State Wellness webinars: July 2025 - Part 2
This Summer make it all about Self-Care!
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.
This summer, make yourself a priority! "Summer of Self-Care" is all about slowing down, recharging, and embracing what makes you feel good. Whether it’s safely indulging in sun-soaked relaxation, nourishing your body with fresh seasonal flavors, or cultivating inner peace through mindfulness, this is your moment to thrive. Dive into this season filled with self-love, wellness, and joy - you deserve it! Remember, the Wellness Program is here to support you and your family in every season of your 2025 Thrive Journey.
Mindful Mondays: The Emotional Well-being Series
Monday, July
21, 11:00 am - 11:30 am: Happy Heart
A happy heart
isn't just a fleeting emotion—it's a way of embracing life with warmth,
resilience, and joy, even in the face of challenges. Discover simple yet
powerful techniques to nurture this inner happiness and immerse yourself in a
guided meditation designed to awaken your natural smile and lift your
spirit.
Register for 7/21
Happy Heart
Monday, July
28, 11:00 am - 11:30 am: Emotions and Your Heart
The unspoken
dialogue between your heart and brain is a quiet yet powerful force shaping
your emotions, thoughts, and well-being. Dive deeper into the fascinating
heart-brain connection and explore how your emotions impact your entire body,
then enjoy a guided meditation designed to restore balance, ease tension, and
bring clarity to your inner world.
Register for 7/28
Emotions and Your Heart
Chef Sandra for Warm Weather Favorites!
Tuesday, July
22, 11:00 am - 11:45 am: Lettuce Wraps with Homemade Hoisin
Who needs
takeout when you can create irresistible lettuce wraps at home? This class
teaches you how to build crisp, flavor-packed wraps with savory filling. You'll
add a scratch-made sauce that includes a homemade hoisin sauce for a crunchy,
saucy, and totally satisfying meal!
Register for 7/22
Lettuce Wraps with Homemade Hoisin
Tuesday, July
29, 11:00 am - 11:45 am: Key Lime Pie
Get ready to
pucker up and swoon! Chef Sandra will teach you how to make a refreshingly tart
and creamy Key lime pie with a made-from-scratch buttery graham cracker crust.
You'll experience sunshine in every bite!
Register for 7/29
Key Lime Pie
Healthy U Wednesdays: Summer Fun Safety Series
Wednesday, July
23, 11:00 am - 11:45 am: Seasonal Produce - Summer Edition
Maryland’s
summer harvest is bursting with vibrant flavors, ripe for your next kitchen
adventure! Whether it’s juicy peaches, plump tomatoes, or crisp cucumbers, this
season brings a wealth of fresh produce waiting to be transformed into
something extraordinary. So, get inspired with creative, mouthwatering recipes
that highlight the best of summer’s bounty. These ingredients make
every bite more delicious, and they also pack a powerful punch in
reducing inflammation and supporting overall health.
Register for 7/23
Seasonal Produce - Summer Edition
Wednesday, July
30, 11:00 am - 11:45 am: Don't Sugarcoat Your Summer!
Summer wouldn’t be
the same without indulging in these sweet treats: caramel corn and fudge on the
boardwalk, creamy ice cream, and the cool refreshment of Rita’s Italian
Ice and Dippin’ Dots. But what if you could keep all the joy without the sugar
overload? Get ready to discover crave-worthy, wholesome alternatives that pack
in flavor, fun, and all the summer vibes. No guilt required!
Register for 7/30
Don't Sugarcoat Your Summer!
Summer Safety Thursdays
Thursday, July
24, 11:00 am - 11:30 am: Chair Yoga
Give yourself
the gift of relaxation and renewal with restorative chair yoga! This gentle
practice helps you stretch and lengthen your spine, release built-up muscle
tension, and boost circulation, all while staying comfortably seated. Perfect
for all fitness levels, chair yoga will leave you feeling refreshed,
invigorated, and ready to take on the day!
Register for 7/24
Chair Yoga
Thursday, July
31, 11:00 am - 11:45 am: Managing Summer Allergies
Sunshine and
fresh air should feel like pure bliss - but not when summer allergies turn
every breath into a battle! Sniffles, sneezes, and itchy
eyes don’t have to ruin your warm-weather fun. Discover easy,
effective self-care strategies to keep those pesky allergy symptoms in check
and reclaim your summer joy.
Register for 7/31
Managing Summer Allergies
Summer Guided Mediations
Friday, July
18, 11:00 am - 11:15 am: Experience Your Mind Like an Ocean
Deep in the
ocean beneath the surface, it's calm and clear. In this guided meditation, you
will be able to access the depth and stillness of your mind, like an ocean, to
experience and access calmness and clarity.
Register for 7/18
Experience Your Mind Like an Ocean
Friday, July
25, 11:00 am - 11:15 am: Feeling Your Mind and Body as a Lake
There are times
when a lake is still and you can see trees and birds reflected on it, and times
when a lake is choppy and has no reflections. This guided meditation will
enable you to find the stillness that is always available to you no matter what
"choppiness" you encounter.
Register for 7/25
Feeling Your Mind and Body as a Lake
Tips for a Healthier You!
Friday, July
18, 11:30 am - 11:45 am: Hydration and Healthy Beverages
An important
component of summertime health is staying hydrated. Learn how water impacts the
body in summer, five signs of dehydration and tips to prevent it, and how to
make healthier hydration choices.
Register for 7/18
Hydration and Healthier Beverages
Friday, July
25, 11:30 am - 11:45 am: Healthier Dental Habits
Dental health
is an important part of overall health in all seasons! Your oral health can
impact your heart, digestion, and even your longevity. Explore the anatomy of
the mouth, learn about gum disease, and hear healthy dental habits
tips.
Register for 7/25
Healthier Dental Habits
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