Learn to manage stress – different ways to improve your manageability with the support of KI Health Hub
Stress is a natural part of life. Our bodies need to respond to challenges so that we can be active and perform. But when it becomes too much for too long, with too little recovery, the stress response can lead to ill health.
Whether you feel that stress is causing problems in your everyday life, or you want to learn methods to manage future periods of challenge as a preventive measure, KI Health Hub offers several different ways to support you.
Our activities in stress management and mental wellbeing
KI Health Hub offers several stress management activities with different areas of focus.
Dance for Health - discover the joy and power of “Dance for Health”, a course for those who may not be used to dancing but are curious about how movement and dance can help you feel better.
ACT - Acceptance and Commitment Training - a course where you can explore what gives your life meaning and strengthen your psychological flexibility to better manage everyday life.
MBSR - Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction - MBSR is an eight-week programme that helps you manage stress and improve your mental wellbeing through mindfulness.
Meditation - a way to find focus and get to know the mind.
Yoga - get to know your body and build resilience to stress through movement and breathing.
Physical Activity - one of the most evidence-based methods for regulating the stress response in both the short and long term.
All activities have the following in common:
- a safe and supportive approach
- proven methods
- practical and useful training
- support in building habits that strengthen you in the long term
The aim is to give you methods that are useful in everyday life – we want to give you the tools to look after your mental health on your own with knowledge, confidence and a sense of security.
Dance for Health
Recovery through undemanding movement and a sense of belonging with the group
Dance for Health is a research-based course aimed at strengthening mental health.
About the course:
- Eight sessions of 60 minutes with the same group
- No previous experience required
- For employees
- Book: Register: Recurring course; registration links are published on the Health Hub website and digital screens. Scroll down to "Activities" on the Health Hub page to see current dates; the registration link is available in these calendar pages.
Target group
The course is aimed at those who sometimes experience symptoms such as worry, anxiety, low mood, sleep problems, fatigue, pain, loneliness, hopelessness and/or similar issues.
Quotes from previous participants:
“The dance classes have helped me feel confident enough to challenge myself and dare to let go with my body and emotions. The choreography has been wonderful, and the exercises have helped me relax and feel more joy and harmony.”
Why take part?
- Community and movement free from pressure - Explore dance and movement together with others, without any performance demands.
- Joy of movement - Helps you connect with positive emotions and take a break from negative thoughts and worry.
- Physical activity - Get regular activity into everyday life and improve your wellbeing through all the positive physical and mental effects of physical activity.
- Resources - Focus on what works well, on health and wellbeing.
- Reduce stress - Each session includes elements of mindfulness and ends with relaxation.
ACT - Acceptance and Commitment Training
Discover yourself and build skills for everyday challenges
ACT is a course where you explore your behavioural patterns and habitual ways of responding to thoughts, emotions and life’s challenges. Through practical and supportive group coaching, you develop psychological flexibility – the ability to be present in the moment now while also taking steps towards what matters to you.
- 6 sessions of 120 minutes each
- No prior knowledge required
- For employees
- This course is offered in Swedish only
- Register: Recurring course; registration links are published on the Health Hub website and digital screens. Scroll down to "Activities" on the Health Hub page to see current dates; the registration link is available in these calendar pages.
Core areas:
- Acceptance: creating space for thoughts, emotions and experiences without getting caught up in struggling against what is already present.
- Commitment: identifying what truly matters to you and taking meaningful steps in that direction, even when it feels difficult.
- Training: building lasting skills and behaviours through regular reflection and practice.
Why take part?
- Psychological flexibility: develop the ability to handle life’s challenges with greater openness and capacity to act.
- Self-awareness: discover patterns that influence your choices and wellbeing.
- Values-based direction: clarify what matters most to you and align your actions with the person you want to be, both at work and in life.
- Sustainable habits: practise behaviours that support health, recovery and balance in everyday life.
MBSR - Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction
8 weeks for increased awareness, balance and stress management
MBSR is an evidence-based course for individuals who want to reduce stress, enhance their wellbeing, and cultivate a more mindful approach to everyday challenges. Suitable for both those currently experiencing stress and those seeking to promote long-term health and resilience, the course offers practical tools to support greater balance, wellbeing, and quality of life.
About the course
- Eight weeks with the same group
- Weekly sessions with guidance, exercises and reflection
- No previous experience required
- For employees
- Book: Register: Recurring course; registration links are published on the Health Hub website and digital screens. Scroll down to "Activities" on the Hälsohubben page to see current dates; the registration link is available in these calendar pages.
After the course you will have:
- Have a foundational understanding of mindfulness and its impact on stress and wellbeing.
- Learned mindfulness exercises that can be applied in everyday life and at work.
- Developed strategies for responding to stress, worry and challenging situations with greater awareness and intention.
- Gained practical tools to support recovery, focus and balance in daily life.
Why take part?
- Presence - train your ability to be more present in the moment.
- Stress management - develop a calmer and more sustainable way of dealing with stress and challenges.
- Wellbeing - enhance your mental wellbeing and foster a greater sense of balance in everyday life.
- Community - share experiences and practise together with others in a safe and supportive group environment.
Meditation
Create a moment of recovery during the day
Meditation trains your ability to be present. Through simple exercises in attention and mindfulness, you have the opportunity to pause in the middle of everyday life and create space for calm, focus and recovery.
About:
- Available periodically in the regular gym schedule
- 20–30 minutes per session
- For employees and students
- Book: Book the class in Wondr
- Also available online at any time that suits you in Health Hub’s guided videos .
During the session, you may for example try:
- breathing meditation
- body scan meditation
- sitting meditation
- mindfulness exercises for everyday life
All exercises are adapted so that you can take part based on your own circumstances. No previous experience of meditation or mindfulness is required.
Yoga
Movement and breathing to improve body awareness, presence and physical ability
Yoga is a form of exercise that combines movement, breathing and mindfulness to strengthen both body and mind.
The classes at Health Hub help you build strength, mobility, balance, and body awareness. Through mindful movement and breathing, you can improve recovery, reduce tension, and enhance your overall sense of wellbeing.
About:
- Weekly classes as part of the regular gym schedule
- 30–60 minutes per session
- For employees and students
- Book: Book the class in Wondr
Why take part?
- Physical wellbeing - train strength, mobility, balance and coordination.
- Recovery – create calm and focus through mindful movement and breathing.
- Body awareness – improve your understanding of the body’s signals and needs.
All exercises are adapted so that you can take part based on your own abilities and conditions. No previous experience of yoga is required.
Physical activity
Movement strengthens both body and mind
Physical activity is one of the most effective ways to promote health, recovery and long-term stress management.
Regular physical activity can help you manage stress, boost your energy levels and strengthen both physical and mental health. Whether you prefer group exercise, individual activities or incorporating movement into everyday life, there are many ways to find something that suits you. We offer a wide range of activities and opportunities for physical activity that can be adapted to different needs, interests and fitness levels.
About:
- A wide range of activities in the regular gym schedule
- Opportunities for both group exercise and individual activity
- For employees and students
- Book: Book group exercise classes, bookable coaches and sports activities, times in rooms , on table tennis tables, badminton courts and tennis courts, as well as open the gym door – in the Wondr app
Why?
- Stress management – physical activity is one of the most well-established ways to reduce stress and strengthen resilience.
- Recovery – movement helps the body regulate tension and create balance between activity and rest.
- Energy and focus – regular activity can improve concentration, enhance sleep and boost energy levels throughout the day.
- Physical health – strengthen the heart, muscles and bones while promoting long-term health.
- Wellbeing – experience the joy of movement, community and a greater sense of wellbeing.
All activities can be adapted to your individual needs, abilities, and goals. The most important thing is not how much or how hard you exercise, but finding a sustainable way to stay active in everyday life. See the related links on this page for more information.
Individual health coaching
We also offer coaching sessions for those who want individual support with lifestyle matters, work–life balance, or behaviour change to improve health and wellbeing. This may include reviewing your weekly schedule to explore opportunities for more recovery time, becoming more physically active in everyday life, or other situations where an individual health-promoting plan would be helpful.
Health coaching from the Health Hub
- For employees
- Up to three 60-minute sessions with a health promotion specialist from KI Health Hub
- Book via MS Bookings – Book individual health and gym coaching