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Monday, October 25:
ISU WellBeing: Meditation 301: Compassionate Action | 2:30 - 3:00 pm
The world is a dynamic and difficult place where it's easy to feel overwhelmed. How can we build the inner resources to work with others' distress as well as our own, so that we can be of benefit without getting burned out? We will focus on meditation techniques and teachings that can help us to build trust in ourselves and our ability to handle our experience. If you would like to receive an email with the registration link, email WorkLife and it will be sent to you.
Tuesday, October 26:
ISU WellBeing: Mid-Morning Mindfulness | 10:00 - 10:15 am
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, click here If you would like to receive an email with the registration link, email WorkLife and it will be sent to you.
Wednesday, October 27:
Mindspring Mental Health Alliance Webinar: Understanding Schizophrenia | 12:00 - 1:00 pm
Schizophrenia is a lifelong mental illness that changes how you think, feel & act. A combination of hallucinations, delusions, disordered thinking and behavior impairs functioning and can be disabling. An accessible guide to understanding causation, symptoms, co-occurring disorders and treatment options. Learn practical tips for managing symptoms and helping others with a licensed therapist. For more information and to register, click here
Thursday, October 28:
ISU WellBeing: Mid-Morning Mindfulness | 10:00 - 10:15 am
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, 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: 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, and treatment options are available. Learn practical tips for managing symptoms and supporting loved ones who are struggling with a licensed therapist. For more information and to register, click here
Friday, October 29:
ISU WellBeing - Friday Walk and Talk | 12:10 pm
Join us as we continue our Friday Walk & Talks this fall. We’ll meet on Fridays at 12:10 on the front steps of Beardshear 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. Whether you are in-person on campus or prefer to join us virtually, the Friday Walk and Talks are an excellent way to connect and network with others! To sign up and join us virtually, click here. Walks will continue every Friday through November 19, 2021. For more information and resources for walking on campus, click here
Upcoming Events:
Tuesday November 2, 9 and 16: ISU WellBeing-Introduction to Mindfulness Program | 12:00 - 1:00 pm
This program, which focuses on doable practices for enhancing well-being in everyday life, teaches participants what mindfulness is and provides opportunities to engage in simple formal and informal practices. Participants will: Learn and practice 3 mindfulness meditations: sitting, walking, body scanning, cultivate a practice of mindfulness that fits your life, and increase capacity for recovering from challenges through mindfulness practice. This program is being delivered by Rebecca Eldridge and Margaret Fletcher of East Coast Mindfulness, an organization that provides customized online trainings about mindfulness to organizations, businesses and individuals throughout the world. To register, click here. Please only register if you can attend all three sessions!
Wednesday November 3: ISU WellBeing Virtual Introduction to the Strolls for Well-being at ISU: Press Pause & take a break | 12:30 - 1:00 pm
If you are feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or simply need to step away from your workspace, the Strolls for Well-being at ISU were created to offer you various opportunities on central campus, or to pause wherever you are. Whether you have 30 minutes or 5 minutes, these materials have been designed to be flexible and fit into your schedule. Join us via Zoom for an introduction to the Strolls. Frequently asked questions will be addressed and the flexibility of this program will be experienced. Make the time to take a few deep breaths, notice the natural beauty around you, and simply 'be' for a few moments. To register, click here
Monday November 8: ISU WorkLife- EAP Workshop- Self-Care 101 | 11:00 am - Noon
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 in this virtual course. Course aims: Perform a self-care self-check across the eight dimensions of wellness, identify areas of your life in need of attention, and make an action plan to help prioritize self-care. To register, visit LEARN@ISU
Thursday November 11: ISU WellBeing In person Introduction to the Strolls for Well-being at ISU: Press Pause & take a break | 11:30 am - Noon
If you are feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or simply need to step away from your workspace, the Strolls for Well-being at ISU were created to offer you various opportunities on central campus, or to pause wherever you are. Whether you have 30 minutes or 5 minutes, these materials have been designed to be flexible and fit into your schedule. Join us in person for an introduction to the Strolls. Frequently asked questions will be addressed and the flexibility of this program will be experienced. Make the time to take a few deep breaths, notice the natural beauty around you, and simply 'be' for a few moments. Join us in Room 3512 of the ISU Memorial Union. Register ahead of time using your netid/password via the Learn@ISU website, email celt@iastate.edu, or call 515-294-5357