NewsCorp Benefits

Perils of procrastination and perfectionism
2023-03-28 15:00 - 16:00 UTC
Do you “put off for tomorrow what you could do today?” What’s getting in your way? Perfectionism? Fear of getting started? Lack of motivation? In this webinar, we’ll explore factors that might be impacting your behavior and provide tips to help make some changes. It’s never too late to get started, ease your stress, and increase your productivity. Join this webinar to learn more about:
• Why people procrastinate
• How, if at all, perfectionism, might be a factor
• Tips for making so changes to overcome the urge to procrastinate

Addressing Social Isolation and Loneliness with Loved Ones
2023-03-29 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
Meaningful relationships are central to our well-being as humans. Studies have shown that we live longer, healthier and happier lives when we are connected to others. However, as individuals age or experience health concerns, social interaction often decreases while loneliness increases. Join our webinar where Wellthy care experts will discuss the importance of addressing social isolation with loved ones, how to recognize and mitigate signs of loneliness, and how Wellthy Care Coordinators can help with families navigating these kinds of caregiving concerns.

The High School Plan
2023-04-04 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
(9th to 10th Grade Students)
High school is a critical time that can help maximize your student’s potential for success in college admissions. This workshop will give you insight into the college admissions process and help you learn how to effectively plan your student’s high school academic and extracurricular programs, including:

Selecting the appropriate type and level of courses across the curriculum
Designing a strategy for extracurricular and summer activities
Managing the calendar for standardized tests, recommendation letters, essays, and interviews

The webinar will run for approximately 60 minutes followed by Q&A.
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Questions? Call (888) 527-3550 or email newscorp@getintocollege.com

Simplify Your Life
2023-04-04 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
Are you so busy with life that you miss out on what matters most? If so, you’re not alone. Most of us get stuck with physical and emotional clutter. Join us to discuss:
* How modern life can create stress
* Ways to focus on what’s important to you
* Tips to de-clutter and simplify your life

Dealing with Stress
2023-04-06 12:00 - 12:30 (America/New_York) | Virtual

Understanding and Addressing Our Kids’ Challenging Behaviors
2023-04-11 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
What’s covered

Behavior is communication. To address challenging behaviors successfully, you must understand what your child is trying to tell you. This discussion can help you uncover the ‘why’ behind your child’s behavior.
We’ll discuss how to:

Identify the purpose of behavior
Observe what leads to the challenging behaviors
Determine which interventions are most effective
Provide positive behavior supports and de-escalation strategies

Don’t miss this opportunity to discover proven strategies that can help you and your child.
Visit: https://newscorp-brighthorizons.torchlight.care
Employer Code: backup1

Busy and Hectic: The Impact of Stress on Learning
2023-04-13 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
Soccer, art class, play rehearsals, gymnastics, coding club — activities that are supposed to be fun can actually be a major source of stress for your child. Learn how that stress affects brain development and how to alleviate some pressure.

The importance of connection; Addressing loneliness and isolation
2023-04-13 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
Healthy human connections have a direct impact on our ability to cope with daily stressors, feel supported in times of need and on our physical and mental health. Join us for this webinar to discuss:
• How connecting with others improves our physical health
• The mental health benefits of human connection
• What you can do to increase your interactions with others and decrease your loneliness and isolation

The Good, the Bad and the Cumulative - Is All Stress Equal?
2023-04-20 10:15 - 11:00, 2023-04-20 16:15 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
Whether you’re working onsite, from home, or a combination of the two, it can be easy for the lines between stress inside and outside of work to become blurred, and you are far from alone. However, it is important to understand what this stress means for you and when it is time to reach out for help.
In this 30-minute webinar, Jeff Gorter, MSW, LCSW, R3 Continuum’s Vice President of Crisis Response Clinical Service, we will examine the different kinds of stress, how to recognize and manage stress within yourself, and how to seek help when you need it.
Presenters: Jeff Gorter, MSW, LCSW Vice President of Crisis Response Clinical Service R3 Continuum

Wellness for busy people
2023-04-20 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
Self-care is important to live a healthy and more successful life. Join us to learn ways you can eat a healthy diet, exercise, get enough rest, and squeeze in self-care into a busy schedule. Better well-being is possible!

A Caregiver's Guide to In-Home Care
2023-04-26 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
Most families are eventually faced with the decision of hiring in-home care for a loved one who has opted to “age in place”. With in-home care, individuals can receive the comfortable, expert, and individualized care they deserve, while remaining in their own home. But with this phase of life comes many questions.
Join our webinar where our Wellthy care experts will discuss evaluating a need for inhome care, tips and resources for finding in-home care that works for your family, and the many ways that Wellthy Care Coordinators can help with families navigating the world of in-home care.

Making Sense of Roth
2023-04-26 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
Description

No matter your age or career stage, a Roth may be a tax-smart way to help retirement savings grow. In this workshop, you will learn about:
· The basics of Roth IRA and 401(k) accounts
· What is tax diversification and why is it so important
· Eligibility, contribution, and withdrawal rules and what they mean to you

Standardized Testing in the 2020s
2023-04-26 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
(9th to 12th Grade Students)
It’s been awhile since you applied to college, and so much has changed. The SAT was overhauled in 2016, and college requirements are constantly evolving. For those who have a child applying to college, knowing what’s changed over the past 5 years is key to admissions success. This workshop will help you understand the current landscape and prepare your child for a new generation of tests. Key topics covered include:

Which colleges are dropping test requirements and what to do about it
The format of the new SAT and how to prepare for it
Changes to SAT Subject Test and AP policies
How COVID-19 has affected exams

The webinar will run for approximately 45 minutes followed by Q&A.
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Questions? Call (888) 527-3550 or email newscorp@getintocollege.com

Headspace for Work Monthly Webinar: Getting Started with Headspace - A Webinar with Ban Ishii, Engagement Manager at Headspace
2023-04-27 12:30 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
What would work be like with a little less stress? More compassion? Greater focus? Find out with Headspace.
In just a few minutes a day, the Headspace app teaches you to meditate and helps you feel happier, calmer, and more balanced — it’s meditation made simple, even if you’re new to mindfulness.
Join this 30-minute webinar to learn how to learn more about Headspace, try a meditation for yourself, and get started. We’ll also answer any questions you might have.

Unplug to recharge
2023-04-27 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
Most of us use electronics and social media, and while it is hard to deny the advantages of technology, many of us may have an unhealthy attachment.  The constant need to feel connected is affecting us on many different levels.  Feeling like you are caught up in the social media madness and need to recharge?  This workshop will talk about the reasons you need to unplug.
How do we begin to “detox?”
The positives of unplugging to recharge our bodies and minds
Steps to have a better balance

Mental Health Awareness in the Workplace
2023-05-04 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
Register via Navigator in Okta
What do you do when a co-worker seems to have a mental health issue? You don’t have to be a trained therapist to make a difference. In this class from Aetna’s Resources for Living, you’ll learn:

Key statistics on mental health in the workplace
Tools to help someone with a mental health issue
How to have hard conversations
Ways to offer support

Live Meditation with Headspace
2023-05-04 12:00 - 12:30 (America/New_York) | Virtual

Mental health: Best practices at work
2023-05-04 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
The average person spends approximately one-third of their life at work. Learn ways to make your time at work more personally fulfilling by practicing new approaches that can benefit your mental health on daily basis.

Self-Care for Caregivers: Promoting Mental Wellbeing While Caring (with author Susanne White)
2023-05-10 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
For members of Wellthy: Join this discussion of White’s insights and expertise on the emotional challenges that family caregivers face, the impact caring has on mental health, and steps to prioritize self-care and build resilience throughout the caregiving journey.
Register via Navigator in Okta.

Admission to the Ivies and Other Highly Selective Schools: Strategies for Success
2023-05-10 12:30 - 13:30 (America/New_York) | Virtual
(9th to 11th Grade Students)
In today’s competitive admissions world, having top grades and the highest standardized test scores are no longer enough to be admitted to the nation’s top colleges. This webinar will help parents understand:

What admissions officers are really looking for
What your student can do to improve the chances of admission

This Spotlight Series webinar will run for about 45 minutes with time after for questions. Please note: there are a limited number of seats available for this program which will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Questions? Call (888) 527-3550 or email newscorp@getintocollege.com

Anxiety & Depression - Finding Help
2023-05-11 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
What’s covered

Are you trying to improve your own and your family’s mental health and wellbeing? Are you wondering if, when, and how to find professional help for yourself or a loved one? We’ll help you get started on this quest. Join us to discuss concerns about chronic stress, anxiety, depression, and more. Some of the topics we’ll explore include:

How do I best support my child, spouse, or parent when they are experiencing anxiety or depression?
What steps should I take to have myself or a loved one evaluated for a mental health disorder?
Tips and strategies to help you find, evaluate, or switch mental health professionals
The ins and outs of group therapy
How to maintain the wellbeing of the family when one member is experiencing mental health issues

With mental health concerns at an all-time high for youth and adults, you won’t want to miss this helpful and informative event!
Visit: https://newscorp-brighthorizons.torchlight.care
Employer Code: backup1

Twenty minutes to relaxation
2023-05-11 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
You don’t need a lot of time to find a sense of calm and balance. It can be as simple as taking a few deep breaths. Join to learn simple ways to decompress, de-stress and join in a relaxation exercise.

Managing Emotions During Times of Uncertainty
2023-05-11 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
Whether it’s global issues, the economy, finances, health or relationships, much of what lies ahead is uncertain because it’s outside our control. That’s why our mindset is key to coping with difficult situations and facing the unknown with confidence. In this class from Aetna’s Resources for Living you will:

Discuss types of responses during difficult situations
Understand the impact of stress and uncertainty on our emotions
Identify and develop coping strategies
Get tips on creating a plan

Register via Navigator on Okta

World Meditation Day
2023-05-17 09:00 - 09:30 (America/New_York) | Virtual
World Meditation Day creates space and celebration for all of us that make time for our minds.
Join Eve for a live meditation to reflect on our mindfulness practices and how they make the world a happier place. After we meditate, stick around for a Q&A and chat with the Headspace community.

Meditation: Visioning
2023-05-17 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
Brought to you by ClassPass, this session will help you tune into your inner voice and guidance. You’ll gain tools to make empowered choices while having fun along the way.
Register for this via Navigator found on Okta

Stress Management
2023-05-17 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
Brought to you by Aetna’s Resources for Living, this session will help you learn about managing stress in daily life. We will begin with a brief stress relief exercise and then discuss how to:

Define stress and the stress response
Improve the ability to recognize and identify personal stress symptoms
Understand how thoughts and actions contribute to the stress response
Manage stress more effectively through improved evaluation and self-care

Register on Navigator found on Okta

Managing Behaviors That Challenge Adults
2023-05-17 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
Tantrums, hitting, and biting are very difficult behaviors to navigate as a parent or caregiver. Join our experts to learn both preventative and in-the-moment strategies to provide your little one with positive guidance through these challenging times.

Nourishing Meaningful Connection (45 minutes)
2023-05-17 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
Spend time with Dr. Jeremy Nobel of The Foundation for Art & Healing and Project Unlonely. We will watch and discuss a few short films on how to enhance wellbeing.
This event will be in-person at 1211 on the 9th floor in Impact. It will also be streamed for those not at 1211. Register on Navigator found on Okta.

Cultivating Meaningful Conversations with Your Teen
2023-05-17 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
Join a pediatric behavioral health coach from Brightline to get tips for talking to your teen about mental health and navigating other challenging conversations. You’ll also be able to ask questions, get expert advice and hear from other parents. This event is in-person at 1211 on the 9th floor in Impact. It will be streamed for those who are not at 1211.

Register on Navigator found through Okta.
