Monday, November 28:
Mindspring Mental Health Alliance Webinar: Talking to Kids about Mental Health | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Children are curious about their environment and the people around them. How do we answer their questions about mental health? Learn how to help children understand what mental illness is and is not, and how to answer their questions, in this one-hour seminar with a licensed therapist. Sponsored by Polk County Iowa's Behavioral Health & Disability Services agency. To register, click here
Tuesday, November 29:
ISU WellBeing: Mid-Morning Mindfulness | Programming Pause November 18 – November 30 - *Live sessions will resume December 1*
While live sessions are paused, you can access recordings of past sessions here
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.
Mindspring Mental Health Alliance Webinar: Stress: Signs, Symptoms, Management, and Prevention| 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
The term ‘stress’ is used loosely in our culture. What does it really mean and how vulnerable are you? Understand the biology of stress and explore realistic and practical ways to manage distress in this one-hour seminar with a licensed therapist. To register, click here
Wednesday November 30:
Mindspring Mental Health Alliance Webinar: Understanding PTSD | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Trauma impacts everyone differently, depending on the nature of the trauma, presence or lack of social supports, access to treatment, and coping strategies. This one-hour seminar provides an accessible guide to understanding what causes Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, its symptoms, co-occurring disorders, and treatment options. Learn practical tips for managing symptoms and helping others with a licensed therapist.To register, click here
Thursday, December 1:
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 virtually every Tuesday and Thursday morning 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
Mindspring Mental Health Alliance Webinar: Understanding Seasonal Affective Disorder | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Do the winter months get you down more than you think they should? Explore the signs and symptoms of seasonal affective disorder, when it’s time to see a doctor, and what treatment options are available. Learn practical tips for managing symptoms and supporting loved ones who are struggling with a licensed therapist. To register, click here
Friday, December 2:
No programming today
Upcoming Events
Tuesday December 6:
EAP Virtual Workshop: Gratitude: Key To A Good Attitude | 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Employing gratitude as a shift into a positive mindset is not new. Its definition: “Being thankful and showing appreciation” seems like a no brainer, right? But there’s more: scientific research is proving that gratitude is a game changer! Learn how an attitude of gratitude can strengthen relationships, improve physical and emotional health, and help you sleep. Course Objectives Include: Exploring the concept of expressing and experiencing gratitude, understanding the science behind how gratitude works to improve multiple areas of well-being, and recognizing that gratitude is merely a shift in consciousness that is immediately available to anyone. To register, visit LEARN@ISU