Are you seeking a speaker to address burnout, resilience, and employee well-being?
As an expert in trauma recovery and happiness cultivation, Kelly offers engaging workshops and seminars tailored to medical professionals and corporate teams. With a unique focus on increasing happiness, preventing burnout, and promoting long-term well-being, Kelly’s presentations provide practical, science-based strategies for thriving in demanding environments.
Whether you’re in healthcare, corporate leadership, or any other high-pressure industry, Kelly’s workshops offer actionable insights for creating a healthier, happier, more productive workforce.
Featured Topic:
Cultivating Happiness in Challenging Environments
Sample Program Overview (6 hour workshop)
(Can be adjusted to meet the needs of your team)
Focus: Teach participants to cultivate joy and happiness as practical, science-backed skills that enhance personal and professional well-being.
1. Welcome and Framing the Day (30 minutes)
- Icebreaker Activity: “A small moment that brought me joy recently.”
- Framing Happiness: Introduce the idea that happiness is a skill, not a constant state, and that it’s about returning to joy after challenges.
- Workshop Objectives: Emphasize learning actionable tools for cultivating happiness and resilience.
2. The Science of Joy and Resilience (1 hour)
- The Neuroscience of Happiness:
- How dopamine, serotonin, and oxytocin influence our emotions and motivation.
- The role of neural plasticity: Training your brain to focus on positivity.
- The Psychology of Resilience:
- Resilience as the ability to adapt and grow in adversity.
- Key contributors: Emotional regulation, optimism, and a growth mindset.
- The Mind-Body Connection:
- How mindfulness reduces cortisol and improves emotional regulation.
- Heart rate variability and its link to mental and physical resilience.
- Interactive Activity:
- Group discussion: “Think of a time when you overcame a challenge. What made it possible?”
- Share how these factors relate to the science of joy and resilience.
3. Building Emotional Resilience Through Positivity (45 minutes)
- Positive Practices:
- Gratitude journaling: Its impact on mood and brain chemistry.
- Mindfulness: Cultivating present-moment awareness to reduce stress.
- Self-compassion: How kindness toward yourself rewires emotional responses.
- Practical Applications:
- Morning rituals for setting a positive tone.
- “Pause and breathe” techniques for stressful moments.
- Activity:
- Practice a guided mindfulness exercise focused on emotional grounding.
Break: 15 minutes
4. Creating Micro-Moments of Joy (1 hour)
- The Science Behind Micro-Moments:
- How small, positive interactions release oxytocin and strengthen relationships.
- Examples: Smiling, gratitude expressions, and acts of kindness.
- Practical Ideas for Busy Schedules:
- Find joy in transitions: Walk between meetings, savor your coffee.
- Engage with colleagues: Acknowledge their efforts or share a moment of humor.
- Activity:
- Create a “Micro-Moment Map” of your day, identifying where small joys can be integrated.
5. Designing Your Joyful Day (1 hour)
- Why Routines Matter:
- The power of habits: Turning happiness practices into autopilot behaviors.
- Building Your Toolkit:
- Ideas: Gratitude partners, motivational playlists, uplifting podcasts, or calming apps.
- Integrating mindfulness into daily activities (e.g., mindful eating or walking).
- Interactive Element:
- Participants create personalized “Happiness Toolkits” and share ideas with the group.
Lunch Break: 45 minutes
6. Fostering Joy in Teams and Workplaces (1 hour)
- The Ripple Effect of Joy:
- How positive emotions spread within teams and impact workplace culture.
- Creating a Supportive Environment:
- Recognize contributions regularly.
- Encourage open dialogue and collaboration.
- Activity: Brainstorm small changes that could improve joy in participants’ workplaces.
7. Reflection and Action Planning (1 hour)
- Turning Insights into Action:
- Develop three personal goals for cultivating happiness and resilience.
- Share commitments to foster accountability and community.
- Closing Activity: Gratitude exercise—write a gratitude letter or identify three things that bring joy.
Why It Works
- Grounded in Science: Provides participants with evidence-based insights into how happiness and resilience are cultivated.
- Action-Oriented: Every session focuses on takeaways that participants can immediately apply in their lives.
- Engaging and Collaborative: Incorporates group discussions and interactive exercises to deepen learning and connection.
Who Would Benefit from This Workshop?
- Medical Teams: Healthcare providers, therapists, nurses, and other professionals who face high emotional demands.
- Corporate Teams: Employees, managers, and leaders seeking ways to balance productivity with personal well-being and prevent workplace burnout.
Why Hire Kelly to Speak?
- Expertise & Credibility: Kelly’s background as a trauma therapist and resilience expert uniquely positions her to speak on well-being and happiness in the workplace.
- Practical Takeaways: Participants leave with real-world strategies that can be immediately applied to their personal and professional lives.
- Tailored Content: Workshops and seminars are customized to address the specific needs of your industry, whether healthcare, corporate, or other sectors facing unique challenges.
Client Testimonials:
“Kelly’s workshop was transformative for our healthcare team. The tools we gained to prevent burnout and prioritize self-care have already made a noticeable difference.”
“This seminar was exactly what our leadership team needed to manage stress and build resilience. Kelly provided actionable insights that have improved our work culture.”
“Engaging, insightful, and practical—Kelly’s session exceeded our expectations and provided a lasting impact on our team’s well-being.”
Booking Information:
Kelly offers half-day and full-day options to fit your organization’s schedule and needs. Available for both in-person and virtual events.
Let’s discuss how Kelly can contribute to the health and success of your team.
Contact us to schedule a session or email us at kelly@emotionalacuity.net for more details.
