IWIL August Luncheon: "Do You Have Your Own Back?"

Doing What We Know

In his talk, Doing What We Know, Mike dives into a simple truth: most of us already know what we should be doing to stay healthy - we just don't always do it. Whether it's eating better, moving more, or finding time to chill out, good advice is everywhere...but actually following through? That's the tricky part.

Mike keeps it real by talking about the everyday stuff that gets in our way - like packed schedules, stress overload, or not even knowing where to start. But don't worry - this isn't another guilt trip. He'll share practical ways to break the cycle, including how to make improvements in the areas that makes sense for you, how to track what's working (without needing a spreadsheet), and how to get support from the people around you.

This talk is down-to-earth, energizing, and full of useful ideas to help you stop overthinking and start making progress. Because sometimes, the biggest change comes from just doing the next right thing.

About our speaker:
Mike Thomas is a registered pharmacist, board-certified health coach (NBHWC), and lifestyle medicine specialist (DipACLM) who's passionate about helping people reclaim their energy and well-being. After nearly 30 years in corporate healthcare, Mike shifted gears in 2018 to work more personally with busy professionals, guiding them toward sustainable behavior change.

A Springfield resident for the past 20 years, Mike has been married for 33 years and is the proud father of three adult children. He understands the everyday challenges of juggling career, family, and personal health - because he's lived it. At one point, despite knowing what to do, Mike found himself overstressed, overweight, and exhausted. Small, consistent lifestyle changes helped him turn things around, and now he coaches other to do the same.

Our luncheons are open to all IWIL members and their guests. Registration is $25 for members and guests through August 15; $30 on or after April 16. Registration will close on April 18. Register here: https://www.iwil.biz/index.php?option=com_jevents&task=icalrepeat.detail&evid=191&Itemid=115&year=2025&month=08&day=21&title=august-2025-iwil-luncheon&uid=3cec68ec14ad8129c4dc1e1a3c139376

You may also like the following events from Illinois Women in Leadership:

• This month, 19th August, 05:30 pm, IWIL Giving Circle Voting Meeting in Springfield
• Next month, 19th September, 08:00 am, IWIL Women's Symposium in Springfield

Also check out other Health & Wellness events in Springfield.