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Employee Resources Archive

Be Well at Work Presents Mindful Moments

Wednesday Wellness at 1 pm and Friday Fun at 4 pm, 15 min. ZOOM LINK Presented by Julia Anable, PhD, Be Well At Work – Employee Assistance Join Be Well at Work – Employee Assistance every Wednesday and Friday, through June 26th, for guided mindfulness meditations! These 15-minute meditations will be restorative and relaxing, offering […]

IDEA Brown Bag: Fostering Psychological Safety during Times of Crisis – May 14, 2020

The Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Office leads a series of IDEA Brown Bag sessions for supervisors, managers & staff. This month’s topic: Fostering Psychological Safety during Times of Crisis Date: Thursday, May 14 Time: 12 noon – 1 pm Join us for a discussion and tour of our available resources: LinkedIn Learning videos, discussion guides, […]

Living More Consciously, Compassionately – May 6, 2020

Date: Wednesday, May 6 Time: 12:10 pm Enroll Here During this remarkable time of global and individual transformation, we are all being given the opportunity to learn to care for ourselves and those we love more deeply, to realize the preciousness of life. The process of becoming fully present and loving towards ourselves and others […]

Lab Crisis Care Program Extended to May 15

Bright Horizons’ Crisis Care Program has been extended through May 15. During this time, those unable to secure care via the Bright Horizons network can secure their own care (i.e. friend, neighbor) and get reimbursed $100 per day. Bright Horizons registration is required to activate the program.

Children on the Autism Spectrum: Supporting Their Needs During Covid-19 – May 5, 2020

Join Be Well at Work Work/Life and Autism Spectrum Therapies as they share strategies based on applied behavioral analysis, and answer your questions regarding helping you and your family adjust during COVID-19 restrictions. Families with children of all abilities are welcomed to attend. Date: Tuesday, May 5 (add to your calendar) Time: 12 – 1 […]

Navigating the Emotional Aspects of Change – April 27, 2020

Navigating logistical changes and transitions can be often challenging. However, navigating the human and emotional aspects of change and transition can sometimes feel overwhelming. As we continue to adjust to the COVID-19 pandemic and the resultant ongoing uncertainty, it is important to understand the emotional side of change and how it influences our actions. Please […]

Need Homework Help? Lab Co-Workers to the Rescue

If you have a middle or high school student looking for personalized help with math, science, English, or history homework, sign up at the Lab’s K-12 site for an hour-long session of homework help over Zoom. Sign-ups start Friday, April 24. REGISTRATION and more information on the Berkeley Lab K-12 site. Berkeley Lab staff are […]

Meditation Monday & Friday via Zoom

The LBNL Mindfulness Meditation Group will be offering two Zoom-based meditations per week throughout the shelter-in-place. With our minds left wandering and sometimes worrying during this stressful time, let’s turn some of that boredom into exploration. Mondays & Fridays: LBNL Mindfulness Meditation Group  – 1 hour Mondays: 12 – 1 pm Fridays: 11 am – […]

Brown Bag: Remote Meeting Best Practices – April 28, 2020

As Berkeley Lab employees continue to shelter in place, and most of our colleagues are working from home, it’s an excellent time to think about how we can run effective and accessible meetings for everyone on your team. Join the All Access Employee Resource Group for a presentation on best practices for making your Zoom/remote […]

Select Appropriate Zoom Backgrounds

Changing Zoom backgrounds is one way to build community by sharing your interests, but be aware that not all images are appropriate in a work setting. Do not choose violent or other potentially offensive content to ensure everyone remains psychologically safe. Check out these LBL Zoom backgrounds that are available to download.