Employer Webinars

Join Cindy and Marissa as they review the current research on the varying types of micro workout routines, including activity types, frequency and duration of exercise. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

One in 26 people will be diagnosed with epilepsy in their lifetime. Renee Roederer, senior director of programs and community care at the Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan, will join Cindy and Marissa to talk about epilepsy awareness, address common misconceptions and share opportunities to get involved in epilepsy advocacy and community.

Join Cindy and Marissa as they provide you with a Holiday Challenge to launch for the month of December to keep your employees well-being on Santa’s nice list.

Join Marissa as she leads us in 15-minute pre-holiday meditation class.

Join Cindy and Marissa as they share their favorite ways to keep their fitness level up during the winter. Bring your ideas to share with others. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Join Cindy and Marissa as they discuss how connecting with others is essential for your well-being and can enhance your holiday experience contributing to a healthier, happier holiday season. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Join Cindy and Marissa to learn how to make a meditative glitter jar. If you would like to make one along with them, bring a small clear plastic or glass jar or bottle with a lid, a small bottle of clear Elmer’s glue, fine glitter or metallic confetti and warm water. Optional: Food coloring, little figurines or pebbles. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Meijer Registered Dietitians Beth Eggleston and Jodie Vander Meer join Cindy and Marissa to explore the art of crafting delicious and refreshing mocktails that are both flavorful and nutritious. Also discover the perfect pairings for these nonalcoholic beverages. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Join Cindy and Marissa as they discuss two recent studies that associate physical activity minutes and intensity needed for lower risk of mortality and maximum benefits. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Dr. Amy Milewski, Associate Chief Medical Officer, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, joins Cindy and Marissa to discuss common sleep disorders, why you should prioritize your sleep and how to improve your sleep quality. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Join Cindy and Marissa as they lead you through the process of choosing your Word of the Year to be written on a rock and displayed on your desk. Your personal word will be your well-being focus for 2025. Bring a rock and a permanent marker, although this also can be done on a piece of paper or in a journal. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Join Cindy and Marissa as they roll out a variety of well-being challenges that you can customize and use for your 2025 well-being program. You can download the challenges, which will include customizable emails and fillable trackers.

Join Cindy and Marissa and their special guests for a Valentine's Day Couples Workout. If your special someone isn't with you during the live workout, grab them later and watch on demand. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Join Cindy and Marissa as they share this unique way to create mindfulness with everyday motion, including gardening, yardwork and cleaning. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Join Cindy and Marissa as they discuss the science-based benefits of the human-animal interaction and how it enhances overall well-being. If you'd like us to include a picture of your pet, send it to bluecrossvirtualwell-being@bcbsm.com by February 1. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Join Cindy and Marissa for a conversation on why joining a local walking or hiking club may improve your overall well-being. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Join Cindy and Marissa as they discuss the steps you can take to rewild your landscape by transforming traditional lawns into natural, biodiverse areas that support wildlife, improve ecosystem health and enhance your connection to nature. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Join Cindy and Marissa as they explain why they both purchased a rebounder mini-trampoline and added it into their weekly workout schedule. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Join Cindy and Marissa as they review a 2023 study that suggested climbing five flights of stairs per day is associated with a 20% decreased risk in in ASCVD defined as coronary artery disease, ischemic stroke or acute complications. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page. Register here.

Join Cindy and Marissa as they review the many health benefits of staying hydrated. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Join Cindy and Marissa to learn the details of the new digital well-being platform Blue Cross is launching January 2025. This enhanced, more modern digital well-being platform will offer members a more personalized, engaging experience.

Watch this webinar then send it to your teen to start a discussion about behavioral health. Dr. Kristyn Gregory and Laura Cardamone, LMSW, from Venture Counseling, will help adults and teens understand common teen behavioral health issues, including symptoms of teen anxiety and depression, and when to seek help. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Ally Quenneville joins Marissa to provide a better understanding of sugar, including how to decode food labels, reduce overall sugar intake and beat those pesky sugar cravings. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Join Cindy and Marissa as they welcome Lindsay Boudinot from OncoHealth to learn about breast cancer facts and risk factors, screenings and what it means if you have dense breasts. Lindsay will also walk through the experience of having a mammogram to empower you to make informed decisions. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Are you smarter than Cindy? Test your knowledge against her in 2024 Virtual Well-Being Topic Trivia. If you missed a show and want to prep, you can visit our Past Webinars tab on bluecrossvirtualwellbeing.com. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Join Cindy and Marissa as they explore two different types of friendships — individual and group. Which one works better for you to improve your well-being? A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Suicide survivor David Murray, a Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan employee, shares with Cindy and Marissa the challenges he has faced living with severe depression and anxiety. David will explain how he has come through dark days to experience everyday contentment. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Join Cindy and Marissa as they review the science around awe and urge you to seek out and experience awe in the everyday. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Join us as Dr. Parker discusses the Bristol Stool Chart — a tool health care professionals use that classifies stools into seven types. Based on your stool’s appearance, you may identify problems to discuss with your doctor. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Cindy and Marissa visit a certified organic tea farm in Leelanau County, MI and speak with founder, Angela Macke, about the process of growing and brewing tea and the associated health benefits. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Fitness trainer Bailee Georgeson joins Cindy and Marissa to explain the low-impact, high-intensity workouts that are trending. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Join us for this immersive experience where Marissa will lead a 20-minute sound bath class. For those who will be lying down, grab a yoga mat or towel. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Join us to learn what to look for in a walking shoe and why your footwear matters during Cindy’s visit to Playmakers, a footwear and apparel store in Okemos, MI. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Join Marissa and art teacher Sara for a neurographic art workshop. This form of art combines drawing, doodling and mindfulness to help reduce stress and promote relaxation. Bring a felt-tip marker or pen and a piece of paper to create your NeuroLines. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Join Cindy and Marissa to learn how to live a life with yutori, the Japanese concept of living with spaciousness. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Join Cindy and Marissa to learn the science behind why taking an adventure can affect your brain and change your life. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Join Cindy and Marissa to learn how to avoid an amygdala hijack which is an intense emotional reaction that’s out of proportion to a stressful situation.

Join and receive the 14-Day Gratitude Challenge that you can share with your employees as part of your well-being program.

Join Cindy and Marissa as they review their top desk exercises to stay energized throughout the workday. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Grounding – or earthing – is when your skin touches the earth (sand, soil, bodies of water, trees, etc.) as part of a mindfulness practice. Join Cindy and Marissa as they explain this practice and possible benefits. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Come fika with us live. Bring your coffee or tea and a sweet treat for an official fika break with Cindy and Marissa. This Swedish concept is used for socialization and relaxation with friends, family and co-workers. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Healthy meals can be delicious and inexpensive. Cindy and Marissa each had $15 to shop with Meijer dietitians Beth Eggleston and Jodie Vander Meer and use those ingredients to cook a healthy dinner for four. Join them as they talk about their shopping experience and reveal their meals. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Join us as Cindy and Marissa review new studies on how the lack of sleep may cancel out cognitive benefits from exercise and how sleep resets your brain’s way of processing information. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Bring a piece of paper or your journal and something to draw with and learn how to draw your day as a journaling practice. No artistic ability needed. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Join Cindy and Marissa as they explain what a “bubble of love” is and how you can create this protective space for yourself and your well-being. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Bring a piece of paper and something to write with so you can build an intentional joy list that will support your emotional well-being. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Studies correlate the ability to sit and rise from the floor without help with a longer life expectancy. Okinawans – who have a higher-than-average number of centenarians – are known for the practice sitting on the floor when eating, visiting, reading and relaxing. Join Cindy and Marissa as they discuss this practice for better posture, flexibility, muscle strength and possible longevity. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Completing a physical or mental challenge can change your brain. Cindy and Marissa will guide you through the science and motivate you to select a personal challenge goal. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Join and receive the 7-Day Stress Less Challenge that you can share with your employees as part of your well-being program.

Kristi Thomas, DDS, MPH, FICD, joins Cindy and Marissa to discuss the connection between oral and overall health, the importance of developing a strong relationship with your dental home and the physical and financial value of dental checkups. Bring your questions. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Bring some paper and a pen and join Cindy and Marissa as they guide you in developing your morning affirmations to rewire your brain for the day. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Learn the health benefits of mobility training as Physical Therapist Kai Nimtz demonstrates various mobility exercises for healthy aging. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Dr. Aaron Kobernick will join Cindy and Marissa for a discussion on springtime allergies and how to cope with the symptoms. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Join Cindy and Marissa for a downloadable and customizable nutrition challenge you can launch at your worksite encouraging your employees to eat three servings of vegetables a day for a week. We’re providing this challenge because globally vegetable consumption is low and ranges between only one to two servings per day. It's well known that a higher consumption of fruits and vegetables is associated with a lower risk of death. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Join Cindy and Marissa as they review Kakeibo, a Japanese financial philosophy focusing on mindful budgeting. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Finding your sense of purpose and meaning in life leads to a higher overall well-being and can serve as a guide to help you obtain your life goals. Start this important work during this show. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Join Cindy and Marissa as they review new research on the importance of finding a hobby and how that provides you the freedom to explore without worrying about perfection. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Margaret Vainio, Asahi Nordic head trainer from Finland, and Jill Bevins, Asahi Nordic instructor, will join Cindy and Marissa for a discussion and demonstration on this Finnish mind-body health practice. Asahi was designed to meet the modern medical recommendations for healthy physical activity for all ages of people in all states of health. The movements are done slowly in a state of awareness. No background music is used. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Dr. Melissa Sundermann, DO, will join Cindy and Marissa to discuss the potential benefits of movement in nature with respect to physical health, mental health and well-being. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Join us as Dr. Chandrasekhar discusses how gut microbiome affects the digestion of food, the immune system and other processes within the body. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Join Cindy and Marissa for tips on how to plant a pollinator garden to attract bees, butterflies, hummingbirds and other critters that aid in the pollination of food and flowers and boost your well-being. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Supporting employees’ well-being also includes helping those experiencing the various stages of menopause. Dr. Kathleen Green from Maven will join Cindy and Marissa to discuss how you can support your employees. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Bring a piece of paper and a pen and join Cindy and Marissa to design your personal 2024 well-being roadmap. They’ll review the components of well-being and provide you time to set your personal goals for 2024. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Join us to make a heart-shaped origami gratitude note you can use as a gift tag or give to someone to express your appreciation. Bring a letter-sized or square piece of decorative paper — wrapping paper works well — scissors and something to write with. A version of this webinar for your employees can be found on the member landing page.

Join to hear Dr. Ferguson’s advice on how seniors can plan and prepare for a healthy winter to support physical and mental well-being. A version of this webinar for your employees can be found on the member landing page.

Join us to learn about Swedish death cleaning. This is a well-known concept in Swedish and Scandinavian culture where you remove unnecessary items from your home so your family will not be burdened with the task after you pass. A version of this webinar for your employees can be found on the member landing page.

Join us to receive a one-week holiday challenge you can use at your worksite during the holiday season. Each day of the challenge participants will be asked to engage in a well-being activity.

Join us to learn how to develop a positive mindset towards physical activity, which research says may positively affect your other health habits. A version of this webinar for your employees can be found on the member landing page.

Join us to find out why so many people are attending the weekly Virtual Well-Being meditations. Marissa will review the various types of meditations and discuss how she develops and tailors them. A version of this webinar for your employees can be found on the member landing page.

Join us as we explain how to build pizzas using healthier toppings and ingredients. This webinar will be led by Katie Tymkew, registered dietitian at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Recipes will be available to download. A version of this webinar for your employees can be found on the member landing page.

Join Catherine Passmore as she leads a reflective writing workshop. Reflective writing uses a painting, poem, quote, memory or object to evoke an emotion and then writing to explore your response. This is a workshop for everyone — not just writers. Come with a piece of paper and something to write with. A version of this webinar for your employees can be found on the member landing page.

Join us to learn how naming your emotions can strengthen the neural networks between your thoughts and feelings, leading to resiliency. A version of this webinar for your employees can be found on the member landing page.

Join us as Julia Kyle, director of Behavioral Health Strategy and Planning at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, explains the different types of grief and strategies to cope with it. A version of this webinar for your employees can be found on the member landing page.

Join Cindy and Marissa at Happy Hooves Equine where the founder Crystal Birchmeier-Diehl and Adam Diehl show how they partner with horses to promote connection and belonging to improve well-being. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Join Cindy and Marissa to learn what radical acceptance is and how you can use it to let go of what you can’t or choose not to change in your life. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Join Cindy and Marissa for a discussion on various types of clutter (physical environment, digital, emotional and spiritual) and its cumulative effect on our well-being. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Former Detroit Lions quarterback Eric Hipple joins us to promote World Suicide Prevention Day, September 10, to discuss suicide ideation, prevention and stigma. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Join Cindy and Marissa as they answer the most asked questions chatted in by participants so far this year. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Join Cindy and Marissa as they talk about how power naps can improve your memory, job performance, make you more alert and ease stress. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Join Cindy and Marissa as they discuss the science behind why talking to yourself out loud can motivate you, help you focus, combat self-criticism and process stress. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Join Cindy and Marissa to learn the difference between responding and reacting to difficult situations. Leaders can use the skill of responding to have more productive conversations with team members. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Join Cindy and Marissa for a discussion on how employers are using Niksen, the Dutch art of doing nothing, to help employees reduce stress and improve creativity. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Join us as we discuss the benefits of celebrating and nurturing friendships in preparation for International Friendship Day, July 30. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Choose one of the world’s most popular trails and walk, bike, run or roll to complete this hiking challenge. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

Dr. Teronto Robinson joins us for a discussion on the importance of safely and intentionally incorporating daily physical activity into seniors’ lives. A version of this webinar for your employees is on the member landing page.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Join Cindy and Marissa for a demonstration of 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.

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.

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.

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

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.