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Use Belly Breathing to Stay Calm During Stressful Situations

Let’s set the record straight: How much protein do you need? Is it hard to get enough protein from foods? Make informed choices — watch this video to learn the four protein mistakes that many people make. WATCH NOW

Motivational Monday

Step into the Spooky Season and Prepare for Peak Fall Events in the Richmond Region

Your RVA Fall Events & Festivals Guide Looking for fall fun? It’s the perfect season to plan an exciting getaway to RVA! Whether you’re searching for family friendly festivals, pumpkin farms or foodie events, there are plenty of autumn-themed activities for everyone to enjoy. Check out 20+ top fall festivals and events happening across the […]

Every 2,000 steps a day could help keep premature death at bay

For every 2,000 steps you take each day, your risk for premature death may fall by 8 to 11 percent, according to research published in the journal JAMA Internal Medicine. Along with the results from a related study, published in JAMA Neurology, the researchers also found that walking more, accumulating up to roughly 10,000 steps a day, […]

Take a Mind Moment

Set yourself up a little quiet time for reflection and then click the picture to watch a brief YouTube video about how our minds work. Give yourself an extra five minutes to just reflect before you jump back into your day. Get curious about how you feel and enjoy the pause!  

Did you know Fidelity has local offices as well as a dedicated VCU representative?

VCU employees can also meet with vendor representatives from both Fidelity and TIAA. Find more information on how to schedule an appointment at: https://hr.vcu.edu/current-employees/benefits/a-z-list-of-benefits/retirement/individual-retirement-counseling/

Motivational Monday

Funny Friday

Vitamin D Promotes Mood Support, Muscle Health, Brain Function & More*

When you think about vitamin D, sunshine and strong bones probably come to mind. And while we’ve learned for decades that vitamin D actually has a whole slew of whole-body benefits (including supporting your immune system and promoting proper thyroid function, among others), helping to keep your bones healthy and strong is certainly still a […]

Upcoming TIAA webinars

If you are interested in attending any TIAA webinars please go to: TIAA webinars 2023 to register. Anyone (not just TIAA members) can register, log in and watch these upcoming financial webinars. Quarterly economic and market update: understanding volatility and recent trends Hear from our chief investment officer about challenges investors are facing and tips […]

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