A 12-Minute Meditation for Grief and Loss
Our hearts break, but our hearts also heal. The thread that pulls us from heartbreak to healing is love, says Judy Lief in this practice for working with grief. Death is a natural part of life. From the beginning to the end, life is constant change and nothing stays fixed. And that gives life its […]
How to Show More Compassion to Others—and Why You Should
A little kindness can go a long way Compassion involves feeling another person’s pain and wanting to take steps to help relieve their suffering. The word compassion itself derives from Latin and means “to suffer together.”1 It is related to other emotions, such as sympathy, empathy, and altruism, although the concepts have some key differences. Empathy refers more […]
Did you know all that you can save money using your VCU benefits?
There are so many ways to maximize your employee benefits! You can find more information on these ideas and more at https://hr.vcu.edu/current-employees/benefits/ and https://hr.vcu.edu/worklife-at-vcu/
How to Cultivate Awareness and Presence, Two Powerful Tools for Healing
ByAgnes Szymczak “The present moment is filled with joy and happiness. If you are attentive, you will see it.” ~Thich Nhat Hanh In our fast-paced world, juggling multiple responsibilities while managing chronic conditions can make healing seem elusive. However, by harnessing the power of awareness and presence, we can unlock a profound path to recovery […]
Did you know employees can get a free wellness screening?
Employee Health Services Employee Health Services provides a wide range of health and wellness services to both university and health system employees. In addition to new employee screening for those who require it, our team provides clinical guidance and support to current employees and university departments with work-related and general health concerns, injuries, or exposures. […]
How To Stay Calm Under Pressure
In high-stakes scenarios, we can panic and under perform. Here’s why that happens, and how to stay calm under pressure. A star athlete misses a penalty shot in overtime. A famous singer bungles the national anthem. A great actor forgets their lines on stage. We’ve all witnessed someone choke or struggle to stay calm under […]