Monthly News and Updates from the Wellness Program
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Your Virtual Health and Connection
For most of us, our typical work patterns are all out of whack. In an effort to find out what will best support you in this "remote work" period, the Wellness Program is asking you to fill out
an anonymous survey
, by Monday, April 6.
We also want you to know about some great resources you have at your disposal.
On Wednesdays April 8 at 1 PM, log into a Zoom
Mindfulness
presentation from Jeremy Hunter, offered through Weatherhead Executive Education, called "The Storm Makes You Stronger."
Registration is open.
On Thursday, April 9 at 1 PM, the Wellness Program will present,
"How to Stay Sane When You are Working from Home."
a one hour presentation from Stella Grizont.
Please register in advance
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On Friday April 24th at Noon, we present
"Skills to Help You Weather the Storm"
a one hour webinar from Rowan Silverberg, PhD.
Please register in advance.
In addition, the Wellness Program is inviting you to share your ideas on staying connected on a weekly forum on Thursday afternoons on the
Wellness Facebook page.
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Let us know how we can help!
The Wellness Program would like to know what support you need during this unprecedented time.
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How to Stay Sane When You are Working from Home
Join this free webinar where you will learn:
- Easy, evidence-based practices to maintain positivity, stay resilient, and hopeful - even during very anxious and uncertain times.
- Three strategies to stay focused, organized and get into your flow.
- How to create healthy boundaries between your work and home life so you have some sense of balance and prevent burnout.
Thursday, April 9th at 1 PM via Zoom
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Skills to Help you Weather the Storm
In this webinar, you'll learn about mind-body skills, supported by current evidence based research, that can help you navigate life challenges more effectively.
By developing the ability to direct your energy and attention in effective ways, you'll feel empowered and more well-equipped to chart your course and ride out that storm with wisdom and compassion for yourself and others.
Friday, April 24 at Noon via Zoom
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Better Connect and Communicate at Work and Home
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Heidi Weiker is back with her popular series, Building Connection and Communication in the Midst of Stress, this month. During the 8-week series, participants will learn and practice how to respond instead of react, use diplomacy and respect and more. Improve relationships at work and at home by participating.
Building Connection and Communication
Tuesdays at 12:30
April 14 through June 2
All sessions offered via ZOOM
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Attestation Forms are OPEN in HCM
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Every year on April 1, the Wellness Program opens the Program Incentive Attestation Forms in HCM. Those who have completed 85% of the classes in any of our program areas like stress management, nutrition, and financial wellness are welcome to attest starting today.
This year HCM looks a little different!
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Short on Workout Time? Try Rapid Workout
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No need to skip your workout even when you are busy or stuck at home. Rapid Workout offers a full body, cardio and strength workout in under 40 minutes. Learn to build routines you can do on your own or with friends with minimal equipment (resistance band and paper plates). This class is not for those new to exercise. It is short, but challenging.
Rapid Workout
Thursdays at 5:15 PM
April 9 through May 14
All classes offered VIA Zoom
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It's a Great Time for Deskside Learning
SelfHelpWorks is a suite of seven interactive lifestyle change programs, some of which qualify for the Wellness Program Incentive. Over the course of weeks, these self-paced programs use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques to help participants take control of unhealthy behaviors. Learn more on the
SHW page of the Wellness Website.
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Love to Read? Summer Books@Work Sessions are Starting in May
One of our most popular programs, Books@Work, is back for a 12 week summer session. These professor led discussions build confidence and community as you connect with new friends from all over campus. See why 100% of those who participated in 2019 would do it again!
Books@Work
Wednesdays at Noon
Thwing Center Room 224 (some sessions may be offered via Zoom)
May 20 through August 16 (no meetings on June 17 or July 22)
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Financial Wellness during the Covid-19 Crisis
Financial wellness strategies are as important now as ever. Until things return to “normal”, you may be questioning what to do, and what to think, about your personal finances. As always, individual strategies should be tailored to individual situations. However, the general information listed below might be helpful. For specific advice, consult your financial adviser or trusted websites like
clark.com
More is information on the
Wellness website.
Learn more
about financial well-being priorities and find answers to your biggest finance questions by
reviewing this article
by Karen Braun, PhD, CPA, Weatherhead professor and Financial Wellness instructor.
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Share Your Passion for Health and Well-being
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Now is a great time to connect with others on campus and become a Wellness Champion. Our Champs weigh in on a variety of classes and programs that are offered, captain teams for fitness and other competitions, help out at events like Party on the Quad and the Benefits fair and act as department contacts for the campus Wellness Program.
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How to Work When Working from Home
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A very large portion of CWRU faculty and staff are based in our homes for the rest of the semester. Here is a
great short video
to help you get to work when you are at home!
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CWRU Wellness
216-368-5997
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