October 2026 Wellness Calendar
Think pink this October
Use this calendar for daily self-care ideas to support your well-being.
Let us know by Nov. 15 how many activities or resources you’ve explored.
Oct. 1: Wear pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Snap a photo in your pink attire and send it to WFHT.TN@tn.gov to inspire others.
Oct. 2: Drink one extra glass of water. Not a fan of plain water? Try fruit-infused water.
Oct. 5: Join Stretch & Destress from 12 to 12:15 p.m. CT. Download the invite to access video links in the Microsoft Teams chat you can do on your own time.
Oct. 6: Check your inbox for this month’s Be Well @Work newsletter. Answer the trivia question for an opportunity to receive a prize!
Oct. 7: Other than skin cancer, breast cancer is the most common cancer among American women. Learn how you can reduce the risk of developing breast cancer.
Oct. 8: Don’t let your sweet tooth get the best of you. Find a healthier dessert to satisfy your craving.
Oct. 9: Workday stress? Here4TN can help!
Oct. 12: Have a mindful meal by eliminating distractions and focusing on the food you’re eating.
Oct. 13: Get moving with a 10-minute fitness break at 11 a.m. CT.
Oct. 14: Join the State Retirement Plans and Resources webinar, presented by RetireReadyTN, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. CT.
Oct. 15: Calling all employees with medical insurance with Partners for Health! Search for health benefits by topic.
Oct. 16: Practice slow, deep breathing for one minute.
Oct. 19: Share a recent wellness win.
Oct. 20: Find support services for child/parenting, eldercare, life learning, dealing with chronic conditions and convenience services.
Oct. 21: Test your spooky smarts with Halloween Trivia, from 11 to 11:25 a.m. CT. Register for trivia.
Oct. 22: When you can, enjoy a screen‑free hour.
Oct. 23: Compliment someone today.
Oct. 26: Are you a Partners for Health plan member? If so, you have access to Hinge Health Personalized Exercise Therapy.
Oct. 27: It’s Taco Tuesday! Try these baked chicken tacos.
Oct. 28: Do workdays feel longer lately? See if you qualify for Take Charge at Work.
Oct. 29: Reflect on the month and set one intention for November.
Oct. 30: Let us know your favorite activities or resources from this wellness calendar, and you could receive a Working for a Healthier Tennessee prize!
Learn about all upcoming wellness activities, challenges, webinars and workouts on our Wellness Events page. If you have questions, please email WFHT.TN@tn.gov.