wellness

You don’t need the Grand Canyon, a lush forest, or a gorgeous scenic overlook to benefit from nature. Research suggests that even brief outdoor exposure (even just 10 minutes) can lower stress, reduce blood pressure, …

Your brain processes an extraordinary amount of information daily… academic work, patient care, interpersonal interactions, and 47 new emails since breakfast. Micro mindfulness moments help calm the nervous system, reduce cortisol, and improve focus without …

4-7-8 Breathing Technique 1. Find a comfortable position – Sit or lie down with your back straight. 2. Inhale deeply through your nose for 4 seconds. 3. Hold your breath for 7 seconds. 4. Exhale …

Research suggests that taking breaks within work or school hours not only does not detract from performance, but can actually help boost it. In fact, taking 30 second breaks can increase your productivity by up …

Did You Know? Body Scanning can help reduce stress and may result in additional physical benefits such as reduced inflammation, fatigue, and insomnia. Body scanning can also help break the cycle of physical and psychological …

Build movement into your day in small, sustainable ways. Long stretches of sitting (whether in class, meetings, or at a desk) can contribute to fatigue and stiffness. Try adding short activity bursts every 60–90 minutes: …

View the attached infographic for helpful tips on how to create a restful sleep environment!

The Light Stream technique is an exercise to help ground feelings and bodily sensations. It can be used when experiencing anxiety or feelings of distress or discomfort. It can also be used to help with …

The Wellness Committee invites you to participate in two wellness activities during the week of November 17! Gratitude boards will be set out in the atrium during the week. Please take a moment to either …