Live Well and Thrive

Over the next few weeks, we'll be digging into our show archives. We'll highlight three past episodes that each embody why we launched this program in the first place. When we started this podcast three years ago, we...

<p>You don’t have to be a news junkie to know that we are a deeply divided nation when it comes to politics. We’ve become polarized and estranged from one another over issues large and small. As we approach another...

For Breast Cancer Awareness month we’re talking with two female leaders on the Kaiser Permanente Northern California team – both with unique perspectives on breast cancer prevention and early detection. Dr. Monica...

<p>We live in a hyperconnected world. So many of us use our phones or other digital devices to access news and information, to stay connected to one another, and to just do our jobs. But at this point, it goes without...

<p>*This conversation will contain reference to substance abuse and suicidal ideation. If you or someone you know is struggling, you can call the national suicide prevention hotline, 988.*</p><br><p>Have you ever felt...

<p>At KP we are continually innovating to create new tools and resources to support employee well-being, including programs addressing personal burnout. Today we’ll learn about the Thrive Series, a set of workshops and...

<p>Today we’re looking at the important work Kaiser Permanente is doing around environmental stewardship; how climate change is impacting people’s health; and how we can contribute to slow the pace of a warming planet...

Hear two heartwarming stories about sexuality and gender identity from leaders in Kaiser Permanente, both of whom experienced the profound supportiveness of the organizational culture and are thriving in their...

<p>Today we’re talking all things curiosity and how continually seeking new knowledge and understanding can reshape your perspective and, in fact, your life with Scott Shigeoka, author, Seek: How Curiosity Can Transform...

<p>*Kaiser Permanente Northern California employees who want to speak with an EAP counselor immediately, please call the 24/7 line at 877-801-5751*</p><br><p>In recognition of May being National Mental Health month...

Today I have the special privilege of speaking with two of our KP Northern California Extraordinary Nurses: Rachel Wyatt and Bernice Yale. They have both been recognized with 2024 Extraordinary Nurse Leader of the Year...

<p>If you have been listening regularly, this year, we’ve been on a bit of a journey together, where we’re exploring happiness and mental well-being from a number of vantage points. Today we’ll continue this journey...

<p>A warning to podcast listeners: This episode contains discussion of severe depression and suicide which some people may find triggering or disturbing. Remember, for anyone having thoughts about self-harm or suicide...

Welcome to “Live Well and Thrive,” a podcast recognizing the hard work, dedication, and diversity of our team at Kaiser Permanente Northern California. While happiness is a seemingly simple concept, personal well-being...

<p>Welcome to “Live Well and Thrive,” a podcast recognizing the hard work, dedication, and diversity of our team at Kaiser Permanente Northern California. Grief binds us together as human beings; it’s something we all...