Wellness

This 90-minute interactive workshop acknowledges the stress affecting students and instructors--particularly related to research courses--as we begin a new semester and provides effective course design practices that can aid in managing that stress. Unlike wellness workshops focused on the importance of mental and physical health aspects of stress, this workshop instead uses the lens of course

The Eat Healthy, Be Active community workshops are based on the Dietary Guidelines for Americans and the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans. Each of these six 1-hour workshops includes a lesson plan, learning objectives, talking points, hands-on activities, videos, and handouts. The workshops are used by community educators, health promoters, dietitians/nutritionists, cooperative extension

Self-determination theory (SDT) is an empirically based theory of motivation and psychological development that is especially focused on the basic psychological needs that promote high quality motivation and wellness, and how they are supported in social contexts. SDT details how the styles and strategies of motivators such as parents, teachers, coaches, managers, and health-care professionals can

In a very competitive workplace, demonstrating your ability to turn challenges into opportunities is an important to way stand out to hiring managers and to your existing management/leadership. In this course, you will learn how to utilize the knowledge and skills needed to leverage left- and right-brain thinking, analyze problems, spur creativity, and implement innovative ideas for your workplace

We are all facing different and difficult challenges as we confront the COVID-19 pandemic. In order to support you in this time of uncertainty, the University of Pennsylvania is sharing this free and unique version of Dr. Karen Reivich’s “Resilience Skills” course from the Specialization Foundations of Positive Psychology. Learn how to incorporate resilience interventions into your personal and

Never in the history of humanity have so many people been feeling intense anxiety related to COVID-19 and the world it will leave in its wake. The intent of this course is to give you a deeper understanding of the anxiety reaction as it relates to various aspects of our current life, ranging from our consumption of news to the way we talk to our children about this. I will also give you clear

The Stanford WELL for Life Study (WELL) is a unique longitudinal study that uses novel methods to define, assess, and promote the multiple dimensions of well-being in the U.S. and globally. Participation in WELL for Life grants access to personalized wellness content: feedback, resources, and informational content to improve your holistic well-being. WELL for Life will ask you to complete a 30–40

In this course you will engage in a series of challenges designed to increase your own happiness and build more productive habits. As preparation for these tasks, Professor Laurie Santos reveals misconceptions about happiness, annoying features of the mind that lead us to think the way we do, and the research that can help us change. You will ultimately be prepared to successfully incorporate a

Join Sharon Milgram, PhD, director of the NIH Office of Intramural Training and Education (OITE) in this webinar to talk about resilience, boundary setting, and expectations during times of stress and disruption. Looking for more? Check out the Office of Intramural Training and Education's wellness resource list developed in response to the COVID-19 outbreak. Additional resources include webinars

Join Kelly Donahue, PhD in this webinar to talk about stress and anxiety management, tailored to trainees. Topics covered include physiological impacts of stress, techniques to mitigate feeling of immediate and long-term stress, and reflection and meditation techniques. Looking for more? Check out the Office of Intramural Training and Education's wellness resource list developed in response to the

Join Annie Scheiner of the NIH Office of Intramural Training and Education (OITE) in this webinar to talk about unique issues that impact our ability to be productive in this time of COVID-19. In this workshop we will provide PIs, program leaders, and research group heads with insights and strategies for supporting themselves, their trainees, and their staff during this difficult time. Looking for

Join Michael Sheridan of the NIH Office of Intramural Training and Education (OITE) in this webinar to talk about tools for not only managing stress, but also supporting your own wellbeing during this difficult time. The presentation will cover the importance of recognizing your own stress signals, the difference between responding vs. reacting to stress, and the roles of mindfulness and self

Join Anne Kirchgessner of the NIH Office of Intramural Training and Education (OITE) in this webinar to talk about self-advocacy as a scientist: how to set boundaries, communicate expectations, and assert yourself in research groups. Looking for more? Check out the Office of Intramural Training and Education's wellness resource list developed in response to the COVID-19 outbreak. Additional

Join Laurie Chaikind McNulty of the NIH Office of Intramural Training and Education (OITE) in this webinar to talk about resilience in this time of stress and uncertainty. Topics covered include shifting and rebuilding routines, dealing with loneliness and distance from our support networks, balancing demands of family and work, news coverage overload, and handling uncertainty and worry about our