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Health and Wellness

This guide provides library resources related to health, wellness and nutrition.

Books

Articles

A Mindful Writing Practice For Those Who Like to Keep Doing

This freestyle mindfulness practice benefits mind and body—no meditation cushion required.

 

How To Accept Your Success Instead of Feeling Like A Fraud

You've just received great feedback from your boss. A momentary flush of pride washes over you—quickly followed by the familiar, gut-wrenching feeling that you’re a fraud. Images of past failures flash on your mental Jumbotron. Fear bellows loudly: "How will I keep this up?", "There's no way I can do this again." In the background runs the all-too-common tune: "If Only They Knew the Truth About Me".

 

Why Establishing A Routine Can Boost Your Mental Health

When we think of routines, we usually conjure negative images of dull, repetitive tasks. But in reality, having a routine can have great benefits for our mental health. Establishing a daytime routine can alleviate the stress of uncertainty, particularly for freelancers or people who work from home. While creating a nighttime routine not only prepares the way for sleep but can also boost the quality of the sleep we have.

 

How To Cope With Traumatic Events

The dictionary describes trauma as “a deeply distressing or disturbing experience.” An event can be distressing, even if you were not there when it happened. Just hearing and thinking about upsetting events in the news can be traumatic. Experts call this “collective trauma,” because we experience it together—as a community or a country, for instance. 

 

Keep On Being Well - VCU Division Of Student Affairs

It’s important for each of us to find intentional ways to focus on our well-being daily. Practicing regular self-care can help prevent the negative impacts of stress or burnout.

 

What Should I Do If Someone From A Different Culture Ignorantly Insults My Culture

We all know the saying, “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me.” But sometimes words do hurt, and it can be hard to know how to handle that.

 

Breathing Videos

Videos

The Science Of Productivity

In today's crazy world, productivity is on the minds of many. So what can science tell us about the human brain and productive work? How do we become more efficient at working, and spend less time working overall?

 

 

Brené Brown on Blame

You are probably a bit of a blamer - most of us are. But why should we give it up? In this witty sequel to our most watched RSA Short, inspirational thinker Brené Brown considers why we blame others, how it sabotages our relationships, and why we desperately need to move beyond this toxic behaviour.