Well-Being Bulletin Board Kit
AUGUST 2026
August
WELLNESS UPDATE START HERE
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Upcoming Programs
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AUG 10
BreatheWELL: Balance Stress
SEP 14
Wondr Health
SEP 30
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)
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Build a Mindfulness Practice
What health goal feels most important to you right now? A liveWELL Health Coach can help you turn that focus into a personalized plan and support you as you build lasting, healthy habits. This is a free employee benefit, available to you at no cost.
Explore the Mindfulness Resource Library for quick mindfulness practices, or take the next step with our 8-week Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) course. Employees must receive a referral by September 18 to participate.
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S’MORES OVERNIGHT OATS Ingredients and Directions
Servings: 1
Ingredients
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Directions
¾ cup milk of choice
Add milk, oats, protein powder, chia seeds,
½ cup old-fashioned rolled oats
vanilla, and salt to a jar or bowl. Stir until fully
1 scoop vanilla protein powder
combined.
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Mix in the mini marshmallows, crushed
1 ½ teaspoon chia seeds
graham crackers, and chocolate chips.
Pinch of sea salt
Cover and refrigerate overnight, or at least 4
6 mini marshmallows, chopped
hours.
1 Tablespoon crushed graham crackers 1 ½ teaspoon mini chocolate chips No protein powder? Substitute ½ cup vanilla Greek yogurt and reduce the milk to ½ cup!
Store overnight oats in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. The oats will thicken as they sit, so give them a good stir and add a splash of milk before serving, if needed!
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Chase consistency, not perfection, as you build sustainable, long-term habits! HR.UIOWA.EDU/LIVEWELL Promoting Population Health at Iowa
Monthly Wellness Checklist One small habit each day can make a big difference. Check off each task as you complete it! Fill your water bottle
Replace 1 sugary drink with water
Take a 20-minute walk outside
Read for 20 minutes
Eat 1 extra serving of vegetables
Take the stairs when you can today
Write down 3 things you’re grateful for
Focus on making a colorful meal
Set yourself up to get 7-8 hours of sleep
Take a 5-minute meditation break
Put your phone away for 30 minutes
Laugh! Watch your favorite funny movie
Do 20 minutes of bodyweight exercises
Go to bed 20 minutes earlier than usual
Eat breakfast without distractions
Perform a random act of kindness
Give someone a genuine compliment
Do something creative!
Practice 5 minutes of deep breathing
Spend 15 minutes in the sunshine
Try a new healthy snack
Declutter your bag or workspace
Listen to your favorite song
Find a new podcast
Spend 15 minutes outside in nature
Give someone a hug
Clean or organize a small space
Leave someone a positive note
Cook a new meal at home
Reflect on your progress from this month!
Reach out to a friend or family member
BONUS: Choose 3 daily goals to continue....
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University of Iowa
HEALTH AND WELL-BEING FAIR Celebrating 20 Years of liveWELL Learn about campus resources to support individual and departmental well-being by visiting more than 30 vendors at the fair. All University of Iowa employees are invited to attend. FAIR HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: Free health screenings Flu vaccines Chair massages Door prizes and giveaways Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact liveWELL in advance at 319-353-2973.
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SAVE THE DATE October 21, 2026 7:30 a.m. — 2:00 p.m. UI Field House Main Deck
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