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Tuesday, December 1:
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: Setting Limits & Boundaries with Family Members - 12:00 - 1:00 pm
Maintaining a balance between taking care of loved ones and setting boundaries can be challenging. Learn how to express your own needs without guilt, strike a healthy balance between caregiving and self-care, and tips for negotiating compromises in this one-hour session. For more information and to register, go here.
Wednesday, December 2:
EAP Webinar: Healthier Holidays: Sustainable Healthy Habits with Kevin Peterson - 10:00 - 11:00 am
Learn how resilience, honesty, compassion, and progressive steps to action are the key factors in setting successful health and wellness goals. For more information and to register, go here.
ISU WellBeing Webinar: Well-being Wednesday Conversation – 2:30 - 3:00 pm
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: Holiday Gatherings: How to stay connected, engaged and safe
Speaker: Sue Tew-Warming, WellBeing Specialist, ISU WellBeing
Thursday, December 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.
EAP Workshop: Mindfulness Matters - 10:00-11:00 AM
Whether it's managing stress, eating healthier, or managing time, mindfulness is the first step in approaching a healthier lifestyle. Mindfulness is free, can be done anywhere and at any time, yet many people run on auto pilot and neglect to be mindful. In this introductory workshop, participants will learn the basic concepts of mindfulness, explore how mindfulness can lead to a healthier lifestyle, and experience a variety of mindfulness practices. For more information and to register go to Learn@ISU.
- NAMI of Greater Des Moines 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, December 4:
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.