Talking about values and purpose in our life’s work is nothing new. There are many “how to” resources available online providing a path to discovering them. To be able to match our values and sense of purpose with our work has merit toward feeling fulfilled in our life and longevity. Researchers who performed a longitudinal
Topic: Wellness
Massage: Get in touch with the benefits
It’s pretty well known that getting a massage feels good. But did you know that massage benefits your body, mind, AND spirit?
Register today for the 5th annual Neon at Night 5K Fun Run
Brighten your night and join us for the Neon at Night 5K Fun Run at 8 p.m. Wednesday, April 18.
Free drink available for students who complete important survey
Illinois State University is conducting an Interpersonal Violence and Sexual Misconduct Campus Climate survey, which will help inform the work and efforts of campus partners in the areas of interpersonal violence and sexual misconduct prevention and response.
Men also struggle with body image
check out the Male Body Image Workshop on Wednesday, February 28th from 6:30-7:30 p.m. in SSB 376. This one-hour workshop, co-sponsored by Student Counseling Services and Health Promotion and Wellness, is designed to help men learn how to combat the unrealistic, ultra-muscular ideal portrayed by the media. Participants will learn about male body image and eating disorder myths while also exploring ways to combat unrealistic ideals.
Strengthening your mindfulness muscle while walking
Mindfulness is gaining successful momentum across many applications in the U.S., as well as on college campuses, including our own Redbird home where mindfulness classes take place on a consistent basis. Mindfulness has historic longevity rooted in Hinduism and Buddhism as well as possibly Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Jon Kabat-Zinn is a name that most people
One-click perfection and what it does to body image
While editing a photo in two minutes with a free app doesn’t seem like it’s doing much harm, the image of perfection, the message of image perfection may make someone else feel as if they’re not doing enough to manage their image or to look good.
Pairing oral sex with protection
Part of college life perks is the independence to make your own choices. With this newly experienced freedom, it is important to be as prepared as possible in order to ensure you and your partners’ safety and well-being.
Take a break with therapy dogs at Milner Library throughout this semester
Illinois State’s favorite furry friends will be back on the third floor of Milner Library this semester, spreading smiles and reducing stress.
Show your heart love during Heart Health Month
As we get settled in to the New Year, many of us many find that we have already begun to neglect our resolutions, and maybe some of us have tossed them completely.