Wellness 360 Friday
Rise & Root: A space to clear the noise and begin with intention
Intellectual / Emotional / Occupational / Physical / Spiritual / Social
10:30am-10:50am EST
Rise and Root is a gentle and intentional way to start each day of the symposium. In this short morning session, participants will pause to ground themselves through guided journaling and meditation, reflecting on thought-provoking questions connected to the day’s wellness theme. By taking time to quiet the mind, set intentions, and explore personal insights, participants create space to “root” in self-awareness and “rise” with clarity and focus. This mindful start prepares and energizes participants to more fully engage in the day’s deeper exploration during the Balance Blueprint session that follows.
10:30am-10:50am EST
Rise and Root is a gentle and intentional way to start each day of the symposium. In this short morning session, participants will pause to ground themselves through guided journaling and meditation, reflecting on thought-provoking questions connected to the day’s wellness theme. By taking time to quiet the mind, set intentions, and explore personal insights, participants create space to “root” in self-awareness and “rise” with clarity and focus. This mindful start prepares and energizes participants to more fully engage in the day’s deeper exploration during the Balance Blueprint session that follows.
Balance Blueprint: Building Better Boundaries
Social Dimension
11:00AM -11:50AM EST
Relationships thrive when they’re built on mutual respect and balance—but without boundaries, even positive connections can feel draining sometimes. In this session, we’ll explore how to set limits that protect your time and energy while still nurturing meaningful bonds. Through this interactive presentation and open conversations, you’ll learn how to say “yes” to the relationships that enrich you, gracefully decline when needed, and create space for authentic connection. Discover how healthy boundaries can help you feel more supported, less overwhelmed, and truly connected in your social world.
11:00AM -11:50AM EST
Relationships thrive when they’re built on mutual respect and balance—but without boundaries, even positive connections can feel draining sometimes. In this session, we’ll explore how to set limits that protect your time and energy while still nurturing meaningful bonds. Through this interactive presentation and open conversations, you’ll learn how to say “yes” to the relationships that enrich you, gracefully decline when needed, and create space for authentic connection. Discover how healthy boundaries can help you feel more supported, less overwhelmed, and truly connected in your social world.
DISCLAIMER: The role play scenarios presented during the Boundaries in Balance sessions are entirely hypothetical and intended solely for educational purposes. They do not represent any actual events, DFAS policies, or practices. For guidance or questions related to real workplace situations, please contact your supervisor or servicing HR representative. If you are experiencing personal or work-related challenges, you are encouraged to contact the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at 1-866-580-9046
Sculpt and Core: Carol Talley
Physical Dimension
Sculpt and Core is a low impact; high repetition class using bodyweight or very light weights to strengthen and tone. This is a full body workout that targets the deep stabilizing muscles. All levels welcome
Sculpt and Core is a low impact; high repetition class using bodyweight or very light weights to strengthen and tone. This is a full body workout that targets the deep stabilizing muscles. All levels welcome
Meditation Resting in Reality: The Seat of Movement
Intellectual / Emotional / Physical / Spiritual Dimension
12:00pm-12:30pm EST
Finding Movement in Stillness and Stillness in Movement may sound like quite the oxymoron! But that’s what we’re aiming at in today’s meditation. We might even begin with just a few standing poses, leaning into inner stillness. Settling into our “āsana”, or seat, we can feel into the inner subtlety of the underlying Vibration of Life flowing ever and always in and through us.
12:00pm-12:30pm EST
Finding Movement in Stillness and Stillness in Movement may sound like quite the oxymoron! But that’s what we’re aiming at in today’s meditation. We might even begin with just a few standing poses, leaning into inner stillness. Settling into our “āsana”, or seat, we can feel into the inner subtlety of the underlying Vibration of Life flowing ever and always in and through us.
ConnectWELL Columbus: Building Community, Strengthening Balance
Social Dimension
12:00pm-12:50pm EST
Step into connection during our ConnectWELL session—where wellness meets community! Get to know DFAS Columbus and the wonderful people that work and live there. This lively hybrid event brings colleagues together both in person and virtually to explore the importance of social wellness and the role healthy boundaries play in building strong, supportive relationships. Expect more than just conversation: enjoy fun games, creative activities, and interactive presentations designed to spark new ideas, laughter, and meaningful connections. Whether you’re joining onsite or online, ConnectWELL is your chance to recharge, engage, and experience the power of community in action.
12:00pm-12:50pm EST
Step into connection during our ConnectWELL session—where wellness meets community! Get to know DFAS Columbus and the wonderful people that work and live there. This lively hybrid event brings colleagues together both in person and virtually to explore the importance of social wellness and the role healthy boundaries play in building strong, supportive relationships. Expect more than just conversation: enjoy fun games, creative activities, and interactive presentations designed to spark new ideas, laughter, and meaningful connections. Whether you’re joining onsite or online, ConnectWELL is your chance to recharge, engage, and experience the power of community in action.
Wellness 360 Healthy Happy Hour
Social Dimension
1:00pm-2:00pm EST
We’re closing the symposium with a bang! Get ready for our Healthy Happy Hour, where we’ll wrap up the week's adventure together: Here's what you can expect: DFAS trivia to test your knowledge "Hang time" with the DFAS Wellness Team and your favorite coworkers. A few rounds of a game that will spark equal parts joy and delight. A live demonstration on how to make two delicious and healthy autumn-inspired mocktails—perfect for the season! If you’re joining the drink-making demo, be sure to download the recipes from the Wellness 360 webpage or catch them in the daily Wellness 360 email. It’s going to be a fun and interactive way to wrap up the week!
1:00pm-2:00pm EST
We’re closing the symposium with a bang! Get ready for our Healthy Happy Hour, where we’ll wrap up the week's adventure together: Here's what you can expect: DFAS trivia to test your knowledge "Hang time" with the DFAS Wellness Team and your favorite coworkers. A few rounds of a game that will spark equal parts joy and delight. A live demonstration on how to make two delicious and healthy autumn-inspired mocktails—perfect for the season! If you’re joining the drink-making demo, be sure to download the recipes from the Wellness 360 webpage or catch them in the daily Wellness 360 email. It’s going to be a fun and interactive way to wrap up the week!