State Wellness webinars: June 2026

Happy Pride Month & National Employee Wellness Month!

The State Wellness Program aims to motivate, inspire, and educate employees through monthly wellness webinars (live and on-demand), healthy challenges, guided meditations, wellness coaching, and much more.

June is National Employee Wellness Month

In celebration of National Employee Wellness Month, the State's Employee Benefits Division (EBD) has put together a calendar of special events and webinars designed to support employees' well-being. Celebrate with their special events!

Thursday, June 11, 11:00 am - 11:30 am: Pave Your Path to Happiness
Discover the transformative powers that nature, social connection, and self-expression can have on lasting happiness and well-being with practical tips for integrating them into your life. Take charge of your well-being and start paving your path to a healthier, more fulfilling life!
Register for 6/11 Pave Your Path to Happiness

Tuesday, June 16, 11:00 am - 11:30 am: Occupational Wellness
Learn practical ways to promote motivation, maintain balance, and foster a healthy relationship with work.
Register for 6/16 Occupational Wellness

Thursday, June 18, 11:00 am - 11:30 am: Seated Laughing Yoga
Laughing Yoga is a fun, interactive wellness practice that combines intentional laughter exercises with deep breathing techniques inspired by yoga. Participants engage in guided laughter activities, playful movement, clapping, and breathing exercises that often lead to genuine laughter and connection - no yoga experience, flexibility, or sense of humor required!
Register for 6/18 Seated Laughing Yoga

Wednesday, June 24, 11:00 am - 11:30 am: Lowering Inflammation with Food
Discover the profound connection between diet and inflammation and gain insight into how your food consumption impacts your overall well-being. Through practical tips and food recommendations, including anti-inflammatory foods and spices, this health topic encourages mindful eating and lifestyle choices for long-term wellness.
Register for 6/24 Lowering Inflammation with Food

Thursday, June 25, 10:00 am - 10:30 am and 1:00 pm - 1:30 pm: State's Wellness Program Rewards and Resources
Discover how the State’s Wellness Program helps you save money and supports your health by offering $0 PCP copays, reduced specialist copays, reduced fitness memberships and no-cost wellness coaching, weight management programs, and more. Two sessions are being offered on the same day to accommodate varying schedules. Please register separately for your preferred session.
Register for 10:00 am Session | Register for 1:00 pm Session

Mindful Mondays: Wellness at Work Series

Monday, June 15, 11:00 am - 11:30 am: Staying Energized Through the Day

Say goodbye to the afternoon energy slump! Learn easy, effective ways to boost and maintain your energy throughout the day with better nutrition, movement, and hydration practices.

Monday, June 22, 11:00 am - 11:30 am: Boost Your Emotional Well-Being

Emotional well-being affects how you manage and respond to stress. Experts will provide practical information and simple strategies to support your emotional wellness and overall well-being.

Monday, June 29, 11:00 am - 11:30 am: Ease Your Mind with Mindfulness

Explore simple ways to incorporate mindfulness into everyday activities to help you feel more grounded, focused, and at ease.

Tasty Tuesdays with Chef Sandra

Tuesday, June 9, 11:00 am - 11:45 am: Chicken Milanese

Few dishes are as satisfying as a perfectly crisp Chicken Milanese. Uncover the secrets to creating a restaurant-worthy yet totally doable homemade version of this classic favorite. You’ll be ready to bring a little Italian-inspired comfort to your own kitchen.

Tuesday, June 23, 11:00 am - 11:45 am: Caesar Salad + Homemade Croutons

The iconic Caesar salad offers bold flavor and texture. Learn how to make a caesar dressing with a perfect balance of lemon, garlic, and optional anchovies. Toss it with fresh, crisp romaine and top it with homemade croutons to add a seasonal “from-scratch” element that fits June’s fresh-food focus.

Tuesday, June 30, 11:00 am - 11:45 am: Lemon and Raspberry Scones

Buttery, tender, and slightly sweet, lemon and raspberry scones bring in the flavors of bright citrus and berries, making them cheerful, light, and perfect for June gatherings, brunches, or outdoor dining.

Healthy U Wednesdays

Wednesday, June 10, 11:00 am - 11:30 am: Eat Your Rainbow!

Including a variety of colors in your meals significantly boosts your nutrition. Amy, a Registered Dietitian, will provide creative, fun, and delicious recipe ideas for your whole family.

Wednesday, June 17, 11:00 am - 11:30 am: Keep Dad Healthy and Strong

Celebrate the fathers and father figures in your life by learning practical ways to support long-term health and vitality. From preventive care and healthy habits to fitness, nutrition, stress management, and sleep, you’ll gain tips to help Dad thrive year-round.

Wednesday, June 24, 11:00 am - 11:30 am: Men's Health Latest Updates

Experts will share the biggest trends and updates shaping men’s health in 2026 such as a renewed focus on longevity, mental health, nutrition, and timely health screenings.

Thrive Thursdays

Thursday, June 25, 11:00 am - 11:30 am: Boost Your Brainpower

Discover simple daily habits and activities that keep your mind active, sharpen focus, boost memory, and support better brain health at every age.

Friday Guided Meditations

Friday, June 12, 11:00 am - 11:15 am: Gratitude Circle

Embrace feelings like joy, ease, and fulfillment as you embody gratitude and gladness.

Friday, June 26, 11:00 am - 11:15 am: The Virtual Healing Fountain

Visualizing a healing fountain may offer benefits like stress reduction, mental clarity, emotional healing, and physical relaxation.

Tips for a Healthier You

Friday, June 12, 11:30 am - 11:45 am: Men's Health

Explore simple steps everyone can take to better understand, support, and improve men’s health and wellness.

Friday, June 26, 11:30 am - 11:45 am: Alcohol Use and Misuse

For many, drinking alcohol in moderation is a part of life, but consuming too much may harm health. Learn how alcohol impacts the body and get tools to support a healthier relationship with it.

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