Becoming Wildly Resilient

Listen as Jackie Carroll, a health coach withUK HR Health and Wellness, leads you through a unique mediation powered by ArtificialIntelligence. This meditation showcases how we can use AI as a collaborativeresilience tool to deepen our well-being—as something that doesn’t replace intentionalwell-being practice, but as another tool to face life’s diverse resiliencechallenges. Each month, Jackie will deepen the ideas presented by AmyRodquist-Kodet's practice. Thank you for listening, and as always, be well!

Listen as host Amy Rodquist-Kodet, a healthcoach with UK HR Health and Wellness, tells us how we can use artificial intelligence in mindful ways. Amy says, “AI [is] a tool for well-being, not as a replacement for human connection or a shortcut to avoid discomfort but as a powerful partner to help us stay present and focused and even more aligned with our values.” With this attitude,AI can be leveraged as a partner or collaborator! Thank you for listening; and as always, be well!Key Points:1. Intentional AI Use Supports Well-Being: AI can be a helpfulpartner in emotional and intellectual wellness when used with purpose. It helpsreduce stress and improve focus—not by replacing human connection, but bysupporting it.2. If-Then Planning Builds Resilience: Using “implementationintentions” like “If I feel overwhelmed, then I’ll use AI to clarify mynext step” helps shift from stress to action. These simple plans boostfollow-through and reduce mental clutter.3. Tech Should Enhance, Not Replace, Connection: AI canstreamline tasks and communication, but its role is to free up space formeaningful human moments. Clear boundaries and purpose ensures AI use supportsresilience.

Listen as host Sebastian Calmes, Wellness Specialist, and Trey Conatser, Assistant Provost for Teaching & Learning, discuss the essential topic of intellectual well-being. As work and education further integrate with artificial intelligence, what should we be mindful of when using AI, so we take care of our intellectual well-being? What’s the difference between large language models and AI? What is a balanced approach to using AI in a complementary way to our creative and learning endeavors, as opposed to replacing our capacity for creativity, critical thought and engaged learning. It’s time to become more wildly resilient! Key Takeaways: 1. Intellectual well-being is multi-dimensional It includes having a clear sense of purpose, feeling empowered to act (agency), believing in your ability to learn (self-efficacy), connecting with others and knowing your work matters. These elements help people stay engaged and resilient in a changing world. 2. Active learning and motivation awareness are essential Learning is most effective when it’s hands-on and reflective. Understanding what motivates you—and how to activate that motivation—helps you overcome challenges and grow intellectually. 3. AI should support, not replace, human learning Generative AI can enhance learning and creativity when used thoughtfully. Be mindful of what you choose to up-skill and de-skill. The key is to use AI as a tool to practice, reflect and build expertise—not just to get quick answers.

Listen as Jackie Carroll, a health coach with UK HR Health and Wellness, leads you threw an inspirational mediation that helps us reflect on how we can deepen our relationships and have the courage to start new ones! Each month, Jackie will deepen the ideas presented by Amy Rodquist-Kodet's practice. Thank you for listening, and as always, be well!

Listen as host Amy Rodquist-Kodet, a health coach with UK HR Health and Wellness, shares a researched-based, actionable framework for developing genuine trust in professional, family and intimate relationships. By developing trust in our relationships, we establish a space of mutual vulnerability and safety, helping everyone involved to thrive!

Listen as host Sebastian Calmes, wellness specialist, and UK HR Health and Wellness Mental Health Therapists, Rhonda Henry and Kim Releford discuss the essential topic of social well-being. They delve into defining its core elements, explore the benefits of strong social ties for overall health, and examine how diverse relationships contribute to our sense of connection. They also address the impact of digital connections, distinguish between loneliness and solitude, and share strategies for sustaining healthy relationships, navigating conflict and setting effective boundaries in both personal and professional contexts.

Listen as host Jackie Carroll, a health coach with UK HRHealth and Wellness, guides you through gentle reflection, prompting you toconsider your unique gifts and how you can truly serve! This episode encourageslisteners to deepen their investigation of what values they hold closest to themand meditate on how those values can be used for the good of ourselves andothers!

Listen as host Amy Rodquist-Kodet, a health coach with UK HR Health and Wellness, shares the power of the personal mission statement. Discover how this reflection tool can act as your internal compass, clarifying your values and "why" to boost resilience, work satisfaction and overall well-being! 

Listen as host Sebastian Calmes, wellness specialist with UK HR Health and Wellness and Jason Chadwell, senior organizational development specialist with UK Healthcare discuss Occupational Well-being. Jason shares his expert insights on what defines occupational wellbeing, its core elements, and the profound impact of factors like workplace safety and a sense of belonging. We will also explore how to identify when your work might be negatively affecting your well-being the power of a growth mindset and transforming your work experience and why psychological safety is a crucial driver for organizational performance and innovation.

Listen as host Jackie Carroll, a health coach with UK HRHealth and Wellness, leads you through a meditation practice to push backagainst the stigma, shame, and isolation around mental health. Each month,Jackie will guide you through a new meditation aimed at deepening theresilience practice offered by co-host Amy Rodquist-Kodet.

Listen as host Amy Rodquist-Kodet, a health coach with UK HR Health and Wellness, as she guides listeners through a powerful exploration of mental health stigma. Drawing on research from experts like Kristen Neff and Chris Germer, Amy delves into how stigma impacts our inner thoughts, personal relationships and broader communities. This episode offers practical, research-based tools for cultivating self-compassion, providing supportive presence to others and speaking up to challenge societal narratives around mental health, ultimately aiming to build a world where vulnerability is embraced and healing is safe.

Listen as host Sebastian Calmes, a Wellness Specialist with UK HR Health and Wellness and UK HR Health and Wellness Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Mental Health Therapist, Ann Bassoni, tackle the crucial topic of mental health stigma. We define stigma, explore its public and internalized forms and share strategies to combat it. We also contrast societal views on mental versus physical health, define true mental wellbeing, and discuss common conditions like anxiety, depression and PTSD, covering symptoms, diagnostic considerations, and their widespread prevalence. 

Listen as host Jackie Carroll, a health coach with UK HR Health and Wellness, leads you through a meditation practice to deepen your connection with the natural environment. Each month, Jackie will guide you through a new meditation aimed at deepening the resilience practice offered by co-host Amy Rodquist-Kodet.

Listen as host Amy Rodquist-Kodet, a health coach with UK HR Health and Wellness, explores the science behind environmental wellness, showing how connecting with nature reduces stress, improves focus and boosts mood. Learn five simple, research-backed practices—from mindful walks and "green" micro-breaks to nature sounds and getting your hands dirty—that you can easily incorporate into your life to cultivate resilience and feel more grounded. Each month, Amy will explain a new practice you can try to build your resilience and thrive more; thanks for listening and happy practicing!

On this episode of Becoming Wildly Resilient: Conversations, host Sebastian Calmes, a Wellness Specialist with UK HR Health and Wellness and Professor of Preventative Medicine and Environmental Health, Dr. Erin Haynes, explore the multifaceted concept of environmental wellbeing, emphasizing its direct impact on human health through factors like air and noise pollution, chemical exposure, and natural disasters. Dr. Erin Haynes highlighted the critical link between environmental stewardship and public health, advocating for personal and policy driven actions to mitigate hazards and promote sustainability. 

Listen as host Jackie Carroll, a health coach with UK HR Health and Wellness, leads listeners through an exercise designed to slow down and appreciate food. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing the effort and resources that go into producing and delivering food, and guides listeners through sensory exploration of a food item, including sight, smell and taste. Each month, Jackie will guide you through a new meditation aimed at deepening the resilience practice offered by co-host Amy Rodquist-Kodet.

Listen as host Amy Rodquist-Kodet, a health coach with UK HR Health and Wellness, introduces the Mindful Eating practice which focuses on the experience of eating, both internally by recognizing hunger and fullness cues and externally by engaging the senses, which can improve digestion, prevent overeating and reduce stress. Key strategies include eliminating distractions, eating slowly, chewing thoroughly and using a hunger-fullness scale (1-10) to regulate food intake. This practice takes time to develop, but with patience and consistency, it can help individuals build a healthier relationship with food and better honor their body's needs. Each month, Amy will explain a new practice you can try to build your resilience and thrive more; thanks for listening and happy practicing! 

Listen as host Sebastian Calmes, a Wellness Specialist with UK HR Health and Wellness interviews Dr. Karen McNees, a registered dietitian with UK HR Health and Wellness. Dr. McNees explains the difference between intuitive and mindful eating. Intuitive eating is a more holistic approach to food that takes into account your body's natural wisdom and signals. Mindful eating, on the other hand, is more focused on the eating experience itself. She also discussed the dangers of diet culture and how it can lead to people losing touch with their natural hunger and fullness cues. She encourages people to find a balance between eating healthy foods and enjoying the foods they love. 

Listen as host Jackie Carroll, a health coach with UK HR Health and Wellness, introduces a meditation practice focused on navigating change, using her own "Amazon fast" as an example. She encourages listeners to identify a desired change, break it down into small steps, and celebrate each success along the way, emphasizing self-compassion and support. Each month, Jackie will guide you through a new meditation aimed at deepening the resilience practice offered by co-host Amy Rodquist-Kodet.

Listen as host Amy Rodquist-Kodet, a health coach with UK HR Health and Wellness, introduces Dr. BJ Fogg's Tiny Habits method to create sustainable change. The method focuses on starting with small, easily achievable behaviors (tiny behaviors) and linking them to existing routines (anchors), then celebrating immediately after completing the tiny behavior to reinforce it in the brain. By focusing on small steps and positive reinforcement, the Tiny Habits method helps avoid the common pitfalls of large, unsustainable goals and builds momentum over time. Each month, Amy will explain a new practice you can try to build your resilience and thrive more; thanks for listening and happy practicing!