The Balanced Self

Dr. Tyon Hall, Director of the Center for Physician Well-being and Dr. Amber Orman, Chief Wellness Officer of Adventhealth Medical Group are thrilled to announce a well-being collaboration in 2025. This year's theme is The Balanced Self, a journey that promises to enhance your personal and professional harmony and, ultimately, your overall well-being.

Starting in January 2025, you can embark on a diverse journey towards balance, optimizing essential skills such as emotional regulation, decision-making, and adaptability. There's something for everyone, from virtual HEAL Healer Chats to on-campus Humans before Heroes groups, resident Thrive Sessions, retreats, and Cabana exercises. You can also find valuable information on Well-being Wednesdays in the physician lounges. This program offers a holistic approach to personal growth, empowering individuals to navigate life's challenges with confidence and grace.

** A free Cabana App subscription is available only for AHMG employees.

Tyon Hall, PhD, LMFT

Director of The Center for Physician Well-Being

Dr. Tyon Hall is a licensed psychotherapist specializing in systemic change and dealing with strained relationships in personal and organizational contexts. She is certified in Cognitive Processing Therapy and Integrative Behavioral Couples Therapy, and trained in Solution-Focused, Narrative, and Accelerated Resolution therapies. With over 21 years of experience in non-profit and federal organizations, and more than 14 years in healthcare, Dr. Hall has led initiatives like the Intentional Well-Being Retreat. A former president of the Florida Association for Marriage and Family Therapy, she focuses on the well-being of healthcare providers, offering a safe, culturally competent, and whole-person approach to therapy.

Amber Orman, MD, DipABLM

Chief Wellness Officer, Florida Division

Chief Wellness Officer, AHMG

Dr. Amber Orman is a double board-certified radiation oncologist and lifestyle medicine specialist focusing on breast cancer treatment and prevention. She is the first ever Chief Wellness Office (CWO) of AdventHealth Medical Group. She is also the co-founder of the HEAL (Healthy Eating and Active Lifestyle) program at AdventHealth in Orlando, Florida. HEAL is an 8-week lifestyle medicine program designed to educate and inspire cancer patients to make positive changes to decrease cancer recurrence and improve overall health span.

Quarter 1: Compass

This quarter focuses on the compass portion of the balanced self. Compass consists of two focus areas: Values and Foundations.

January 2025: Values

Values are the guiding principles that shape our behavior and inform our decision-making process. They represent our beliefs or ideals that we hold dear and are deeply committed to. Values help us define who we are as individuals and what we stand for. This Focus Area will help you identify your values, reflect on what is most important to you, and give you tools to live in alignment with them, guiding your life's journey.

January Challenge: Schedule a 1:1 values exercise with Cabana to review or create your values compass.

Upcoming Events:

January 21, 2025 – 11:30am – 1:30pm – HUMANS BEFORE HEROES – Winter Park Bradley Conference Room
January 28, 2025 - 12:00 – 1:00 pm – HEALER CHAT - “Values at Work—Aligning Personal Beliefs with Daily Actions”
- Microsoft Teams meeting
- Click here to join the meeting
- Meeting ID: 240 041 815 459
- Passcode: jawBUw

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February 2025: Foundations

Foundations is the bedrock for your mental wellness journey. Building a strong foundation for mental health and personal growth takes time and effort, but it is a worthwhile investment in yourself. The Foundations Focus Area will dive in and assess the many layers that make up an individual, ultimately providing you with a starting point to build upon.

February Challenge: Fixed Mindset Triggers Guided Exercise

EVENTS:

February 25, 2025 - 12:00 – 1:00 pm – HEALER CHAT - “Mindset at Work: Harness Growth and Overcome Fixed Thinking”
- Microsoft Teams meeting
- Click here to join the meeting
- Meeting ID: 240 041 815 459
  Passcode: jawBUw

February 12, 2025 – 11:30am – 1:30pm – Humans Before Heroes – Winter Garden

February 18, 2025 – 11:30am – 1:30pm – Humans Before Heroes – Altamonte

February 24 – 28, 2025 – Thank a Resident Week

February 26 – Winter Park – 12:00pm – 1:30pm

February 27 – East Orlando – 11:00am – 2:00pm

February 28 – South Orlando – 7:00am - 2pm

March 2025: Foundations

Your inner voice can be your greatest ally or your harshest critic. The inner voice, also known as self-talk, is the constant stream of thoughts and beliefs that run through our minds. It can be positive and uplifting or negative and critical. The good news is we can shape this inner voice and make it work for us instead of against us. This path will help you cultivate a positive inner voice, guiding you to practice deeper self-compassion.

March Challenge: Challenging Negative Self-Talk Worksheet

Upcoming Events:

March 25, 2025 - 12:00 – 1:00 pm – HEALER CHAT - “Silencing Imposter Syndrome: Cultivating a Confident Inner Voice at Work”
- - Microsoft Teams meeting
  - Click here to join the meeting
  - Meeting ID: 240 041 815 459
    Passcode: jawBUw
March 11, 2025: 12:00 – 1:00pm – Humans Before Heroes – Kissimmee Campus
March 18, 2025: 12:00 – 1:00pm – Humans Before Heroes – Celebration Campus

April 2025: Emotions

Emotions are a natural part of life, and everyone experiences them. Yet, at times, they can become too much to handle and difficult to control. It's important to remember that emotions are not inherently good or bad; they are simply messages that our minds and bodies are sending us. In this Focus Area, you will learn about the importance of acknowledging and accepting your emotions as a first step towards managing them in healthy ways.

Navigating intense emotions can be daunting, and everyone interprets the same emotions differently. This path will lead you to unlock a profound understanding of your emotions. We'll dive into the intricate layers of emotional wellness and upon completing this path, you'll possess an enriched emotional toolkit to skillfully navigate your inner world

April Challenge: Build Your Personal Emotional Vocabulary List

Upcoming Events:

April 22, 2025 – 12:00 – 1:00 pm – HEALER CHAT “ Rethinking Happiness: A Journey, Not a Destination” - Supporting content “The Happiness Misconceptionˮ
- - Microsoft Teams meeting
  - Click here to join the meeting
  - Meeting ID: 240 041 815 459
    Passcode: jawBUw
April 26, 2025 – AHMG Wellness Department Family Block Party
April 25 – 27, 2025 – Annual Intentional Well-Being Retreat – Sarasota, FL

May 2025: Communication

Communication is the foundation upon which we build our relationships, both personal and professional. But what happens when communication breaks down? Misunderstandings, hurt feelings, and even conflict can arise when we fail to communicate effectively. In this Focus Area, we'll explore the importance of communication in our personal growth and mental health journey and provide practical steps to improve your communication skills.

Effective communication is at the core of every successful relationship, whether it be personal or professional. It is through communication that we build meaningful connections with others and foster a sense of community. On this path you'll gain insights about the four types of communication styles, discover your default style, and acquire the skills needed to identify the communication style of those around you for effective communication.

MAY CHALLENGE: Analyzing Communication Styles

Upcoming Events:

May 5, 2025 – 12-12:30pm & 1-1:30pm – Soundbath Event – East Orlando Campus – Precedo Conference Rooms
May 13, 2025 – 11:30am – 1:30pm – HUMANS BEFORE HEROES – South Orlando – 601 East Rollins Street Orlando, FL 32803 - Creation Room C
May 17, 2025 – 10:00am – 12:00pm – Equine Therapy – Crossroads Corral – Registration required (Limited to 15 slots)
May 20, 2025 - Healer Chat “Communication that Connects”
- - Microsoft Teams meeting
  - Click here to join the meeting
  - Meeting ID: 240 041 815 459
    Passcode: jawBUw
May 23, 2025 - HEAL Wellness Summit: Center for Health and Well-being

June 2025: Communication

Setting boundaries is the cornerstone of healthy relationships, both personal and professional. But what happens when boundaries are not clearly communicated? Resentment, burnout, and misunderstandings can arise when we fail to express our needs effectively. This month, we will explore the importance of communicating boundaries as part of your personal growth and mental health journey and provide practical steps to help you set and maintain boundaries with confidence and clarity.

June Challenge: Boundaries Meditation and Boundaries Exercise

Upcoming Events:

June 24, 2025 - 12:00 – 1:00 pm - Healer Chat: “Drawing the Line: Mastering the Art of Communicating Boundaries with Confidence”
- - Microsoft Teams meeting
  - Click here to join the meeting
  - Meeting ID: 240 041 815 459
    Passcode: jawBUw
June 19, 2025 - 12:00 - 1:00pm - Humans Before Heroes – East Orlando

July 2025: Decision Making and Cognitive Skills

Making decisions can be a challenging process that we face every day. Some choices may seem easy, while others can leave us feeling uncertain and overwhelmed. However, there are ways to approach decision-making that can help reduce stress and increase the likelihood of making a choice you feel confident in. In this Focus Area, we’ll help guide you through some effective strategies for making confident decisions.

JULY CHALLENGE: Creating a Decision Making Process

Upcoming Events:

July 15, 2025 – 11:30am – 1:30pm – HUMANS BEFORE HEROES – Apopka
July 22, 2025 – 11:30am – 1:30pm – HUMANS BEFORE HEROES – Winter Park
July 22, 2025 - Healer Chat “Choice Clarity: Steps Toward Confident Decision-Making”
- - Microsoft Teams meeting
  - Click here to join the meeting
  - Meeting ID: 240 041 815 459
    Passcode: jawBUw

August 2025: Cognitive Skills

Cognitive skills refer to the mental processes that enable us to obtain and use knowledge effectively. These abilities include attention, memory, perception, and problem-solving, and are essential to our everyday lives. These skills greatly influence our capacity to learn, communicate, and engage with the world. It's important to note that cognitive skills can be improved through practice and training, precisely what we'll be doing in this Focus Area.

August Challenge: Create an Executive Skills Practice Plan

Upcoming Events:

August 26, 2025 - 12:00 – 1:00 pm - Healer Chat: “Boost Your Brainpower: Mastering Executive Function Skills for Workplace Success”
- - Microsoft Teams meeting
  - Click here to join the meeting
  - Meeting ID: 240 041 815 459
    Passcode: jawBUw
August 4, 2025 - 12:00 - 2:00pm - Sound Bath – East Orlando
August 5, 2025 - 12:00 - 1:00pm - Humans Before Heroes – Altamonte
August 19, 2025 - 12:00 - 1:00pm - Humans Before Heroes – Winter Garden

September 2025: Cognitive Skills

Cognitive skills are the foundation of thinking, learning, and solving problems. But what happens when these essential abilities are underdeveloped or overlooked? Challenges in focus, organization, and decision-making can arise, impacting both personal and professional growth. In this Path, we’ll dive into four key cognitive skills—critical thinking, working memory, planning/prioritizing, and sustained

attention—and explore how strengthening them can enhance your performance, decision-making, and overall mental well-being.

September Challenge: Effective Strategies for Planning and Prioritizing Tasks

Upcoming Events:

September 23, 2025 - 12:00 – 1:00 pm - Healer Chat: “Sharpen Your Mind: Unlocking the Power of Essential Cognitive Skills”
- - Microsoft Teams meeting
  - Click here to join the meeting
  - Meeting ID: 240 041 815 459
    Passcode: jawBUw
September 12, 2025 - 10:00am – 2:00pm - South Orlando - GME Thrive Session
September 16, 2025 - 12:00 – 1:00pm - Celebration - Humans Before Heroes
September 23, 2025 - 12:00 – 1:00pm - Kissimmee - Humans Before Heroes