The Wellness and Prevention Team (WPT) is a group of subject matter experts who are invested in promoting overall wellness throughout the force. Members include:
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Director, Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) Director, Safety
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Force Chaplain
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Force Equal Opportunity Advisor
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Force Psychologist
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Force Sexual Assault Response Coordinator
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Force Surgeon
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Primary Prevention Integrator, MCCS
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Prevention Program Manager, MCCS
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Substance Abuse Specialist, MCCS
The mission of the WPT is to advise the Commander on matters relevant to individual readiness and develop and implement initiatives to both encourage comprehensive wellness and diminish risk of adverse outcomes.
So what does that mean? The WPT was created because MARFORRES recognizes that you, our people, are our most important assets. Our goal is not only to decrease adverse events, but to ensure that our people are taken care of. In the material world, you not only want to prevent a piece of equipment from breaking, you also want it to work efficiently and smoothly. How do you ensure that? You conduct maintenance. While we acknowledge that people are much more complex and valuable than a machine; the principle stands. We want to aim not just to prevent worst case scenarios, but to help you feel that you are performing at your peak both at work and outside of it. To do that, we will promote best practices that will help you lead a healthier and more satisfying life.
Watch for WPT posts on social media for tips on sleep, spiritual wellness, healthy relationships, finances, mental performance, and more! You can also visit us at our website where you will find a repository of information on these best practices and resources to learn more.
Contact us by emailing wpt@usmc.mil We’re looking forward to engaging with you!
Feel free to contact the WPT with your questions at our email: WPT@usmc.mil
Does it ever feel like you’re walking uphill when it comes to accomplishing your goals? You’re not alone! A 2020 study found that approximately 54% of people do not meet their New Year’s resolution goals. This statistic has held up remarkably well, with a 2002 study also finding 55% who failed to reach their New Year’s resolution goals.
So how can we set ourselves up for success? The more specific, measurable, and attainable you can make your goal, the more success you are likely to have. Use the S.M.A.R.T. goal setting worksheet to help you perfect your goals.
Do you already have a specific, measurable, goal in mind, but you’re having a hard time improving performance? Mental rehearsal or performance imagery is a technique that can improve performance and lower performance-related anxiety or stress.
5 mental-rehearsal tips to optimize performance and stress management | HPRC (hprc-online.org)
Use the performance imagery script to help walk you through the steps.
Is higher education one of your goals? The education benefits and savings handout can help you explore your options for funding college courses.
Evidence-Based Approach to Goal Setting
An Evidence-Based Approach to Goal Setting and Behavior Change (strongerbyscience.com)
Best Practices for Better Health
Unlock a healthier you with our collection of resources, all focused on enhancing your well-being. Delve into a variety of topics including nutrition, physical fitness, overall wellness, getting better sleep, tips for quitting problematic substances, and weight loss strategies. Each link is a step towards a more informed and healthier lifestyle. Start exploring and begin your journey to better health today!
On this page, you will find:
>>Apps that will help you work on meditation and breathing, sleep, stress management, and pain management.
>>Nutrition information that will help you perform at your peak with a balanced and healthy diet.
>>Pain Management tips that will help you manage chronic pain with non-medication alternatives.
>>Sleep tips for better overall performance and for those who struggle with insomnia or other sleep concerns.
>>Substance misuse information and suggestions for using alcohol in a responsible way and cutting out other harmful substances.
>>Weight loss tips that will help you achieve your goals in a healthy way.
You will also find links to physical fitness plans and exercises as well as general health and wellness sites.
Your WPT wants to ensure that everyone has the necessary tools to build healthy relationships:
Finances is one of the six functional areas of Marine Corps Leadership Development. Do you know how squared away your finances are? You may be shooting for military retirement, but have you maximized your potential to set yourself up for success post-military?
Taking care of your financial fitness will not only literally pay dividends in your future, but it will also prevent stressors in your present. Financial stress has consistently been a significant factor in those experiencing marital distress and those experiencing low mood and anxiety. Take the steps to plan for a financially secure present and future now!
Below you will find a budget worksheet that helps you get a good baseline of where your money is going now, and where you can afford to make some changes. The Financial Values and Money Manager Rating Scale can help you and your partner explore your financial perspectives and open a discussion of how to best manage your money together. Finally, you will find information on multiple areas of financial readiness to include basic investing, making a major purchase, PCS move cost estimators, thrifts savings plan and more!
For additional information or to find out how you personally can improve your finances, contact the Wellness and Prevention Team at wpt@usmc.mil.
In the face of grief and loss, finding support and understanding is crucial. This section provides a compassionate space where you can access resources to help navigate the complex emotions and challenges that come with loss. Explore articles, guides, and tips on coping mechanisms, understanding the stages of grief, and finding ways to honor memories while moving forward. Whether you're dealing with personal loss or supporting others, our resources offer a guiding light through these difficult times, helping you to find strength and healing.
For additional information or to find out how you personally can access additional resources, contact the Wellness and Prevention Team at wpt@usmc.mil
Your WPT aims to provide valuable resources to help leaders optimize their servicemembers’ leadership.
Uncover the art of bouncing back stronger from life's challenges. Dive into a collection of resources aimed at fostering resilience, the skill that enables you to navigate through adversity with grace and strength. Learn how to develop a resilient mindset, manage stress effectively, and recover from setbacks with renewed vigor. Whether facing personal trials or professional obstacles, these tools and insights are here to guide you towards not just enduring difficulties, but thriving amidst them. Begin your path to building enduring resilience and transformative growth.
On this page you will find apps that will help guide you through meditation and breathing exercises, best practices for sleep, stress management, and pain management. You can also find information on building resilience, how stress can be a positive force and how to deal with negative stress, mindfulness techniques, and spirituality and resiliency.
For more information on resiliency, please email the team at WPT@usmc.mil
Looking for more? Dive into a hub of valuable resources designed to build upon your own internal resources. Need information on educational opportunities? Would you like to talk to someone to help process stress or other behavioral health concerns? This section offers a comprehensive collection of both DoD-affiliated and outside resources to aid in your personal and professional development. Whether you're seeking knowledge, inspiration, or specific solutions, our Resources tab is your gateway to a wealth of information tailored to meet your needs. Explore at your convenience and uncover the insights and tools that can make a difference in your journey.
For more information on the resources offered, or for assistance in accessing these resources, please email WPT@usmc.mill
This space is dedicated to strengthening your spiritual fitness, offering a range of resources that are relevant to everyone regardless of your beliefs and practices. Discover ways to deepen your spiritual connection and cultivate a sense of purpose and meaning in life. Whether you're seeking guidance, inspiration, or simply a moment of reflection, our carefully selected materials provide a pathway to enhance your spiritual fitness and enrich your life's journey.
On this page you will find guides to measuring and building your spiritual fitness, building resilience through enhanced spirituality, and links to USMC perspectives on spiritual fitness.
For more information, please email WPT@usmc.mil