Introducing Burnout & Resiliency online training

Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, when every facet of our county had to pivot into a new way of working and serving our community, Balanced You has led live trainings around burnout and resiliency. Burnout and compassion fatigue are conditions that can lead to long-term mental and physical health problems and can impact... Continue Reading →

Mental Health Month: The outdoors and nature

Spending time in nature is linked to many positive mental health outcomes – improved focus, lower stress, better mood, and reduced risk of developing a mental health condition. Most studies on nature and well-being look at green spaces like parks and forests, but researchers are also beginning to look at blue spaces – places with... Continue Reading →

Mental Health Month: Creating a healthy home environment

Mental Health Month is celebrated in May of each year. This year, Mental Health America has focused Mental Health Month on encouraging us to "Look around, Look within,” sharing suggestions on ways to improve our surroundings in order to improve our mental health, and how to seek help for mental health challenges.

Balanced You Mindfulness Schedule Spring 2023

Balanced You continues to partner with Mindfulness Northwest to offer free mindfulness classes and workshops to King County employees. All classes are held live on Zoom. Mindfulness is a practice that can help you quiet your mind, find focus, and reduce some of the stress many of us experience.  We have classes available for all employees that... Continue Reading →

Lower your risk for diabetes with Omada

One in three adults has prediabetes -- yet 80% don't know it. Prediabetes is a serious condition caused when your blood sugar levels are higher than normal. It increases the risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and stroke. King County offers Omada, a program that provides proven, one-on-one support to help prevent type 2... Continue Reading →

Get Active & Fit with this Healthy Discount

We know physical fitness resources are important to King County employees and their families.   King County employees covered by our health plans, have access to several gyms for a flat monthly fee through the Active&Fit Direct™ program. Find a flexible fitness lifestyle that will work for you. No long-term contracts, you can add or switch... Continue Reading →

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