November 2011 Employee Wellness Moments!

Physical Environment Have an indoor workout routine for changing weather conditions Check the smoke detectors in your home Map out your indoor walking paths for winter Check your snow removal supplies Review your medical tests and recommended immunizations Check your flashlights for fresh batteries Check your insurance open enrollment dates Refresh you roadside emergency kit Inspect your winter workout gear Check for combustibles near heating units Social Spiritual Invite someone new to share lunch or dinner Develop a plan to remain thankful year around Start planning your holiday social events Make your spiritual needs a priority in your life Reorganize and update your social contact list Discover your giving potential and make a plan to stay within your budget Write a thank you note to another department Take time to be thankful for your gifts and daily work Help another with one small task Research how your spiritual wellness impacts your overall optimal wellness Nutritional Occupational Plan ahead for unexpected detours concerning your diet this holiday season Winterize your workstation to avoid the winter blues Encourage a friend to be consistent with healthy eating patterns Examine a task to see if you can make it easier and safe Be kind to yourself when you splurge on holiday goodies Plan for your winter get-a-ways and retreats Plan a "get back on track" date for your diet As a team explore the latest information and technology in your field Try a new recipe for a favorite treat that is lower in calories Review your 2012 budget closely and give your staff time to make changes as needed Intellectual Emotional Research why exercise is good for the brain Reflect on your coping skills Research why adequate sleep is good for the brain Examine burnout issues concerning the dimension of wellness Research the best foods for the brain Know what motivates you and develop a plan to reach your goals and dreams Research why being social is healthy for the brain Examine fragile relationships and get help if needed Research why poor emotional wellness can impact your ability to learn Reflect on your behaviors and determine if they truly match your values and beliefs The employee wellness ideas listed above are low cost/no cost activities that you and your employees can mix or match with previously submitted wellness ideas. These ideas can be used to create wellness moments that focus on the eight dimensions of wellness to enhance your Vital Life Community!