Leisure Education Workshop for Burnout & Stress

Date: May 30, 2024

Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Cost: $65 +HST

Location: Jess Jones Recreation Therapy, 1124 Gainsborough Road, London

Age: 18+

Goal: The terminal goal of the Leisure Education Workshop is to empower participants with the attitudes, knowledge, and values necessary to leverage leisure activities as a means of reducing stress, preventing burnout, and promoting holistic wellness.

Target Audience:

Working Professionals: Employees from any sector who experience high levels of job stress, long hours, and work-related pressure. This includes corporate employees, healthcare workers, educators, and those in high-stress environments like tech and finance.

Managers and Executives: Leaders who not only face their own stress but also the stress of managing teams and organizational pressures. They might be interested in learning how to integrate leisure for personal benefit and to improve their leadership by managing stress more effectively.

Entrepreneurs and Small Business Owners: Individuals who often juggle multiple roles and face the stress of maintaining and growing a business, who may lack the time or knowledge to effectively incorporate leisure and relaxation into their busy schedules.

Parents, Especially Working Parents: Individuals balancing the demands of both work and family life, who are prone to burnout and might be looking for effective ways to incorporate leisure for stress management.

Caregivers: People involved in the long-term care of family members with illnesses or disabilities, whose responsibilities may lead to high levels of personal stress and emotional fatigue.

Healthcare Professionals: Nurses, doctors, therapists, and other healthcare providers who work in high-stress environments and need strategies to prevent burnout and maintain their own well-being.

Students, Particularly in Higher Education: University students who are facing the pressures of academics, future career concerns, and personal development, who might benefit from structured leisure activities to reduce stress.

HR and Wellness Program Coordinators: Professionals tasked with developing and implementing wellness programs within organizations, looking for new and effective solutions to enhance employee well-being.

Description: Join us for a comprehensive Leisure Education Workshop focusing on attitudes, knowledge, and values about leisure, tailored specifically to support stress reduction and prevent or recover from burnout. Led by experienced recreation professionals, this workshop will equip participants with practical skills and insights to effectively utilize leisure as a tool for stress management and overall well-being.

Benefits:

Attitude Shift: Participants will develop a positive attitude towards leisure as a valuable tool for self-care and stress reduction, recognizing its importance in maintaining balance and well-being.

Knowledge Enhancement: Through interactive discussions and educational sessions, participants will gain a deeper understanding of the role of leisure in stress management and burnout prevention, learning practical strategies to implement in their daily lives.

Values Clarification: The workshop will facilitate reflection on personal values and priorities, helping participants align their leisure choices with their individual needs and goals for stress reduction and well-being.

Skill Acquisition: Participants will acquire practical skills and techniques for incorporating leisure activities into their routines in a meaningful and effective way, maximizing their potential for stress relief and burnout recovery.

Empowerment: By empowering participants to take an active role in managing their leisure time and utilizing it as a proactive tool for stress reduction and burnout prevention, the workshop promotes a sense of self-efficacy and personal agency in achieving overall wellness.

Note: The workshop will include a combination of didactic presentations, interactive activities, and group discussions aimed at fostering a supportive and collaborative learning environment. Participants are encouraged to come with an open mind and a willingness to explore new perspectives and approaches to leisure and stress management.

About Us: Jess Jones Recreation Therapy is dedicated to providing high-quality Therapeutic Recreation, Leisure Education and Counseling to humans of all ages and abilities through creativity, connection and curiosity. We pride ourselves on an advantageous team that brings education, research, experience and compassion to the table. Jess Jones Recreation Therapy Inc. was founded in June of 2021. What started off as only providing sensory exploration kit subscriptions has grown into serving hundreds of humans of all ages and abilities nationwide with one-to-one and group therapeutic recreation programming! With a focus on serving children with intellectual and developmental disabilities with an FASD specialization, we are also experts in providing programming to adults and seniors alike.