Be Well at Work: The Emotional Aspects of Caregiving – January 26, 2021
“Caregiving is a temporary stage in a relationship which will take you to a level of compassion that you have never before experienced…” Beth Witrogen McLeod. Caring for or concern for an elder creates a multitude of emotional responses, including anxiety, frustration, and guilt. It also can provide an opportunity for new self- awareness and […]
Be Well at Work: Habits: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly – January 25, 2021
Brought to you by our friends at UC Berkeley’s Be Well at Work program: For most of us, the pandemic, sheltering in place, and the struggle for racial justice have upended our daily lives. We’ve been forced to adapt, and adapt quickly, to radical change and uncertainty. In the face of so much upheaval, our […]
Holiday Groove Lounge – December 17, 2020
The Groove Lounge with DJ Miles Green An eclectic blend of groovy tunes from around the globe. Date: Thursday, December 17 (add it to your calendar) Time: 5:00 – 6:00pm Zoom: streaming.lbl.gov In case you missed it, click here for past recordings: https://streaming.lbl.gov/video-library/2020 Lounge Rules: – Open to Berkeley Lab employees (Sign in with Google) […]
Greater Good Science Center: Practices of the Month
The Greater Good Science Center at UC Berkeley studies the psychology, sociology, and neuroscience of well-being and teaches skills that foster a thriving, resilient, and compassionate society. Research is clear: Happiness, resilience, connection, and kindness are skills that can be taught and developed over time—with practice. That’s why UC Berkeley’s Greater Good Science Center, in collaboration […]
Winter Wellness Resources and Challenge
Winter weather and continued distance can make this time of year difficult. Take advantage of the wellness resources offered by the Lab by participating in the Winter Wellness Challenge. A tip sheet and Zoom background options are also available.
Share Your Favorite Celebration Recipe
Eating together is an integral part of any celebration. While we may not be able to share food in person this year, we can share the recipes that resonate with us. Be it Christmas, Kwanzaa, Diwali, or Tuesday Game Night, let us know what celebration dishes you like to create at this time of year. […]
Wellness & Well-being Resources Brown Bag – December 10
It’s winter, it’s the holidays and there’s still a pandemic going on. Now more than ever it’s a good time to think about your mental, emotional and physical health. Maybe all three need a boost or perhaps you just need to remember to get up off the couch occasionally! Either way, the IDEA Office, Health […]
December Wellness Webinar: Mindfulness for Health and Happiness During the Holidays – December 16
Mindfulness for Health & Happiness During the Holidays Mindfulness can be a peaceful way to help you maintain a moment-by-moment awareness of your thoughts, feelings, bodily sensations, and surrounding environment. To help reveal the health-enhancing elements of this simple yet powerful practice, Health Net is offering a telephone/webinar-based class titled, Mindfulness for Health & Happiness During […]
Be Well at Work: Virtual Program Recordings
Recorded Virtual Workshops & Programs Did you miss a virtual class or maybe you had so much fun you want to take it again? Recordings from our Be Well at Work – Wellness program are now available! Our friends at UC Berkeley’s Be Well at Work program now offer recordings of all of their past […]
Wellness Resources Overview Slides
Over the last 8 months, the IDEA Office, the Environmental Health & Safety Office and Strategic Communications has created and gathered a wide range of wellness resources on everything from emotional health, mental and physical fitness and caring for others to holiday tips for 2020. All of these resources can be found on the Lab’s […]
