We have several free Healthy UBC events taking place at the UBC Point Grey campus during the next month. Check out the opportunities to take a class over your lunch-hour!
These courses are hosted by the Department of Health, Safety and Environment, and are available for UBC Faculty and Staff.
12 Weeks to Wellness Info Session
March 3, 2010
12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Henry Angus Building, Rm. 412 [map]
Course Outline: The ultimate goal of any weight loss program is to create long term success. Those who have dieted before will agree that diets primarily support only short-term success. 12 Weeks to Wellness goes beyond looking at what you eat and how you move. Our ultimate goal is to help individuals increase levels of energy, improve self confidence, optimize health and enhance quality of life. We know that by taking a more “inside out approach” we can help individuals loose weight and keep it off. Learn how to develop a healthy and balanced relationship to food and eating.
Register online
Simple Office Ergonomics
March 3, 2010
12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Henry Angus Building, Rm. 326 [map]
Course Outline: Learn how to set up your workstation ergonomically. Learn tips and tricks to maintain optimal posture, reduce pain and discomfort from sitting at your desk all day long.
Register online
Mental Health First Aid
Wednesday evenings beginning March 10, 2010
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Buchanan Block D, Rm. D205 [map]
Course Outline: The goal of Mental Health First Aid Canada is to improve mental health literacy. This workshop, in collaboration with the Canadian Mental Health Association, provides participants with the skills and knowledge to help people better manage potential or developing mental health problems in themselves, family members, friends or colleagues. By the end of the workshop, participants will recognize the signs and symptoms of mental health problems, be able to provide initial support to a person who may be developing a mental health problem or is experiencing a mental health crisis, and be prepared to guide a person towards appropriate professional help.
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Responsible Optimism
March 19, 2010
12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Henry Angus Building, Rm. 412 [map]
Course Outline: When adversity and challenges arise, we can either respond with optimism or gloom. Optimism, however, leads to health. This workshop addresses the benefits of optimism and the characteristics of optimistic people. It also offers tools for adopting a more optimistic, positive outlook on life.
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Navigating Life Transitions
March 26, 2010
12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Henry Angus Building, Rm. 412 [map]
Course Outline: Life transitions are challenging because they force us to let go of the familiar and face an uncertain future. Depending on how we deal with change it may create new opportunities or be a major source of stress. This one-hour wellness session will review the change process and help participants identify signs that they are having trouble with change. Participants will get a brief overview of some coping mechanisms and practical resources available to them.
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Work Life Harmony
April 9, 2010
12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Room 40, 2205 East Mall [map]
Course Outline: Finding a balance between work and life means building some harmony among competing demands and priorities. This workshop provides information on how to clarify values, identify and resolve stress-producing imbalances, effectively apply available time and energy, and develop a personal action plan.
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