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May 2022

Better Sleep Program

Learn the most effective cognitive / behavioural strategies that decrease insomnia . . . 

Morning Mindful Moment: A Space for Connection

Join this short mindful moment to kick start your Monday morning and your week. Join to sit back, relax and follow along to the guided script to start your day in a positive way. All levels of experience are welcome! This mindfulness exercise will be a guided activity focused on connection as we use the theme of empathy to influence our programming for Be Well, Be Safe week!   Register now! 

Get to know your campus Athletic Facilities

Looking to start a new fitness or wellness journey? Did you know that all staff/faculty on campus have access to a subsidized rate to use the on-campus facilities? Join us on a tour of what programming/services and equipment is available to our staff/faculty members and why the Athletic facilities might just be the best fit for you! Attendees of this tour will receive a free day pass for recreation in the Guelph Gryphons Athletics Centre, including access to the Fitness Centre and / or a fitness class, to use at their convenience!

Not Myself Today Orientation for All-Employees

Take the first step to building a greater awareness of the importance of mental health in the workplace, reducing stigma, and fostering a safe and supportive workplace culture by learning more about the Not Myself Today (NMT) Initiative. 

Not Myself Today Ambassador Orientation

Take the first step to building a greater awareness of the importance of mental health in the workplace, reducing stigma, and fostering a safe and supportive workplace culture by learning more about the Not Myself Today (NMT) Initiative. 

COVID-19: What's New with Dr. Andrew Papadopoulos

Join Dr. Andrew Papadopoulos for a brief talk on the current COVID-19 pandemic.  He will provide details about the state of current pandemic both locally and across Canada as well as review the latest science on prevention. The talk will provide some perspective about the potential path of the pandemic over the coming weeks and months. Dr. Andrew Papadopoulos will answer questions you have related to COVID-19.

Connectedness for our Mental Health

Through all the lockdowns during the COVID-19 pandemic, it has become evident how important connection is for us all as a core human need. Most of us know what empathy is and the importance it; however, it still is unappreciated as a powerful and delicate way to our being.  Join us for this 90-minute interactive workshop as we explore what it means to use an empathetic approach throughout our day to foster relationships and support the mental wellbeing of ourselves and those around us. 

Movie Night for Night Shift Staff

From May 2-6th , 2022 Wellness@Work provides programming in recognition of National Mental Health Week and North American Occupational Safety and Health Week. A movie night, specifically for night shift staff is planned for Friday May 6th, 2022 5am-7am in ROZ 103. Please take some time to register and rank your preferred movie choice for the event by completing the Qualtrics form!

Chair Yoga: Get Fit Where you Sit.

Event Details: Chair Yoga is the way to ​go when you are reluctant to get into the yoga clothes and get on the mat- challenge yourself with Chair yoga. 

Get to know your University of Guelph Campus!

Join us as we walk around the University of Guelph campus and learn a bit of history about the buildings while we get our daily walk in. This is a wonderful chance to learn more about the campus community. If you are a new employee who has been hired during the pandemic this is a great opportunity to learn where different campus departments work! Register now! Space is limited for this tour to 20 people, so please ensure if you register you intent to join us.   

Virtual Paint Class with Artist Patrick Hunter

Join us as we wrap up Be Well, Be Safe Week with a virtual paint class with acrylic paints! Space is limited to 20 participants so make sure to register if you are interested.

COVID Recovery: Relax & Restore

Re-energize body and mind...jumpstart your recovery from the drains of the COVID pandemic... As the worldwide pandemic continues, are you feeling more stressed?    Worried? Anxious? Tired? Running on empty? This NEW six-session program introduces a variety of research-based practices to help :

Anxiety: Skills & Strategies

This group program meets once a week for 3 weeks to develop and practice skills in decreasing the uncomfortable sensations of anxiety. A variety of long and short self-calming techniques are introduced, along with behaviours that can help prevent escalation of anxiety.  All techniques in this program have originated from research into strategies which decrease anxiety. They have been well studied and the most up-to-date information will be presented.