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Tuesday, November 3:
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 of Greater Des Moines Webinar: Understanding Anxiety - 12:00 - 1:00 pm
Occasional anxiety is an expected part of life. But anxiety disorders involve more than temporary worry. An accessible guide to understanding what causes anxiety disorders and the types of anxiety, it’s symptoms, common misconceptions and how relationships are impacted. Includes a discussion of co-occurring disorders, treatment options, and practical tips for managing symptoms and helping others.
For more information and to register, go here.
Wednesday, November 4:
We want to connect with you! Every Wednesday join your ISU WellBeing team, or special guest, in a conversation on well-being 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.
Topic: Support and resources for aging adults and those who care for them
Speaker: Kay Vanges, Director of LifeLong Links, Aging Resources of Central Iowa
Thursday, November 5:
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.
Guest leader: Douglas Gentile, ISU Professor of Psychology, Meditation Teacher and Zen Monk
- NAMI of Greater Des Moines 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.
Friday, Friday, November 6:
- ISU WorkLife Webinar: Planning for the Holidays Amidst All of the Uncertainty - 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Join us for a 45-minute interactive session around planning for the holidays. 2020 has brought challenges that some of us never imagined. Let’s get together, share our thoughts and feelings connected with the uncertainty, chaos and struggles that we’re all likely feeling. Together we will learn tips and tricks to manage our annual holiday stress in a year where stress seems to be the norm. Presented by Megan Wych, EFR Clinical Manager. For more information and to register, go here.
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!
This fall (September 4- November 20) we are continuing to encourage you to take a break from the work you are doing and go on a one-mile walk with us every Friday. There are lots of ways to connect during this time and we have listed a few below for you to try:
- Join the ISU WellBeing team via Webex every Friday at 12:10 pm!
- Call a colleague, family member, or friend and talk on the phone while you walk
- Encourage those in your place of residence to walk with you – kids, spouse, etc.
- Take your pet on a walk – good for you, good for them.