Webinars

Events
Integrating Inclusion and Diversity with Your Well-Being Program

Join us as we discuss various ways employers are integrating inclusion and diversity into well-being programs.

Research Based Benefits of Walking 10,000 Steps (or Fewer) Per Day and the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-loss Community

Join us as we review the research related to the benefits of walking 10,000 steps or fewer per day. Session will include the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-loss Community.

Estate Planning, Wills and Trusts

Join us as we discuss how estate planning, wills and trusts is part of financial well-being and can positively impact your emotional well-being. A version of this webinar for your employees can be found on the member landing page.

Estate Planning, Wills and Trusts and the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-Loss Community

Join us as we discuss how estate planning, wills and trusts is part of financial well-being and can positively affect your emotional well-being. Session will include the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-Loss Community.

Seven Tips for a Successful Garden

Gardening has been proven to decrease stress and improve overall well-being. Leverage these benefits through a worksite garden, home garden or volunteering at a community garden. Join us to learn Cindy and Marissa’s seven tips for growing a successful garden. A version of this webinar for your employees can be found on the member landing page.

Seven Tips for a Successful Garden and the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-Loss Community

Join us to learn Cindy and Marissa’s seven tips for growing a successful garden. Session will include the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-Loss Community

Popular Functional Training Moves Demonstration

Join us in Marissa’s gym as she demonstrates popular functional training moves that improve strength, balance, flexibility and the ability to perform daily activities safely. A version of this webinar for your employees can be found on the member landing page.

Popular Functional Training Moves Demonstration and the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-Loss Community

Join us in Marissa’s gym as she demonstrates popular functional training moves that improve strength, balance, flexibility and the ability to perform daily activities safely. Session will include the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-Loss Community.

Brrr! Take a Cold Plunge with Cindy and Marissa

Join us as we discuss the ancient practice of cold plunging and its benefits to your physical and mental well-being. Cindy and Marissa will demonstrate a cold plunge in a northern Michigan lake. A version of this webinar for your employees can be found on the member landing page.

Brr, Take a Cold Plunge with Cindy and Marissa and the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-Loss Community

Join us as we discuss the ancient practice of cold plunging and its benefits to your physical and mental well-being. Cindy and Marissa will demonstrate a cold plunge in a northern Michigan lake. Session will include the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-Loss Community

Birding and the Brain

Description: Join us to learn why listening to and watching birds may improve your brain health and well-being. Researchers have found that watching birds at a bird feeder for 10 minutes can boost your mood. A version of this webinar for your employees can be found on the member landing page.

Birding and the Brain and the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-Loss Community

Join us to learn why listening to and watching birds may improve your brain health and well-being. Researchers have found that watching birds at a bird feeder for 10 minutes can boost your mood. Session will include the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-Loss Community.

Dr. Himabindu Chandraskhar Discusses Pelvic Floor Health for Men and Women

Join us for a discussion with Dr. Himabindu Chandraskhar on ways to keep the pelvic floor healthy and signs and symptoms of pelvic floor dysfunction. A version of this webinar for your employees can be found on the member landing page.

Dr. Himabindu Chandraskhar Discusses Pelvic Floor Health for Men and Women and the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-Loss Community

Join us for a discussion with Dr. Himabindu Chandraskhar on ways to keep the pelvic floor healthy and signs and symptoms of pelvic floor dysfunction. Session will include the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-Loss Community.

The Diabetes Plate Method Explained by a Registered Dietician

Join us for a discussion with Katie Tymkew, registered dietician, as she reviews the Diabetes Plate Method. This method helps manage diabetes and pre-diabetes by providing a properly balanced diet using portions that are separated based on food types placed on the plate. A version of this webinar for your employees can be found on the member landing page.

The Diabetes Plate Method Explained by a Registered Dietician and the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-Loss Community

Join us for a discussion with Katie Tymkew, registered dietician, as she reviews the Diabetes Plate Method. This method helps manage diabetes and pre-diabetes by providing a properly balanced diet using portions that are separated based on food types placed on the plate. Session will include the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-Loss Community.

Eric Hipple Speaks on Moving from Conditional to Unconditional Self-Acceptance

Join us as Eric Hipple discusses how moving from conditional self-acceptance to unconditional self-acceptance can lead to improved motivation resulting in enhanced mental health and well-being. A version of this webinar for your employees can be found on the member landing page.

Eric Hipple Speaks on Moving from Conditional to Unconditional Self-Acceptance and the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-Loss Community

Join us as Eric Hipple discusses how moving from conditional self-acceptance to unconditional self-acceptance can lead to improved motivation resulting in enhanced mental health and well-being. Session will include the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-Loss Community.

Learn to Ruck for Men’s Health Month

Rucking has military origins and has expanded to the civilian population using weighted backpacks to improve strength and cardiovascular health. Chris Barr will join us to give an overview and demonstrate various rucking exercises. A version of this webinar for your employees can be found on the member landing page.

Learn to Ruck for Men’s Health Month and the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-Loss Community Date

Rucking has military origins and has expanded to the civilian population using weighted backpacks to improve strength and cardiovascular health. Chris Barr will join us to give an overview and demonstrate various rucking exercises. Session will include the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-Loss Community.

Dr. Jennifer Wulff Speaks on Falls Safety and Prevention

Join us to learn how to prevent tripping hazards and falls. We will also demonstrate exercises you can incorporate into your daily routine to help improve your balance. A version of this webinar for your employees can be found on the member landing page.

Dr. Jennifer Wulff Speaks on Falls Safety and Prevention and the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-Loss Community

Join us to learn how to prevent tripping hazards and falls. We will also demonstrate exercises you can incorporate into your daily routine to help improve your balance. Session will include the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-Loss Community.

Two Women in Kayaks Go Fishing for Well-Being

Join Cindy and Marissa in kayaks as they demonstrate how you can use fishing to improve your mood and overall well-being. Bonus, your catch may improve your heart health. A version of this webinar for your employees can be found on the member landing page.

Two Women in Kayaks Go Fishing for Well-Being and the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-Loss Community

Join Cindy and Marissa in kayaks as they demonstrate how you can use fishing to improve your mood and overall well-being. Bonus, your catch may improve your heart health. Session will include the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-Loss Community.

Celebrate Your Age

Growing older is a gift you should celebrate. A positive self-perception of aging may lead to healthy behaviors and higher well-being. Join us as we discuss why you should celebrate your age and hear from people ages 65 to 100 on what they’ve learned about happiness, longevity and the wisdom they would share with others. A version of this webinar for your employees can be found on the member landing page.

Celebrate Your Age and the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-Loss Community

Growing older is a gift to celebrate. A positive self-perception of aging may lead to healthy behaviors and higher well-being. Join us as we discuss why you should celebrate your age and hear from people aged 65 to 100 on what they’ve learned about happiness, longevity and the wisdom they would share with others. Session will include the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-Loss Community.

How to Avoid Procrastinating When It Comes to Your Healthy Habits

Join us to learn the six different types of procrastinators and identify how you can avoid procrastinating to accomplish your healthy habits. A version of this webinar for your employees can be found on the member landing page.

Title: How to Avoid Procrastinating When It Comes to Your Healthy Habits and the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-Loss Community

Join us to learn the six different types of procrastinators and identify how you can avoid procrastinating to accomplish your healthy habits. Session will include the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-Loss Community.

One Week Physical Activity Minutes Challenge and the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-loss Community

We’ll provide you a One Week Physical Activity Minutes Challenge you can use to track your physical activity minutes as recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Downloadable tracker will be provided. Session will include the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-loss Community.

One Week Physical Activity Minutes Challenge

We’ll provide a One Week Physical Activity Minutes Challenge your employees can use to track their physical activity minutes as recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. We’ll start the challenge Thursday during the member webinar, so send the link to your employees to register. Downloadable and customizable material will be provided.

Dr. Gwendolyn Parker Discusses Colorectal Cancer and the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-loss Community

Join us for a discussion with Dr. Gwendolyn Parker, associate medical director at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, about colorectal cancer risks and the importance of screenings. Session will include the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-loss Community.

Dr. Gwendolyn Parker Discusses Colorectal Cancer

Join us for a discussion with Dr. Gwendolyn Parker, associate medical director at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, about colorectal cancer risks and the importance of screenings.

Dr. Dayna LePlatte Discusses Caregiver Self-care Tips to Avoid Burnout and the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-loss Community

Join Dr. Dayna LePlatte, as she discusses the importance of self-care for caregivers and offers tips to avoid burnout to protect your well-being. Session will include the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-loss Community.

Dr. Dayna LePlatte Discusses Caregiver Self-care Tips to Avoid Burnout

Join Dr. Dayna LePlatte, medical director at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, as she discusses the importance of self-care for caregivers and offers tips to avoid burnout to protect your well-being.

Personalize Your Sleep Hygiene and the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-loss Community

Join us as we review what current research says you should consider when personalizing your sleep hygiene routine. Session will include the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-loss Community.

Personalize Your Sleep Hygiene

Join us as we review what current research says you should consider when personalizing your sleep hygiene routine.

The Art and Well-Being Connection with Shazia Siddiqi and the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-loss Community

Join us to learn how to discover your potential and purpose, and improve your emotional well-being through art. Shazia Siddiqi, founder of Let’s Art About It, will show how art can be centering and transforming. Session will include the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-loss Community.

Four-Minute Meditation: Five Finger Breathing Visualization

Relax and invite more focus into your day as you trace your fingers and mindfully synchronize your breath.

The Art and Well-Being Connection with Shazia Siddiqi

Join us to discover your potential and purpose, and improve your emotional well-being through art. Shazia Siddiqi, founder of Let’s Art About It, will show how art can be centering and transforming.

Walking together through tragedy: a conversation with behavioral health experts.

During this interactive session, we will discuss recent tragic events and how to effectively manage your journey through trauma.

Self-love and the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-loss Community

Join us for a discussion on self-love, including self-acceptance, self-worth and self-respect. Self-love can create a positive view of yourself, building your emotional resilience and preparing you for challenges. Session will include the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-loss Community.

2023 American Heart Association Go Red for Women: Be the Beat Challenge

Join Cindy and Marissa for a Be the Beat Challenge where you will identify your own rhythm and understand how your rhythm can influence others.

Valentine’s Day Self-love

Join us for a discussion on self-love, including self-acceptance, self-worth and self-respect. Self-love can create a positive view of yourself, building your emotional resilience and preparing you for challenges.

Playing an Instrument is a Full Brain Workout and the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-loss Community

Join us for a discussion on how playing an instrument involves almost every part of your brain, leading to enhanced cognitive function and decreased loss of memory. Evidence suggests picking up an instrument later in life can also boost your brain health — it’s never too late. Session will include the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-loss Community.

Seven-Minute Meditation: Box Breathing

This deep breathing technique can be used to calm your mind and body, allowing you to reset and stay focused.

Playing an Instrument is a Full Brain Workout

Join us for a discussion on how playing an instrument involves almost every part of your brain, leading to enhanced cognitive function and decreased loss of memory. Evidence suggests picking up an instrument later in life can also boost your brain health — it’s never too late.

Hygge 2023 and the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-loss Community

Hygge is a Scandinavian concept that includes feelings of well-being and contentment. Join us as we discuss how to create a hygge atmosphere in your home or office. Session will include the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-loss Community.

Seven-Minute Meditation: Ahimsa Mantra

Invite loving kindness and compassion into your day as you repeat the mantra, “Ahimsa.” Mantras keep the mind focused on the present.

Hygge 2023

Hygge is a Scandinavian concept that includes feelings of well-being and contentment. Join us as we discuss how to create a hygge atmosphere in your home or office.

Dr. Michael Kobernick Discusses Medical and Psychological Facts Associated with Cannabis Use and the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-loss Community

Join us for a discussion with Dr. Michael Kobernick, senior medical director at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, about the medical and psychological facts associated with cannabis use. Session will include the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-loss Community.

Seven-Minute Meditation: Spread Your Wings

Be open to the experience of play as you visualize yourself spreading your wings and finding joy. Later, take this practice to the ground and feel the connection your body makes as you sweep your arms and legs in unison along the surface leaving your imprint on the world.

Dr. Michael Kobernick Discusses Medical and Psychological Facts Associated with Cannabis Use

Join us for a discussion with Dr. Michael Kobernick, senior medical director at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, about the medical and psychological facts associated with cannabis use.

National Healthy Weight Week and the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-loss Community

National Healthy Weight Week is dedicated to understanding the importance of getting to and maintaining a healthy weight. Join us as we provide you with ideas and downloadable materials to observe National Healthy Weight Week. Session will include the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-loss Community.

Nine-Minute Meditation: Feeling and Noticing the Breath

During this meditation, observe each breath moving slowly and gently through the body.

National Healthy Weight Week Promotion

National Healthy Weight Week is dedicated to understanding the importance of getting to and maintaining a healthy weight. Join us as we provide you with ideas and downloadable materials to promote National Healthy Weight Week at your worksite.

Caring for Your Skin with Sara Wilchowski, DMSc, PA-C and the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-loss Community

Join us for a discussion with Sara Wilchowski, DMSc, PA-C, as she discusses how to care for your skin and keep it healthy. Session will include the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-loss Community.

Six-Minute Meditation: Being in the Present

During this mediation overlooking the Great Smoky Mountains in Tennessee, allow yourself to slow down to recognize and enjoy the present moment.

Drop 5 Virtual Weight-loss Community Promotion

Join us to hear about our weekly Drop 5 Virtual Weight-loss Community, a free weight-loss education and support group that is part of our Thursday webinars. Downloadable promotional material will be available.

Appreciating Your Life Journey and the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-loss Community

Join us for a discussion on appreciating your life journey and acknowledging how past events and decisions formed who you are today. Session will include the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-loss Community.

Nine-Minute Meditation: Find a Sense of Calm

During this meditation overlooking the Biltmore Estate in North Carolina, allow your breath to soften and relax the body easing you into a sense of calm.

Appreciating Your Life Journey

Join us for a discussion on appreciating your life journey and acknowledging how past events and decisions formed who you are today.

Appreciate Your Life Journey

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Hunt for the Positive Things in Your Life and the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-loss Community

Join us as we discuss the importance of focusing daily on the positive gifts in your life. This positive psychology habit can also be used to rewire your brain during challenging times. Session will include the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-loss Community.

Nine-Minute Meditation: Mindful Breathing

Enjoy the flickering of candles in the dark while you engage in mindful breathing. Mindful breathing is a simple meditation practice you can use any place, any time. The primary goal is simply a calm awareness, allowing thoughts and feelings to come and go without getting caught up in them while bringing awareness to the breath.

Hunt for the Positive Things in Your Life

Join us as we discuss the importance of focusing daily on the positive gifts in your life. This positive psychology habit can also be used to rewire your brain during challenging times.

Developing Healthy Money Habits for Financial Freedom and the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-loss Community

Join us to learn how to develop healthy money habits to improve your financial well-being as you move toward financial freedom. Session will include the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-loss Community.

Eight-Minute Meditation: Crystal Singing Bowls Sound Bath

Join Marissa for a crystal singing bowl sound bath. Set an intention for the day as you let the sounds of the singing bowls wash over you.

Developing Healthy Money Habits for Financial Freedom

Join us to learn how to develop healthy money habits to improve your financial well-being as you move toward financial freedom.

Conquering Family Stress During the Holidays and the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-loss Community

Join to learn several techniques to conquer the inevitable stress during the holidays. Session will include the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-loss Community.

Six-Minute Meditation: Regaining Balance in Life

This meditation will guide you toward living a life in balance and harmony in order to enjoy the things you do on a daily basis.

Conquering Family Stress During the Holidays

Join us to learn several techniques to conquer the inevitable stress during the holidays.

Seven-Minute Meditation: Words of Affirmation

Join this meditation overlooking the Grand Traverse Bay as you recite words of affirmation to tap into your conscious and unconscious mind for motivation and increased positivity so you can enjoy all the gifts in your life.

Leveraging Mindfulness for Upcoming Performance Reviews

Join us to learn how to leverage different mindfulness techniques to get through difficult conversations.

Brain Health for Seniors and the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-loss Community

Join Dr. Dayna LePlatte as she discusses the research behind brain health for seniors including completing puzzles, playing games and the benefits of learning something new. Session will include the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-loss Community.

Eight-Minute Meditation: Leading with Purpose

Gain a sense of clarity and purpose during this meditation as you explore yourself as a leader in any capacity where you are called to lead and engage with others.

Brain Health for Seniors

Join Dr. Dayna LePlatte as she discusses the research behind brain health for seniors including completing puzzles, playing games and the benefits of learning something new.

Prepping for World Kindness Day on November 13 and the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-loss Community

Join us as we prepare for the Global World Kindness Day on November 13. We’ll discuss the purpose of the day, what color to wear and how to participate to make the world a better place. Session will include the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-loss Community.

11-Minute Meditation: Tibetan Singing Bowl

Join Marissa for a soothing and relaxing Tibetan singing bowl sound bath. During this meditation, let your mind focus on the sound of the singing bowl and set an intention as the sound fades. Singing bowls are used to create frequencies that stimulate brain waves, promote deep relaxation and boost overall well-being.

Come Fika with Cindy and Marissa and the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-loss Community

Bring a hot drink and snack to fika with Cindy and Marissa. This important Swedish tradition held twice per day is centered around giving yourself a moment to have a break and socialize with others. Session will include the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-loss Community.

11-Minute Meditation: Tapping and Positive Affirmations for Weight-loss

Join Marissa for a tapping meditation using positive affirmations for weight-loss. Tapping helps you access your body’s energy and ease anxiety while the affirmations help you improve mood and enhance self-esteem as you work toward your goals.

Come Fika with Cindy and Marissa

Bring a hot drink and snack to fika with Cindy and Marissa. This important Swedish tradition held twice per day is centered around giving yourself a moment to have a break and socialize with others.

Create Charcuterie Boards for the Holidays

Join Marissa and her daughter Kate for a demonstration on how to create various charcuterie boards for the holidays.

Six-Minute Meditation: Using Music for Relaxation

Combining music and meditation can lead to deeper relaxation. During today’s meditation, focus on the music and the feelings in your body that music evokes.

Create Charcuterie Boards for the Holidays

Join Marissa and her daughter Kate for a demonstration on how to create various charcuterie boards for the holidays.

Prioritizing Your Self-Care and the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-loss Community

Join us as we discuss how self-care has moved from a luxury to a necessity to live a thriving life. You will be asked to identify areas of self-care that you should be prioritizing. Session will include the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-loss Community.

Seven-Minute Meditation: Reenergize Yourself to Blossom

Reenergize yourself during today’s meditation as you invite sunshine, happiness and positive energy into your day.

Prioritizing Your Self-Care

Join us as we discuss how self-care has moved from a luxury to a necessity to live a thriving life. You’ll be asked to identify areas of self-care you should be prioritizing.

College Student Health Insurance and Well-Being Checklist and the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-loss Community

Join us for a review of our College Student Insurance and Well-Being Checklist. Students can use the checklist to help them understand insurance jargon and remind them how to maintain their well-being while at college. Session will include the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-loss Community.

Six-Minute Meditation: Positive Affirmations for Weight-loss

Reciting words of affirmation on a regular basis can help you change the way you think about yourself and your behaviors in a positive way. Join today’s meditation to motivate and challenge yourself to reach your weight-loss goals.

College Student Insurance and Well-Being Checklist

Join us for a review of our College Student Insurance and Well-Being Checklist. Students can use the checklist to help them understand insurance jargon and remind them how to maintain their well-being while at college.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month and the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-loss Community

Join us for a discussion on breast cancer awareness with Mary Mehi, R.N. Session will include the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-loss Community.

Nine-Minute Meditation: Body Scan

Enjoy this body scan meditation from The Botanic Garden at Historic Barns Park in Traverse City, MI.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Join us for a discussion on breast cancer awareness with Mary Mehi, R.N.

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October Global Participation Challenge and the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-loss Community

Join us as we roll out the October Global Participation Challenge celebrating all the countries engaged with Virtual Well-Being in 2022. Each day has an activity that is inspired by a different participating country. Session will include the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-loss Community.

Seven-Minute Meditation: Kindness

During this meditation from Old Mission State Park, accept what is with love and kindness towards yourself, and then extend love and kindness to others.

October Global Participation Challenge

Join us as we roll out the October Global Participation Challenge celebrating all the countries engaged with Virtual Well-Being in 2022. Each day has an activity that is inspired by a different participating country.

Designing a Happiness Lifestyle and the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-loss Community

Join us for a discussion on designing a happiness lifestyle. Studies consistently show that happy people can boast lower blood pressure, less stress, healthier body weights and stronger hearts than their less optimistic neighbors. Session will include the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-loss Community.

Nine-Minute Meditation: Cloud Gazing

Allow yourself to relax and let your worries and any tension drift away.

Designing a Happiness Lifestyle

Join us for a discussion on designing a happiness lifestyle. Studies consistently show that happy people have lower blood pressure, less stress, healthier body weights and stronger hearts than their less optimistic neighbors.

Tibetan Singing Bowl Sound Bath and the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-loss Community

Join us to experience a sound bath using a Tibetan singing bowl, which has been found to have beneficial effects linked with mood, tension and well-being. Session will include the Drop 5 Virtual Weight-loss Community.

MI Blues Perspectives is sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, a nonprofit, independent licensee of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association