The holiday season is a time of joy, laughter, and togetherness. It's also a time of whirlwind activity and cheerful chaos! This makes it easy to forget about caring for ourselves. But just like this gingerbread family strolling hand-in-hand, you and your loved ones can embrace simple, meaningful habits that keep everyone healthy, happy, and thriving throughout the season. The Wellness Program is here to support you and your family during your Holiday Thrive Journey!
Mindful Mondays: The Forgiveness Series
Monday, December 8, 11:00 am - 11:30 am: Holiday Mental Health Checklist
Learn how to set realistic holiday expectations and recognize the main sources of your holiday stress as you develop a plan for a stress-free holiday.
Register for 12/8 Holiday Mental Health Checklist
Monday, December 15, 11:00 am - 11:30 am: Holiday Sleep and Your Heart
The holiday season is a time of joy and togetherness, but it can also bring late nights and disrupted routines that impact both your sleep schedule and your heart health. With planning and awareness, you can maintain good sleep habits to enjoy this time of year to the fullest and keep your heart happy!
Register for 12/15 Holiday Sleep and Your Heart
Tasty Tuesdays with Chef Sandra
Healthy U Wednesdays
Healthy Holidays Thursdays
Thursday, December 4, 11:00 am - 11:30 am: Chair Pilates
Holiday wellness is about supporting your body through a season that demands more from it than usual. Pilates enhances digestion, relaxes muscle tension due to stress, and provides a well-being boost just when it's needed. This class is a gift to your body!
Register for 12/4 Chair Pilates
Thursday, December 11, 11:00 am - 11:45 am: Healthy Holidays Tips
The holidays don’t have to derail your health. Moderation, movement, mindfulness, and smart planning keep you on track throughout the holidays!
Register for 12/11 Healthy Holiday Tips
Thursday, December 18, 11:00 am - 11:30 am: Chair Yoga
The holidays can feel like a priority juggling act, making it easy to put yourself last on your list. But neglecting self-care now can lead to burnout, leaving you too exhausted to enjoy the season. This class provides you with a moment to pause, breathe, and reconnect with yourself - just the mini-retreat you need!
Holiday Meditations
Friday, December 5, 11:00 am - 11:15 am: The Power of Acceptance
Developing your capacity to accept the reality of the present moment may help to reduce stress and increase inner peace - perfect timing for the holidays!
Register for 12/5 The Power of Acceptance
Friday, December 12, 11:00 am - 11:15 am: Dropping the Suitcase of Worries and Regrets
Drop your heavy suitcase of worries and regrets to allow yourself to rest and feel a peace that will carry you through the holidays and beyond.
Register for 12/12 Dropping the Suitcase of Worries and Regrets
Friday, December 19, 11:00 am - 11:15 am: Connection Reflection
Technology promises connection with others yet can actually distance you from genuine human interaction - collecting digital friends like trading cards misses the comfort of being fully present with another human being. Reflecting on your connections and how to nurture them beyond the screen can restore depth, warmth, and authenticity that no algorithm can replicate.
Register for 12/19 Connection Reflection
Tips for a Healthier You
Friday, December 5, 11:30 am - 11:45 am: Five Fundamentals of Financial Wellbeing
Finances can be more stressful during the holidays. Learn how to reduce this financial stress by practicing the five fundamentals of financial wellbeing.
Register for 12/5 Five Fundamentals of Financial Wellbeing
Friday, December 12, 11:30 am - 11:45 am: Cold Weather and Wintertime Safety
Brush up on ways to stay safe during the colder months as common weather challenges and wintertime health practices are discussed.
Register for 12/12 Cold Weather and Wintertime Safety
Friday, December 19, 11:30 am - 11:45 am: Healthier Ways for the Holidays
The holidays can be delightful but also can hinder your nutrition and fitness goals. Learn how to make healthier choices while enjoying holiday fun!