when stressed. To register, visit LEARN@ISU

 ISU Extension and Outreach Retirement Workshop: 4-H Extension Building Ames, IA | 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm (Part 2 will be held June 23 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm)

"Writing Your Retirement Paycheck" provides information and resources for people retiring within the next 10 years. Barb Wollan, Human Sciences extension specialist and workshop leader, will cover topics that include inflation, health care costs, Social Security, required minimum distributions, income tax and more. The usual fee for the workshop is $25 per person or couple, but ISU employees who register with their university email address can use the coupon code "ISUSTAFF" to cover the cost, thanks in part to a grant from the FINRA Investor Education Foundation through a partnership with United Way Worldwide. This is the last time the FINRA funding will be available for ISU employees. The April session was sold out, and the workshop is being offered again so it is available to those who were turned away. To register, click here or call 515-832-9597 with questions.

Friday, June 17:  

ISU WellBeing: Friday Walk and Talk  |  12:10 pm | Steps outside Beardshear Hall

Our Friday Walk & Talks have resumed! Meet us for a one mile walk around our picturesque ISU campus. Come walk and talk with friends, colleagues, or just come and enjoy the beauty of campus. Join ISU WorkLife and WellBeing and de-stress from the week. The Friday Walk and Talks are an excellent way to connect and network with others! For more information and resources for walking on campus, click here You can also check out our newest program, Strolls for Well-Being at ISU, for other ideas on combining walking and mindfulness.

Upcoming Events:

Tuesday June 21: Mindspring Mental Health Alliance Webinar: Understanding Personality Disorders  | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Personality describes everything about you, and personality disorders can be challenging to manage. In addition to dealing with the illness itself, people often struggle with the myths and stigma surrounding personality disorders. Explore the categories of personality disorders, their symptoms, causes, and treatment. Learn practical tips for managing symptoms and supporting others with a licensed therapist. To register, click here

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