High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, affects nearly half of American adults. If left untreated, high blood pressure can lead to many adverse health effects, including heart attack, kidney disease, and stroke. Because the symptoms of high blood pressure are hard to detect, it is sometimes called the “silent killer.” In this noontime webinar, …
Discover how the simple practice of mindfulness can help transform your lifestyle habits in order to set the stage for a peaceful night’s sleep. In this three-session online class, we will review core aspects of wellness – sound sleep, stress reduction, consistent exercise, and healthy eating – and learn how the establishment of these fundamental …
With the short days and cold weather, winter is the perfect time to cozy up with a warm, delicious bowl of soup. Join us for a lively and engaging virtual cooking class, where you will learn how to prepare a savory vegetarian soup that will nourish you from the inside out with anti-inflammatory ingredients. You …
In this online class, you will learn breathing techniques to increase energy, enhance concentration, cultivate connection to yourself and others, create relaxation, and deepen sleep. Over two Saturday mornings, we will explore the science of breath and the specific benefits of a variety of practices including diaphragmatic breathing, warming versus cooling techniques, and calming and centering skills. Through …
Embrace this winter season as an opportunity for personal reflection and renewal by embarking on a journey that intertwines the pursuit of purpose with ongoing individual growth. In today’s fast-paced world, discovering purpose and nurturing well-being are vital components of holistic personal development. This dynamic three-session online course, grounded in research and evidence-based techniques, empowers …
We all know how important it is to save for retirement, but as the economic environment shifts, you may need to reassess your investment strategy. In this free noontime webinar, we will examine the risks in today’s economy and how you can shift your strategy from just growing your money to protecting what you’ve saved …
This class is co-sponsored by Stanford WorkLife Office Caring for ourselves and those we love as we age can bring about many questions about what to expect and hope for as time unfolds. In this free online workshop, we will provide guidance on forming long term care, health, legal, and financial goals for yourself or …
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 …
Calorie counting has become a pervasive part of the weight loss industry. As consumers, we encounter calories on our food labels and restaurant menus, and we often treat these numbers as gospel, obsessively counting and cutting to reach some magical threshold. But what if there is more to the story than just a calorie? In …
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 …