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October Wellness webinars

October is Women's health month!

Please see below some October Wellness webinars provided by the State Employee Benefits Division. Register now to secure your spot!

While this month's focus is Women's Health, there are plenty of opportunities to get the whole family involved in their wellness this month. Remember, you and your covered family members can get no-cost flu shots at any network pharmacy using your CVS prescription card. 


Celebrate October with Walktober! 

Friends and family can join! Whether you go it solo or form a team with work friends and family members, you'll get lots of Walktober social features and support for extra fun and motivation as you learn about Fall around the world. While experiencing Fall abroad, be sure to plan a  Favorite Fall Events in Maryland and experience Maryland's best Fall locations where the colors are breathtaking!


View this short video to learn more and register today at https://mymd.walktober.com/.
Registration is open now through Monday, 10/7!



Mindful Mondays: 


Monday,  10/7, 11:00 am - 11:30 am: The Magic of Being Active for Good Mental Health
Regular physical activity is good for your heart, muscles, bones and your mental health! You don't have to be a fitness guru to reap the benefits - join this webinar to learn the right dose of physical activity to make this magic happen!
Register for 10/7 The Magic of Being Active for Good Mental Health


Tuesdays: Wellness From the Kitchen with Chef Sandra Lewis:


Tuesday, 10/8, 11:00 am - 11:45 pm: Butternut Squash Soup
This soup, made with 100% veggies, is completely gluten and dairy free. When garnished with roasted peanuts and cilantro, it's perfect for cozy dinners or impressing guests with a comforting bowl.
Register for 10/8 Butternut Squash Soup


Healthy U Wednesdays:


Wednesday, 10/9, 11:00 am - 11:45 am: Lifestyle Habits to Reduce Breast Cancer Risks
Learn the updated facts on breast cancer and risk factors. Preventive lifestyle habits to reduce breast cancer risks will be shared.
Register for 10/9 Lifestyle Habits to Reduce Breast Cancer Risks


Wednesday, 10/16, 11:00 am - 11:45 am: Women's Emotional Health
Women will learn about anger management, how to boost happiness, ways to reduce stress and heal with humor.
Register for 10/16 Women's Emotional Health


Thursday Health Focus: The Healthy Weight Series!

Thursday, 10/10, 11:00 am - 11:45 am: Making Changes Toward a Healthier Lifestyle
This live webinar is the first of four in the Healthy Weight Series. In this session, you will review your current lifestyle habits in order to identify a realistic and manageable starting point toward a healthier lifestyle.
Register for 10/10 Making Changes Toward a Healthier Lifestyle
 
Thursday, 10/17, 11:00 am - 11:45 am: Building Healthy Eating Habits
With a focus on healthy eating, you will compare and contrast your current eating habits to develop a healthy eating plan that works for your food preferences.
Register for 10/17 Building Healthier Eating Habits

Unwind Time Fridays:


Friday, 10/4, 11:00 am - 11:15 am: Letting Go and Moving Forward

While the concept of letting go and moving forward seems easy, it can be very difficult. This 15-minute guided meditation will help you, in the immortal words of Taylor Swift, "shake it off" and move forward! 
Register for 10/4 Letting Go and Moving Forward

  

Friday, 10/11, 11:00 am - 11:15 am: Letting Go of Resentment 
Resentment can be a powerful feeling of taking control. But resentment also fuels anger, fear, stress, and anxiety. Letting go of resentment frees you up to move into a place of acceptance, forgiveness, and peace. Experience releasing resentments in this 15-minute guided meditation.
Register for 10/11 Letting Go of Resentment


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