In partnership with Employers Association of the Northeast (EANE), October 18-22 will be a week of opportunity for you to take a brief break from whatever work you are doing, whether at home or in the office, to experience ways to become more mindful, discover more energy, communicate better, and be more productive every day!
ENTER YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS for a chance to win a raffle prize package valued at $350
Join our Facebook Group and “LIKE” our events and throughout the week, and for every “like” and “comment,” you will receive an additional entry into a raffle drawing for the following prize package:
Raffle Prize Package | Value $350
- InBody Body Composition screening ($40 value)
- One-hour Holistic Health session (massage, acupuncture, nutrition consultation, sound therapy) ($85 value)
- $25 gift certificate to Fleet Feet
- MedSpa Facial
| Schedule Basics (but, oh so much more on Facebook!) |
Subject to change.
Monday, October 18
8:00am: Welcome & Morning Meditation (10-minute zoom)
Sharon O’Brien, Mandell JCC Community Wellness Director
Start your week off in a positive way with a guided meditation to ground you and set you up for an abundant week.
11:30am: Energy Boosting Foods (15-minute zoom)
Dr. Diana Zitserman, Naturopathic physician, licensed acupuncturist, nutritional consultant, wellness educator
Add some superfoods to give you more energy, reduce sleepiness, and sustain focus and clarity all day.
12:00-12:20pm: Lunchtime Boot Camp
Farrah Mead, Mandell JCC Fitness Director
Time to get away from your desk, get moving and give yourself that boost you need to make the afternoon more productive! Bodyweight only, no equipment needed!
Tuesday, October 19
11:30am: Complaint Cleanse (10-minute zoom)
Sharon O’Brien, Mandell JCC Community Wellness Director
What would happen if you cut the complaining for a week? Could it be contagious for others you work/live with?
12:00-12:20pm: Best Tips for Keeping your Remote Workforce Engaged (zoom)
6:00-7:00pm: Acupuncture for what Ails You (zoom)
Dr. Diana Zitserman, Naturopathic physician, licensed acupuncturist, nutritional consultant, wellness educator
Learn about how acupuncture works and how it can effect pain, inflammation, sleep issues, side effects of treatments and medications, and even COVID long-hauler symptoms.
Wednesday, October 20
9:30am: Discover Why Purpose Will Help You More Than Motivation
Amanda Aronson, Principal, Aronson Consulting, LLC
11:30am: Guided Meditation (20-minute zoom)
Sharon O’Brien, Mandell JCC Community Wellness Director
Experience a Deepka Chopra meditation to reduce, tension, manage stress, and feel more at peace.
12:00-12:20pm: Mid-day CORE
Farrah Mead, Mandell JCC Fitness Director
Take a break from sitting and do something good for yourself!! This is a core workout that you can do anywhere, no equipment needed! Be proactive in building a strong core to ward off low back strain from sitting at your desk all day!
2:00pm: Massage to Release Tension
Julie Olson, LMT, Massage therapist, energy practitioner, wellness educator
Try out some do-it-yourself massage techniques to work out the kinks during your day.
6:00pm: One Small Step – Making Habit Change (zoom)
Sharon O’Brien, Mandell JCC Community Wellness Director
Karen Boutin, Health and Life Coach
When you change a habit, you change the course of your life. Are you ready to shift those unwanted habits?
Thursday, October 21
10:00am: FLEET FEET Presents: Tips to finding the best sneaker for YOU!
11:30am: The Secret to Leveling Up Your Personal and Professional Life
Amanda Aronson, Principal, Aronson Consulting, LLC
12:00-12:20pm: Courageous Conversations – Balancing Empathy and Accountability (zoom)
2:00pm: Sound Therapy Meditation (zoom)
Terry Nicholas, RN, BSN, Sound & Energy practitioner
Experience the beauty and vibration of Tibetan singing bowls as you sink into a peaceful meditation.
Friday, October 22
12:00-12:20pm: Afternoon Yoga Break
Farrah Mead, Mandell JCC Fitness Director
Get active and more mobile after sitting for the past 4 hours. Through controlled movement, relaxed breathing and some strong energy, let this Yoga class revive you and get you excited for the weekend! Bring a mat to work today!! Bodyweight only.
ALL WEEK…
DAVE’S “PIE” WORKOUT
- Learn what “PIE” is all about? Video explaining PIE will air at the beginning of the Workplace Wellness Week
- Look for Dave’s PIE Workouts to be posted 3 times during the WWWeek for you to join in on at your best time!
- This is a great series to check out if you are struggling to find the time to work out. Find out why “PIE” may be just what you needed to get you feeling GREAT!
Healthy SIMPLE Lunch of the DAY!
- We can all use a little motivation, creativity and most importantly some great ideas for making a healthy lunch to take to work!
- Each afternoon a NEW recipe idea for lunch will be posted
- This is a great way to ensure your providing yourself with the best nutrition to ensure the rest of your work day keeps you at an optimal energy level!
Video’s Will be Posted
- Look for video on Stretching at your desk! If you find yourself sitting at your desk in the same position for hours, these stretches will help ensure you don’t get stuck there!
- Watch for posts to sleep better and how drumming is good for your health!