We spend a significant portion of our lives at work. Imagine if that time contributed to our overall well-being, rather than detracting from it. This session invites you to explore the idea that wellness isn’t a perk or a productivity booster, but an intrinsic part of a fulfilling work experience. Let’s redefine what it means to thrive in the workplace.

We’ll delve into strategies for fostering a work culture (whether remote, hybrid, or in person) where caring for ourselves, and for one another, is a valued project. Members of Oklahoma State (OSU) Library’s Digital Resources and Discovery Services (DRDS) will share their own experiences of planning, implementing, and benefitting from employee-led wellness activities, as well as benefiting from the well-fostered culture of care at OSU Library. From shared moments of movement and mindfulness to opportunities for creative expression, we'll explore inclusive ways to nourish our bodies, minds, and communities, with the added perk of greater work satisfaction. We’ll also actively practice some of those activities together, starting the session with a short guided meditation, and wrapping things up with an extended group drawing activity for all skill levels. Join us as we actively reimagine the workplace as a space for practicing community care and individual rejuvenation.