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Mental Fitness for Optimal Brain Power

May 22, 2023

For a long time, the scientific community believed we were born with a certain number of brain cells and neural pathways and that, once damaged, they could not be repaired. In reality, our brains are much more flexible. Depending on our lifestyle, we can weaken or destroy connections, or create new, stronger ones. Engaging regularly in certain behaviors and activities, like physical exercise, addressing mental health issues, meditation, and learn…

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February 16, 2021

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How to Make Exercise a Habit

February 23, 2022

…f making exercise a habit and how to make sure you are incorporating a well-balanced program to progress towards our goals. Topics of discussion include overcoming obstacles, managing time, program organization, and more. Date: Thursday, March 17 Time: 12: 00 p.m. – 12:30 p.m. Location: Online To participate, register here….

Relaxation “Micro-Moments” and Winding Down Techniques

November 30, 2022

…mpts to adopt stress-management or self-care routines is that they require time, effort and planning. The reality for many people who have stressful jobs is that they are too physically exhausted and mentally depleted by the end of the day to initiate activities commonly recommended to reduce stress in their lives. The trick is to intervene via multiple “micro-moments” of relaxation or mindful practices which only take 15 to 60 seconds. These mome…

Mindful UNC In-Person & Online Event

April 6, 2022

Join us either in-person or online for a mindfulness practice and time to connect with other Mindful UNC members! Date: Wednesday, May 18 Time: 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. In-person location: Tent in the Upper Quad, located between Ruffin and Mangum dorms, and behind Davis Library (Map) To join online, zoom link: https://unc.zoom.us/j/99852432457?pwd=Y2RsOXVDZjBVVmJBZXdTWU13dWx6UT09 Meeting ID: 998 5243 2457 Passcode: Mindful One tap mobile +1929436286…

Spread Happiness Project

April 21, 2022

…Happiness Project offers two options for the kind of letter to write: One-time letter: Does not ask questions and does not include a return address. Reciprocated letter: Intended for continual communication (as with a pen pal); may ask questions to get to know your reader and includes the best address for you to receive a response. For your convenience, we’ve attached a letter template with sample letters—but, of course, feel free to write your o…