Do your back, shoulders, and neck hurt during the day and leave you exhausted in the evening? Did you know that the same guidelines that improve your posture can also cure your back? By learning to adopt a relaxed posture while working at your computer, you can dissolve chronic tensions and erase discomfort. Join us …

We are the stories we live—and the stories we tell. Our brains are wired to shape experience into narrative, giving our lives meaning, coherence, and identity. In this powerful four-session online course, we’ll explore the transformative arc of The Hero’s Journey, a universal framework popularized by Joseph Campbell, as a guide to navigating change, growth, …

In today’s fast-paced world, many of us find ourselves caught between the lure of hyper-convenient processed foods, the overwhelming task of preparing home-cooked meals, and the emotional undercurrents that shape how and why we eat. Join us for a three-part series designed to help you understand and reshape your eating habits through a lens of …

Travel isn’t just about reaching faraway destinations—it’s a mindset we can bring to everyday life. Whether you’re planning a trip abroad or simply stepping out your front door, approaching your surroundings with curiosity, creativity, and reflection can enrich your experience and build resilience. Join us for an engaging and hands-on virtual class that blends mindfulness, …

Most of us feel compassion for our close friends when they are struggling. What would it be like to receive the same caring attention from yourself when you needed it most? All that’s required is a shift in attention – recognizing that as a human being, you, too, are a worthy recipient of compassion. This …

For millennia, people have found refuge and resilience by practicing contemplative meditation in nature. This transformative combination supports joy, peace, a sense of belonging, wisdom, nourishment, and stewardship of personal and planetary well-being. In this three-session in-person class series on the Stanford campus, you will be guided to live intimately in openhearted relationship with the …

Moving Together Through Eco-Friendly Cities Join the adventure with our first team-based destination challenge! Walk, run, or move your way through the world’s most eco-friendly cities as a team. Turn everyday activities like cycling, yoga, or even household chores into steps with the activity converter that will be available during the challenge. Travel (virtually!) to shark …

In today’s world—shaped by the constant influence of social media and clever marketing—many Americans have learned to second-guess their bodies. We’re taught to ignore natural hunger and fullness cues, all while chasing the latest diet trends in pursuit of an ever-elusive “ideal.” This disconnect between health and body image can create mental disharmony, affecting everything …

What does it really mean to be happy? While some people seek happiness in external factors, research has found that the true keys to happiness come from within. It does take some work on your part, but by making small adjustments in mindset and behavior, you can reap the rewards of a happier life. In …

YogaX at Stanford Psychiatry invites you to join us for our Wisdom Wednesday practice. We will offering two ~25 min sessions each Wednesday: one beginning around 12:05 pm and a second beginning around 12:30 pm.  This therapeutic class is designed to provide you with a tranquil respite in your day. It is a time to …