Gain Important Tools for Effective Work-life Management
LEXINGTON, Ky. (Sept. 8, 2020) — In our ever-changing work environment, now is the time to prioritize self-care and mental health as integral components of work-life management. To help all University of Kentucky faculty and staff maintain their well-being this fall, UK Human Resources Work-Life created "Work-Life ROCKS," a virtual series which embraces well-being, perspectives, awareness, connections and balance. Work-Life ROCKS highlights five qualities which are integral parts of successful work-life management:
- Resilience
- Optimism
- Compassion
- Knowledge
- Self-Care
Certified therapists and specialists will present this six-part Zoom series on Mondays from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. this fall. Sessions will feature a diverse range of themes:
Sept. 14
Managing flex work and work-life boundaries
Sept. 28
Remote work considerations and caregiving
Oct. 12
Work and family harmony: Help!
Oct. 26
Dealing with setbacks: How to make it through with radical acceptance
Nov. 9
Emotional health: You’re OK when everything is not OK
Nov. 23
Emotional eating: Why it happens and how to curb it
For more information about Work-Life ROCKS and other programming from UK HR Work-Life, please visit the Work-Life Calendar or contact the team at worklife@uky.edu.
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