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COVID-19: Calming Your Mind in Challenging Times

The COVID-19 pandemic brings unique challenges: social isolation, worry over family and friends, concern for our own well-being, and changes to work and home routines. In the face of these challenges, it is even more important for us to practice self-care, including taking the time to relax and decompress. This session will explore personal stress triggers and review some practical, easy techniques to equip participants with the brief relaxation moments that are such an important tool for coping during these challenging times. Learning Objectives

Mindfulness & the 5 Pillars of Learning for Mental Health in the Workplace

As the world finds itself in the midst of a global pandemic and organizations and individuals across the world learn how to adjust to a new way of working and living, the importance of prioritizing mental health in the workplace has become ever more important.   Join MindWell Founder and Chief Training Officer, Dr. Geoff Soloway as he speaks with Jordan Friesen, M.O.T, National Director, Workplace Mental Health at the Canadian Mental Health Association for a webinar on mindfulness and workplace mental health. This webinar will cover:

Mood Routes Walk

The Wellness Education Centre is hosting virtual Mood Routes walks for students and employees. Online Location Instructions You must sign on to WebEx with your U of G single sign on. You can access this meeting through your browser and do not need to download any additional software. Password is haCxfFC8t25 (42293328 from phones and video systems)

Classical Yoga Class Every Tuesday & Thursday

Classical Yoga is a particularly effective and efficient system to not only stretch, tone and develop the muscles but stimulate robust health in all systems of the body.  Regular practice can relieve stress and anxiety and promote mental concentration.

GOAL 2.0 Master Class for Leaders- Performance Summary

Hosted by Learning and Development  GOAL 2.0 Master Class for Leaders Today’s Topic: The Performance Summary Quality Conversation: How to minimize defensive reactions and optimize positive outcomes that set the stage for the coming year GOAL 2.0 – the UofG’s performance success framework is based upon effective and evidence-based leadership practices. When put into practice on a regular basis, you can elevate your leadership effectiveness and enable your staff to perform well while supporting their well-being.

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