W3: Weasel Warrior Wellness - Shaw AFB

08/10/2026

Resource Spotlight: Grief & Bereavement Resource Center

As Grief Awareness month continues, please be aware and reminded you're not alone. Help is available at Shaw AFB, online, and in local area. The Grief & Bereavement Resource Center represents another light in the darkness when dealing with loss. Consider contacting them to connect with others in their grief journey and caregivers dedicated to helping you along the way.

Resource info:

Providing compassionate grief counseling, support, and educational resources for individuals, families, and veterans in Columbia, SC. Find solace and healing today.

08/07/2026

Wellness Note: VA Manage Stress Workbook

Ever feel stressed out and not sure where to start? Have your normal ways to cope become less effective or made things worse?

Veterans Affairs provides a workbook to assist us with managing symptoms of stress. Their guide outlines tips for the following:

-Identifying a stress management goal
-Keys to managing stress
-Stress Management tools
-Mindfulness

Visit link for Workbook copy:
https://veteranshealthlibrary.va.gov/22,ManageStressWorkbook
https://www.prevention.va.gov/docs/NCP-HL-Stress-Workbook-MHC-digital-v03-508.pdf

08/06/2026

August’s Fitness Tip From Physical Therapy:

Our topic this month is Flexibility and it is more than just key to Airpower! 😏✈️ This component of fitness is often forgotten. Remember the tips below:

🧘The 5 Key Components of Fitness Are:
Cardiovascular, Muscle Strength, Muscle Endurance, Body Composition, and… Flexibility. 😌
🧘Muscles naturally get tight overtime and with the performance of exercise. When we have tight muscles, we can see a loss of mobility and increase our risk of possible injury.
🧘Studies show that holding a STATIC stretch for 30 seconds or longer actually lengthens the muscle.
*5, 10, 15 second holds do not cut it.
🧘The most optimal time to stretch happens AFTER your muscles are “warm” aka after your workout is complete.

Evidence shows that following these guidelines minimize injury, optimize recovery, and and maximize gains. For more information, please visit the pinned post on our page titled “Phoenix Total Fitness Library” and enjoy the free resources offered. 🐦‍🔥📚

Stay fit, stay healthy Weasels! 🔥

08/04/2026

Grief Awareness Month

Losing someone you care about invites a lengthy list of feelings, worries, problems, and struggles. Learning how to live on with just the person's memory is simply daunting and unfair, yet we all must find a way.

Shaw AFB's Operational Support Team is offering a group to assist us with grief. See flyer for details.

08/04/2026

💦🎨DIP & SIP & PAINT POOL PARTY
🔞18+ ONLY - From 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.!

Enjoy music, poolside vibes, water games, lounge seating, and adult beverages available for purchase. Poolside canvases will be available for you to create your floating masterpiece! Bring your floats and creativity and get ready to soak up some fun!! 🤿🎉

More Information:
Woodland Pool: 803-895-3446
Outdoor Recreation: 803-895-0450

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08/04/2026

Talk to yourself like someone you love - and if that's hard some days, we're here for you 24/7. Call, text, or chat 988 for support.

08/04/2026

Unfold your creativity at our origami workshop! Learn classic folding techniques, create beautiful paper art, and leave with handmade pieces you'll love to brag about and display!

07/30/2026

Resource Spotlight: VA Mobile & Web Resources

~Prescription for Behavioral Health
Explore our comprehensive suite of digital tools designed to support your wellness journey. With 18 mobile apps available for download, you can access a range of resources to help overcome barriers and achieve your goals. Please refer to the attached image for an additional valuable asset to integrate into your self-care strategy.

07/29/2026

"The future is both created and negotiable."
-Unknown

Whatever your goals are, keep chipping away. The daunting goal in front of us is really a collection of small wins waiting to be seized.

07/28/2026

Wellness Note: How to Deal with Stress & Anxiety

Anxiety & Depression Association of America (ADAA) offers several infographics as quick guides for coping skills. See attached for tips about stress and anxiety. Visit link for more info and resources.

https://adaa.org/educational-resources/from-adaa-experts/infographics