Upcoming Wellness Events

Group Health Coaching

• For those required to complete health coaching, the first call must be completed by April 30, 2025.
• Quarter 1 Group Health Coaching Begins February 6, 2025, Register online via LinktoHealth
• Group Health Coaching is a option for those required to complete health coaching.
• Join health coaches Michael, Amanda, and Jessica and discover ways to work on wellness no matter what your day brings. You’ll get simple, quick steps you can take in a variety of wellness areas that can make a positive impact.
• You’ll receive brief, weekly videos with information about small changes that can make a big difference for your health and energy. Each week, participants will be given a mini-challenge to complete in the areas of Nutrition, Physical Activity, or Emotional Well-Being.
• Your mission will be to watch the video, track your efforts, and respond to a few weekly reflection questions about the challenge. The coaches will provide feedback and answer questions for participants weekly. This group series is limited to 30 people per offering.
• Attendance Requirement: Complete all six (6) challenges and submit all weekly documents during the series. A one-week accommodation can be arranged with make-up work for unexpected conflicts that prevent participation. Missing 2 or more weeks means you will need to start the group again in the next offering (2025 Offerings: February, May, September).
• 2025 Wellness Program Handout & Reminders

Sugar’s Influence on Your Health

• Date: February 18, 2025
• Time: 12:00 PM (30 minutes)
• Location: Committee Room at City Hall
• Register online via LinktoHealth

Increasing Mental Toughness

In this seminar, participants will reflect on the challenges of the past few years and explore how adversity can fuel personal growth. We’ll dive into what it means to be mentally tough, how to find the positive in negative situations, manage ambiguity, and react with agility to change. Finally, we’ll explore the concept of “grit,” as defined by Dr. Angela Duckworth—passion and sustained persistence toward long-term goals. This essential skill is crucial for personal and professional success in today’s fast-paced world. Join us to strengthen your resilience and cultivate the grit needed to thrive!

• Date: February 12, 2025
• Time: 1:30 PM (1 hour)
• Location: Virtual Webinar 
• Register online via Bronson HelpNet

Mental Health Exercises from our EAP Provider

When life feels overwhelming, taking a few minutes to reset can make a big difference. Here are some simple and effective decompression exercises from Bronson HelpNet to help you regain focus.

1.  Ground Yourself with Deep Breathing
   Step 1: Find a quiet spot. Sit comfortably or stand with your feet flat on the ground.
   Step 2: Inhale deeply through your nose for 4 seconds, filling your lungs.
   Step 3: Hold your breath for 4 seconds.
   Step 4: Exhale slowly through your mouth for 6–8 seconds, focusing on releasing tension.
   Step 5: Repeat this cycle 4–5 times, keeping your focus on your breath. 

2. Use the "5-4-3-2-1" Grounding Technique
   Step 1: Engage your senses to bring your attention to the present moment. 
   Step 2: Look around and name five things you can see.
   Step 3: Identify four things you can touch.
   Step 4: Notice three things you can hear.
   Step 5: Find two things you can smell (or imagine comforting scents). 
   Step 6: Acknowledge one thing you can taste (or focus on your breath if taste isn’t relevant).

3. Release Any Physical Tension
   Step 1: Sit or stand upright. Tighten your shoulders and clench your fists as hard as you can.
   Step 2: Hold this tension for 5 seconds.
   Step 3: Exhale and release all tension immediately, letting your shoulders drop.
   Step 4: Repeat 2–3 times, paying attention to the sense of relief as you relax.

4. Practice a Quick Mental Reset
   Step 1: Close your eyes and imagine a calm, happy place—such as a beach or forest.
   Step 2: Visualize yourself in that space, focusing on the sights, sounds, and smells.
   Step 3: Spend 1–2 minutes in this mental "escape," allowing yourself to feel at peace.