Monday, November 7:
No programming today
Tuesday, November 8:
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: I Don't Need Help: Supporting People Who Can't See Their Mental Illness | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Why do people sometimes reject help? Discuss the reasons why people refuse mental health care and how to respond & cope in this one-hour seminar with a licensed therapist. To register, click here
ISU WellBeing and CELT : Mindfulness...On The Run: Mindful Eating Virtual Workshop | 12:10 pm - 12:30 pm
Looking for ways to reduce stress, increase focus, and be more present in the moment? Mindfulness is a practice that can be easily incorporated in to your life and learning spaces. Using the Therapy Assistance Online (TAO) mental health app, available free to all members of the Iowa State University community, we will highlight various mindfulness practices to enhance your own mental health as well as that of students on campus. For more information and to register, click here
TIAA Webinar: Inside Money: Managing Income and Debt | 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Discover how to help make your money work harder by using your cash flow more effectively, developing good savings habits, and better managing debt. To register, click here
Wednesday November 9:
EAP Virtual Workshop: Self-Care 101 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Many people don't hesitate to help others, but when it comes time to help themselves, they think twice. Self-care is not selfish and it is important, yet many times it is a last priority. Learn how to put yourself first at least once a day to enhance all areas of your life and maximize well-being. Course objectives include: Learning how to perform a self-care self-check across the eight dimensions of wellness, how to identify areas of your life in need of attention, and how to make an action plan to help prioritize self-care. To register, visit LEARN@ISU
TIAA Webinar: Inside Money: The Power of Savings | 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
You’ll learn a number of strategies to better manage your money so you have the knowledge and confidence to pay your bills, save for a rainy day, and achieve any larger financial goals you’ve set for yourself. To register, click here
Thursday, November 10:
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
TIAA Webinar: Inside Money: Financial Housekeeping for Now and Later | 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Get insights into your current financial situation and learn some practical steps you can take to help position yourself for future success. To register, click here
Mindspring Mental Health Alliance Webinar: Mental Health & Mental Illness: What's The Difference? | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
This one-hour seminar provides an accessible guide to understanding what mental health is, the categories of mental illness, and how they’re treated. Separate myths & facts and learn strategies to combat stigma and support others. To register, click here
TIAA Webinar: Inside Money: Money at Work 2: Sharpening Investment Skills | 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Feel more secure in your savings strategy by verifying you’re on the right track. Learn how to plan your investments and hold on to as much of your nest egg as possible. To register, click here
Friday, November 11:
ISU WellBeing: Friday Walk and Talk | 12:10pm | Steps Outside Beardshear Hall
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, 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 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