Summer brings many benefits-sunshine, warm weather and even a little less traffic coming into Boulder. It is also is a great time to take a break and focus on our own wellbeing. We care about your wellness and invite you to join us for the following workshops and seminars:
June
Adding Exercise to Your Stress Management Regimen
June 17, 12 to 1 p.m., UMC 247
Learn of the most recent research on exercise as an effective tool to manage stress, anxiety, and depression. Information will be presented by Denise Adelsen of CU-Boulder Recreation Center, Rodger Kram of the Department of Integrative Physiology, and Janeen Haller-Abernethy from the Faculty and Staff Assistance Program.
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Customer Service Seminar
June 18, 9 to 11 a.m., ARCE 346 (East Campus)
Can you quickly identify your customers and how to best serve them? Have you ever found yourself in a customer service nightmare? This interactive seminar provides practical skills for identifying customers and delivering great customer service.Ìý Come join us to learn how to deal with all customers, pleasant and challenging, and create a positive experience for all.
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July
Ready to Quit? Tobacco Cessation 101
July 8, ARCE 346 (East Campus)
This workshop will identify the most effective ways to quit tobacco and also help participants assess their readiness for change as they consider quitting tobacco. Cessation methodologies from the behavioral health and medical fields will be presented by Janeen Haller-Abernethy, LCSW, Counselor and Work-Life Program Coordinator, CU-Boulder Faculty and Staff Assistance Program.
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Keeping Your Kids Close in the Age of Technology
July 9, 12 to 1 p.m., UMC 247
Many parents find themselves questioning the prevalence and accessibility of technology. We’ll explore concerns about social media and other technology use with particular focus on long-term impact on the minds, bodies and relationships of our children.
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Stress Reduction Series
Wednesdays, July 8 through Aug. 12 (no meeting on Aug. 5), 12 to 1 p.m., UMC 425
Stress reduction strategies have been documented to decrease physical and psychological symptoms, increase relaxation, reduce pain, and also improve self-esteem, enthusiasm, and coping skills. Participants will acquire knowledge of mindfulness, meditation, visualization, guided imagery, cognitive restructuring, emotional health and regulation. Participants are encouraged to attend all sessions.
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Change Your Behavior, Change Your Weight
Thursdays, July 9 through Aug. 13 (no meeting on 8/6), 12 to 1 p.m., UMC 425
Explore behaviors causing or maintaining excess weight and obesity. Participants will learn why crash dieting and temporary weight changes don’t work. Topics include motivation and goal setting for long-term weight loss, journaling food intake, mindless and mindful eating, impulsive eating, body image, and adding activity to support healthy weight. Facilitated by Janeen Haller-Abernethy, Counselor and Work-Life Coordinator, Faculty and Staff Assistance Program.
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Communication Seminar
July 14, 9 to 11:30 a.m., ARCE 346 (East Campus)
This 2 hour communication seminar focuses on analyzing barriers that inhibit listening skills. Identify skills in speaking clearly, directly, and strategize solutions to communication challenges. If you're committed to enhancing this skill, then this seminar is designed for you!
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Coping with Change in the Workplace
July 21, 12 to 1 p.m., UMC 247
Organizational change can trigger anxiety, stress, and uncertainty. Gain a better understanding of the physical, emotional, and behavioral responses that are commonly experienced when change occurs. We will explore why coping with change is important and discuss positive stress management strategies to deal with change more effectively. Information will be presented by Olga M. Vera, PhD, Director, CU-Boulder Faculty and Staff Assistance Program.
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Women and Money: Unique Challenges and Considerations
July 30, 12 to 1 p.m., UMC 247
Lunch provided by Elevations Credit Union
Together, we'll take a look at some of the unique financial challenges faced by women and some of the steps women can take to manage their financial future. Information will be presented by Stephanie Leatherman, Financial Advisor, Elevations Credit Union.
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August
Emotional Intelligence
Aug. 4, 1 to 3:30 p.m., ARCE 346 (East Campus)
Emotional Intelligence (EI) is the ability to recognize and understand emotions in yourself and others, and your ability to use this awareness to manage your behavior and relationships. EI has been shown to increase job performance, productivity, and personal excellence. Come to this 2-hour seminar to explore this important ability and gain skills to improve your own emotional intelligence.
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Digging Deeper into Workplace Conflict: Collaborative Ombuds & FSAP Insight
Aug. 11, 12 to 1:30 p.m., UMC 247
Join us for a discussion of workplace conflict including strategies for self-reflection in order to reduce tension in the work setting. This discussion will be facilitated by mediators from the CU-Boulder Ombuds Office and counselors from the CU-Boulder Faculty and Staff Assistance Program.
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Growing Through GriefÌý
Aug. 20, 12 to 1 p.m., UMC 247
Grief may be experienced in response to physical losses, such as death or disaster, or in response to symbolic or social losses like divorce or job separation.Ìý Drawing from the latest research in mindfulness practice and neuroscience, this workshop will offer practices and information to help understand and integrate loss-related changes in our lives. Information presented by Paulette EricksonEngland, Staff Counselor, Faculty and Staff Assistance Program.
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Have Questions? Contact Human Resources at 303-492-6475 or hrmail@colorado.edu