Workshops

Can an attitude of gratitude be the key to lasting mental wellness? Join us as we delve into the science of gratitude and learn about the numerous mental and physical health benefits of practicing gratitude. This training features practical exercises offering participants hands-on experience with different gratitude practices. There will be discussions on integrating gratitude into daily life, with tips for creating sustainable habits.

In this expert led seminar, get clarity on what boundaries represent, how they can help protect us from daily demands, and why they’re critical to growing anything - careers, relationships, or our own sense of self.

The Burnout Training is suitable for a general audience and will begin with reviewing the 4 stages of burnout. The stages will be defined by behavioral, mental and physical symptoms so that the audience can easily identify where in the stages of burnout they currently reside. The training will then transition to the steps to take to recover from and prevent burnout. This section starts with reviewing accessible research on neuroscience to explain how the human brain and body require restful breaks to replenish energy. The training will then review a series of questions to encourage participants to identify their needs and limits. The training will end by asking participants to make a plan today and identify steps they can take to attain balance in their lives.

This training is designed to empower individuals to prioritize their mental well-being. In this engaging and easy to digest program, participants will gain an understanding of mental health and learn the role stress plays in overall wellness. By distinguishing between stress and distress, participants will unlock the key to accessing the learning brain. Participants will walk away with practical tools, tips, and proven techniques necessary to care for their mental health.

Interpersonal conflicts are part of every relationship. Learning how to effectively communicate and empathetically listen greatly improves the quality of our relationships. In this training, attendees will learn the principles of nonviolent communication and be able to practice effective communication skills including: verbal communication, non-verbal communication, forgiveness and accountability.

This L&L explores the profound impact of women and LGBTQ+ artists on culture, identity, and legislation. From Oscar Wilde to Audre Lorde. Nina Simone and Lady Gaga. We’ll delve into the stories of artists who have challenged norms, shattered barriers, and inspired legislative change.

What happens when life shifts immensely and were left looking at a landscape we couldn’t predict? In this expert led seminar, learn why uncertainty feels uncomfortable, and walk away with tools to help you find stability in even the most rapidly shifting circumstances.

In these ever-divisive times, disagreeing with someone on a sensitive subject can sometimes mean the end of a relationship. However, disagreement and tension can actually be a catalyst for personal growth and transformation. It is not only possible, but greatly important that we learn how to have compassion for those who think differently than us. Rooted in trauma-informed practices, participants will learn what it means to be in community, the inevitability of disagreements, emotional triggers and how the stress response impacts our cognitive functioning. The training will introduce Deep Listening principles, a framework for engaging in compassionate dialogue with someone who holds a different perspective, without compromising our own beliefs. Participants will then practice Deep Listening principles in a safe and guided environment. 

Diversity of thought can only happen when psychological safety is present. Participants will learn about the benefits of psychological safety and common barriers. They will hear real-life examples of the impact of psychological safety, gain skills and have actionable steps to fostering psychological safety in the workplace.

This training is suitable for a general audience with a focus on women. It will begin with recent statistics on burnout and an explanation of why burnout disproportionately affects women, as well as people of color. The training will outline social and cultural expectations for women, the stages of burnout, and the impact of burnout on one's health and work performance. The training will transition to tangible and accessible ways to recover from and prevent burnout including reviewing a series of questions to encourage participants to identify their needs and limits. The training will end by asking participants to make a plan today to attain balance in their lives.

The training highlights the importance of active listening in our personal and professional lives, including improved relationships, enhanced problem-solving, managerial success and reduced conflicts. The training addresses common barriers including distractions, rehearsing and biases, which can hinder effective communication. The training then introduces participants to actionable techniques for active listening and provides opportunities for participants to engage in interactive activities and practice these techniques in a safe and supportive environment. With a basis in psychology, this training equips individuals with the necessary tools to become better listeners and leaders in both personal and professional settings.

The mental health stigma is thought to be the leading reason why individuals do not reach out for help when experiencing a mental health concern. It not only negatively impacts help-seeking, but early detection and prevention efforts that can affect someone’s overall wellness. In this training, participants will learn about the origins of the mental health stigma, the prevalence of mental illness and the intersection of adverse health conditions and diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. Finally, participants will receive tangible tools to stand up to mental health stigma, support their own mental wellness, and support others who may be suffering in silence.