State Wellness webinars: January 2026 part 1

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 08:55:13 -0500
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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.

Welcome to your 2026 Thrive journey! Throughout 2026, the Wellness Program will support you with inspiring webinars, fun challenges, and practical resources so you can stay informed, engaged, and thriving. You can jumpstart 2026 with their new challenge:

Start your year with energy, fun, and a chance for a (virtual) fortune! Watch this video to learn more.

Join Feel Like a Million and get daily, easy-to-do activities designed to boost your energy and mood. Each activity brings you closer to a virtual million dollar prize - and bragging rights as a (virtual) millionaire! Hit the million mark and you'll be entered to win real $25 gift cards in our raffle drawings! It’s a fun, motivating way to launch into the new year with healthy fun and positivity! Register here

Mindful Mondays: Happy Habits Series

Monday, January 12, 11:00 am - 11:30 am: Happy Habits

This is the perfect time to establish healthy habits for the new year. Set realistic goals with small actionable changes to prioritize your self-care.

Register for 1/12 Happy Habits

State MetLife

Tuesday, January 6, 11:00 am - 11:45 am: Improving Your Mental and Financial Wellness

Making smart financial choices can get tricky when life gets stressful. Dive into how mental and financial wellbeing are connected and learn simple ways to ease money worries like setting a budget, building a safety net, and making the most of employee perks. You’ll also get real-time insights into today’s economy so you can feel more confident and ready for whatever comes next.

Register for 1/6 Improving Your Mental and Financial Wellness

Tasty Tuesdays with Chef Sandra

Tuesday, January 13, 11:00 am - 11:45 am: Seattle Clam Chowder

Stir up a bowl of soul-warming Seattle-style clam chowder that's flavorful and smooth! Using canned clams for convenience, you'll saute, simmer, and season your way to a chowder that's easy to make and perfect for a chilly weeknight.

Register for 1/13 Seattle Clam Chowder

Healthy U Wednesdays

Wednesday, January 7, 11:00 am - 11:30 am: Setting Resolutions with Intentions

Learn how intentions will motivate you to successfully incorporate simple daily actions to help you meet your goals.

Register for 1/7 Setting Resolutions with Intentions

Wednesday, January 14, 11:00 am - 11:30 am: Get Stuff Done!

Whether you work from home, in the office, or both, staying on top of your daily to-do lists can be challenging. Get advice on how to get stuff done!

Register for 1/14 Get Stuff Done

Thrive Thursdays

Thursday, January 15, 11:00 am - 11:30 am: Preventive Care Guidelines

Staying on top of preventive care is one of the most powerful steps you can take to protect your health and well-being. In this session, an expert will provide preventive care guidelines, explain which screenings are recommended and when, and help you understand how early detection can make a meaningful difference.

Register for 1/15 Preventive Care Guidelines

New Year Guided Meditations

Friday, January 9, 11:00 am - 11:15 am: Focusing on the Positive Moments of the Day

Pause to focus on the positive moments of your day. You'll get a positivity boost and train your brain to notice more good things in the future.

Register for 1/9 Focusing on the Positive Moments of the Day

Friday, January 16, 11:00 am - 11:15 am: Reflecting on a Positive Future

Envision your positive future in this guided meditation.

Register for 1/16 Reflecting on a Positive Future

Tips for a Healthier You

Friday, January 9, 11:30 am - 11:45 am: Know Your Health Numbers

Start the new year by understanding the numbers that matter most - such as blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar, and more.

Register for 1/9 Know Your Health Numbers

Friday, January 16, 11:30 am - 11:45 am: Understanding Preventive Care

Prevention is powerful! Learn how to create your personalized preventive care checklist to stay ahead of potential health issues.

Register for 1/16 Understanding Preventive Care