Healthy. Living. As a grandma raising two young grandsons, I realized I need to do all I can to be here for them as long as they need me.

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1 September 2013: Focus on Your Health This Fall 3M Can Help! Employee Spotlight Fellow 3Mer Finds Motivation to Focus on Her Health Empowering Healthy Living Newsletter Carson is three and Aiden is four, and together they are the number one motivation 3Mer Carie Knutson needed to take charge of her health. As a grandma raising two young grandsons, I realized I need to do all I can to be here for them as long as they need me, says Carie. Carie, receptionist and safety glasses contact at the 3M plant in Brookings, S.D., began her journey to a healthier lifestyle by joining the Weight Watchers program offered through 3M Healthy Living. It was so convenient and accessible to participate right at work, says Carie. And, she adds, I had great success accomplishing my goals I lost 50 pounds and was able to get off the blood pressure medication I was taking. It wasn t easy; in fact, it was hard! adds Carie. I started by making a conscious decision to focus on my health. I realized how fortunate we are when we have good health and I made a mindset shift to focus on consistently eating healthily and exercising. And she hasn t looked back. Not only can I see the difference; but, I also feel the difference in myself. I have so much more energy and I need every ounce of it to keep up with my grandsons! I also feel much surer about my future that I will be here to see my grandsons graduate and accomplish other milestones in their lives, says Carie. Carie offers this advice to her co-workers: Take the time to explore the health resources 3M offers. You might be surprised by all that is available to you. Then, start small and pick an activity you think you will enjoy. Want to be like Carie? To learn more about 3M Healthy Living programs available for you, go to 3M Source > Life & Career > Healthy Living > For a Healthier You. Pictured from left to right: Aiden, Carie and Carson As a grandma raising two young grandsons, I realized I need to do all I can to be here for them as long as they need me. Share Your Feedback or Personal Success Story (Contact us at hcommunicationctr@mmm.com) 1 September 2013: Focus on Your Health This Fall - 3M Can Help!

2 Featured News Get Your Flu Shot! Did you know that the single best way to protect yourself from getting the flu is by getting a flu shot each year? And, for your convenience, 3M is once again offering seasonal flu shots at 3M Center this fall. Watch for upcoming communications about dates and times. Your flu questions answered! What are common flu symptoms? Unlike symptoms of a cold, flu symptoms usually come on suddenly with the onset of a fever, fatigue, headache and chills. Symptoms may vary for younger children with the addition of belly pain and vomiting. Are there side effects from the influenza vaccine? The most common side effect is soreness at the injection site. This lasts less than two days. Rarely, fever, sore muscles and other minimal side effects can occur after vaccination and can last for one to two days. Quick Facts About Quick Treatment! Here for you: urgent care at the 3M Medical Clinic, part of 3M Healthy Living! Through 3M urgent care, you can get Services at no expense to employees other than the cost of necessary prescriptions. Non-emergency medical treatment sooner than a routine visit to a clinic. Examples of non-emergency illnesses or injuries treated by urgent care include: Sore throat Flu and fever Cough Minor back pain Sprains and most broken bones. Save time and money: use 3M urgent care! Who needs a flu shot? The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends annual seasonal flu vaccination for all people ages six months and older. (Sources: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and National Health Information Center 2 September 2013: Focus on Your Health This Fall - 3M Can Help!

3 Featured News (continued) The Power of Grit Ever wonder why some people achieve more than others even when their skills seem comparable? Recent research sheds some light on human potential and the keys to achievement. Researchers Angela Duckworth and Christopher Peterson surveyed high achieving individuals from the fields of medicine, academia, journalism, banking and law in an attempt to boil high achievement down into its most core components. Here are their findings: Grit makes all the difference. Intelligence tends to influence achievement, but just being smart doesn t guarantee high achievement. High achievers combine their smarts with perseverance or grit in order to be successful. Individuals with moderate or average levels of talent may out-achieve more gifted peers by avoiding distraction and remaining focused on their goals. In sum, those who accomplish significant things in life are those who choose goals in keeping with their gifts and passions, pursue their goals faithfully until accomplished and do not allow themselves to be distracted. To get tips to help you build grit, contact the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) professional who serves your location, or call 3M EAP, one of 3M s Healthy Living resources, at (877) (toll free). To access resources online, go to 3M Source > Life & Career > Employee Assistance Program (EAP) (under Life at 3M ). (Source: Duckworth, A. L., Peterson, C., Matthews, M. D., & Kelly, D. R. (2007). Grit: Perseverance and passion for long-term goals. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 92, ) High achievers establish personal long-term objectives and do not swerve from them even when they face opposition. Level of education only mildly influences grit in fact, those with associate degrees tend to have higher grit than those with bachelor s degrees. 3 September 2013: Focus on Your Health This Fall - 3M Can Help!

4 Information Bits Quick Quiz Which of the following can boost your metabolic rate? Select an answer to take part in the poll and see how your answer stacks up with your peers. Note that the correct answer will appear in green. A high-fat diet A high-carbohydrate diet A high-protein diet None of the above [Answer: A high-protein diet. Studies have shown that the body requires more energy to process a high-protein diet which means that as your body digests high-protein foods, your metabolic rate increases.] (Source: WebMD) Fitness Fact It s Not Too Late to Start Exercising! Everyone benefits from exercise and physical activity. Studies show that exercise is safe for people of all age groups. In fact, for older adults, the benefits of exercise far outweigh any possible risks. Research suggests that exercise and physical activity can help older people maintain or partly restore strength, balance, flexibility and endurance the four areas vital to staying healthy and independent. Exercise can help any person feel better and enjoy life more. Check with your physician first before becoming physically active. Start today by meeting with a health fitness professional at the onsite 3M Fitness Center or make an appointment by calling Site 220 at (Triminet or 651) or Site 275 at (Triminet or 651) (Source: National Institutes of Health) Events There s No Time Like the Present Check Out These September Healthy Living Events Campus Events 21 Days: A Mind Body Bootcamp Informational Sessions 3M Farmer s Market Boom Boom Pow Cycle Basics Ernst & Young Financial Planning Lunch n Learn: Financial Wake-Up Call Ernst & Young Financial Planning Webinar: Managing the Cost of Health Care Fitness Challenge Informational Session Fresh Start Smoking Cessation 4-Week Series High Intensity Interval Training (H.I.I.T.) Imagine Nation Books-Book Fair (September 23, 24, 25) Imagine Nation Books-Book Fair (September 30, October 1, 2, 3, 4) Kettlebell Basics Pilates Basics Schwan s Delivery Strength Basics Trick or Trot 5K Training Group Weight Watchers At Work New Series Open House Weight Watchers At Work New 17- Week Series Yoga Basics Yoga for Runners Your Weigh Together Informational Session (September 10) Your Weigh Together Informational Session (September 12) Zumba (Tuesdays) Zumba (Thursdays) To access the events online, go to 3M Source > Life & Career > Healthy Living > Events 4 September 2013: Focus on Your Health This Fall - 3M Can Help!

5 Events There s No Time Like the Present Check Out These September Healthy Living Events Wellness Center Events 30 Minutes to Relax and Refresh Blood Pressure Screenings and InFocus Vision Screenings Healthier For You Cooking Demo: Pizza with Pizzazz Learn about the Ernst & Young (E&Y ) Financial Planning Benefits Learn How to Hula Hoop TEST It Tuesday: Nutrition Apps Wellness Wednesday: Learn about the Ernst & Young (E&Y ) Financial Planning Benefits Wellness Wednesday: Relapse Prevention Yep, There s an App for That! Your Weigh Together (10-Week Overview of Group Weight Management Program) The Power of Connection Wellness Wednesday: Blood Pressure Screenings with the 3M Medical Clinic Staff and Favorite Medical Apps To access the events online, go to 3M Source > Life & Career > Healthy Living > Events Webinars Ernst & Young Financial Planning Webinar: Managing the Cost of Health Care This session will address the subject of managing the costs of health care and will review the following points: Major types of medical insurance coverage employers typically offer to employees The EY Financial Planner Line will be available after the webinar for any follow-up questions you might have on retirement planning, or to address any other financial concerns you might have. To access a list of webinars online, go to 3M Source > Life & Career > Financial Planning Services Special tax-advantaged accounts that are often available to reduce the costs of health care Discussion on how to evaluate and select from among the array of alternatives 5 September 2013: Focus on Your Health This Fall - 3M Can Help!

6 3M resources Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 3M EAP provides educational resources and consultation services to strengthen the capabilities of employees, their families, leaders and work groups. 3M Medical Clinic At 3M, employee health and well-being are very important. That is why we offer a variety of medical services to all employees. The clinic is open from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. To make an appointment at the clinic or for more information, please call (Triminet or 651) M Fitness Center Visit the fitness center Monday through Friday from 5 a.m. to 8 p.m. (both sites) and Saturday & Sunday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. (moved to building 275 due to construction). To contact a center, call Site 220 at (Triminet or 651) or Site 275 at (Triminet or 651) Tartan Park Tartan Park, 3M s Golf, Conference, and Recreation facility offers a 27-hole championship golf course, driving range, and putting and chipping greens. Additionally, there are 12 tennis courts, 4 lighted softball fields, bocce ball courts, and sand volley ball courts, a full service clubhouse, and picnic pavilions. All are available for corporate or private use. 3M Club The 3M Club of St. Paul, Inc., a nonprofit organization, is open to all 3Mers, retirees and their dependents in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area. Visit the club for leisure time programs and activities that promote physical and mental well-being while fostering a sense of community among individuals, families and 3M. Periodically, the 3M Club will offer special promotions open to all 3M employees. Unless otherwise noted, items listed on the website are for the exclusive use and benefit of 3M Club of St. Paul members. HR Lunch and Learns/WebStreams Your life is busy. Let 3M make it a little easier for you here s quick access to information and tools to help you lead a healthy and productive life. View previously recorded seminars via WebStream. This document is intended to provide general information about 3M resources available to you. It is not intended to provide medical advice. You should consult your medical provider with questions about your health. The information in this newsletter is not intended to describe or summarize the terms of 3M benefit plans, nor is it the official plan document for those plans. In the event of any conflict, inconsistency or ambiguity between the information in this newsletter and the official plan documents, the terms of the official plan documents will be controlling. 3M reserves the right to modify, amend, change, revoke, suspend or terminate its benefit plans, in whole or in part, at any time. The benefit plans and programs included in this newsletter may or may not apply to employees joining 3M as a result of an acquisition or those who work for a subsidiary. 6 September 2013: Focus on Your Health This Fall - 3M Can Help!