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WashU Champion News | March 2023
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Your Circle of Influence
As Champions, sometimes it is a challenge to know where you hold influence. In the Q1 workshop, I highlighted the importance of knowing and understanding your circle of influence. The circle of influence is a model that was first introduced in 1989 by Stephen Covey in his book, 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. Within this model, there are three circles:
- Circle of Concern - includes areas that are beyond your control (i.e., office culture, policies, etc.).
- Circle of Influence - includes the area where you are capable of making a difference (i.e., promoting well-being initiatives, inviting colleagues to participate in the wellness challenges, gathering feedback from colleagues, and advocating for local change).
- Circle of Control - includes areas where you hold total control (i.e., you can choose to participate in health screenings or to enroll in the MyWay to a Healthy Weight program).
Taking the time to reflect on your circle of influence can help set a trajectory for your role as a Champion. Even a seemingly small action, like forwarding the Champion newsletter to your department, can have a great impact and be a catalyst for culture change.
There are many opportunities WashU provides to help increase well-being in your department. Contact me to discuss what will work best for you and your department.
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- Register for the Spring Challenge
- Welcome new WashU Wellness Champions
- Share resources to support substance use awareness
- Request a health screening for your department
- Join the Wellness Champions Microsoft Teams channel
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Pack your bags and set your itinerary, it's time to get moving! Registration for Worldwide Wellness is open! Worldwide Wellness is a fun and inspiring way to bring movement into your life while focusing on incorporating meaningful connection and active relaxation.
This 6-week challenge began March 6 and ends April 16. Worldwide Wellness aims to help boost energy and improve your health as you enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle and explore the world.
Please note: Our wellness challenges are designed for all fitness levels. There is room for all benefits-eligible WashU employees to participate. Your role as Wellness Champions is to help communicate the challenge and create a positive and inclusive environment that encourages all employees to participate. Click here to register.
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In Our WordsWednesday, April 12, 6:00 to 10:00 p.m.
The Third Degree Glass Factory (5200 Delmar Blvd, St. Louis MO, 63108)
Everyone has a story.
Medical students, residents, fellows, faculty and staff are invited to an in-person event to hear stories of growth, insight, bravery, wisdom and vulnerability. This event aims to build community and connection between physician trainees and faculty. Storytelling normalizes experiences and makes us all feel a little less alone. In doing so, it can improve overall well-being and reduce the burnout that many experience.
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MyWay to Health Workshop: Time ManagementHybrid Workshop: attend in person or via zoom.
Health, family, career and personal goals can be difficult to juggle, especially with an unpredictable schedule. In this workshop, registered dietitians will discuss strategies and tools to improve time management skills. Use this link to register.
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As part of our 8ight Ways to Wellness, it’s important to get recommended screening tests that can help protect against serious diseases. Some screening tests find diseases early when they are most treatable, while others can play a role in preventing diseases before they start.
Schedule your annual health screening!Each calendar year, benefits-eligible employees qualify for a free health screening, and once complete, receive a $50 gift card. Your health screening includes the following tests: A1c, blood pressure, blood sugar, body mass index and cholesterol. At this time, onsite events are available on the Danforth, School of Medicine and Satellite Campuses. View our FAQs for more information. Take Action: Email this flyer to your colleagues to encourage your colleagues to participate.
Request a screeningRequest a health screening for your department through the link below. Be sure to check "Annual Health Screening" and include information such as the preferred date and time, building name, address and the location within the building. We request eight weeks notice and will reach out with more information.
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| | Q1 Workshop Was a Success!On Friday, Feb. 10, Champions gathered over Zoom and in-person at the Link in the Lo op building to connect and learn about the various opportunities Champions have to bring well-being initiatives to their departments. If you were unable to attend, you may view the recording here. What champions are saying about the Q1 workshop:
"Thanks for a great meeting! I liked the location as well."
"Phenomenal in-person experience. Very well done."
Welcome New Wellness Champions!We have had many new Champions join our network since July 2022. Take some time to welcome our new Champions and see if any are in your department! View the new Champions here.
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How to Have a Conversation with your Kids about Substance AbuseGuest Writer: Krista Jarvis, Program and Clinical Case Manager, LPC, Department of Psychiatry
I’m sure you’ve heard that talking to kids about substance use is important, but you may not know where or how to start. The Partnership to End Addiction offers a few excellent tips for having these conversations with our kids.
As a parent, you are the biggest influence in your child’s life and having open, honest conversations is one of the most powerful ways to connect with your kids and help them develop into healthy adults. When addressing some more challenging topics – like nicotine, alcohol or drugs – it’s not about having a one-time “drug talk,” but rather tackling the subject through more frequent, organic conversations that evolve as your child gets older. Some things to keep in mind:
Keep lines of communication open and make sure you come from a place of love and compassion – even when you’re having tough conversations.
Balance any consequences with positive encouragement.
Frequent touch points and teachable moments come up all the time — use these as natural opportunities to discuss substance use.
Reach out to Krista for more information or if you have any questions.
Phone: 314-286-1700
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| HR WELL-BEING TEAM SPOTLIGHT
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Meet Erin McGraw: MyWay to Health DietitianErin McGraw, MS, RD, LD, is a registered dietitian for MyWay to Health. Her passion lies in connecting with others and cultivating a collaborative and realistic approach to nourishing the body. Erin received her bachelor's of science in health and sports studies from Miami University, and completed her dietetic internship at Saint Louis University with an emphasis in pediatrics. In 2019, she earned her master of science in dietetics from Kansas State University.
Erin can assist you by:- Bringing a well-being presentation to your department.
- Answering general wellness questions.
- Offering support in areas of nutrition, time management, and sleep hygiene.
- Providing other resources to help you reach your wellness goals.
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HR Well-being is an employee health initiative that, in partnership with Washington University experts, offers opportunities for employees to improve their physical and emotional well-being. This initiative focuses on developing evidence-based programs and making personal connections to provide employees with valuable and fun experiences that improve their health. We aim to foster a culture that prioritizes employee health and well-being as integral to the mission of teaching, research, and patient care, and create an environment where the healthier choice is the easiest choice; where employees are empowered to choose wellness.
WashU Wellness Champions help us understand the needs within different work environments, promote the importance of personal health, and encourage their coworkers to engage in wellness program offerings.
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