Shiatsu is a Japanese form of bodywork using the thumbs, fingers, palms, and elbows to apply pressure to the acupuncture meridians of the body. The pressure relieves stress by dissipating muscle tension and allowing the flow of energy through the body. The repetitive stresses of work are calmed and eliminated, increasing productivity and health. In …
Whether working on campus, at home, or at the local coffee shop, it is important to set up your computer workstation to allow for neutral postures and take adequate rest breaks. The cumulative effect of doing computer-related tasks whether using a desktop, laptop, cell phone, or tablet may increase the risk of chronic neck, shoulder, …
Do you belong to the 90% of Americans who snack? Do you go for that planned mid-day snack, graze your way through the workday, or skip meals in lieu of your favorite treat? Our culture is obsessed with snacking, and snack foods are ubiquitous in our food environment. While a well-placed and balanced snack can …
What matters most to you? If you were facing serious illness, what kind of care would you want? If you couldn’t speak for yourself, who would? Planning for your future care can bring peace of mind – to you and your loved ones. Advance care planning is a process that helps you decide and document …
Learn how to experience a profound state of awareness through the practice of yoga nidra. In this online class, you will be introduced to this ancient form of mindfulness meditation and experience its profound healing effects throughout the mind, body, and spirit. This course is a combination of lecture and guided practice where you will …
Investing can be an effective way to put your money to work and potentially build wealth. But investing also can also expose you to risk. For new investors, the many options and complex data involved can often feel overwhelming. In this free webinar, we will review the basics of investing, so you can get started …
Every day the news and social media are buzzing with complex and often conflicting messages about nutrition. How can you sort out the key elements of healthy eating among all the mixed messages? What are the evidence-based “whys” behind nutrition recommendations? What does healthy eating really mean in our daily lives? This two-session online class …
Research has shown that the process of creating art can have many beneficial effects on our well-being. Artmaking can increase our sense of presence, flow, and creativity, enhance sensory pleasure and mindfulness of the present moment, and help manage stress and anxiety. This online series offers step-by-step exercises using painting as a mindful and playful …
February is not just about Valentine’s Day flowers, candies, and chocolates – it is also American Heart Month! According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, heart disease is the leading cause of death in the US. The good news is that adopting a heart-healthy lifestyle can help you reduce your risk of heart-related …
Stressful situations can be all too common in the workplace, but how do we manage our emotional response while keeping things professional? Join us for a 90-minute interactive online workshop to uncover the nature of our emotions and how they play out in our work environment. The class curriculum is based on over two decades …