What You Eat at Night Matters
What you eat in the evening can play a role in how well you sleep. When your body is focused on digestion, it may take longer to wind down. Foods like bananas or oatmeal may help support sleep, while sugary snacks or spicy foods late at night can have the opposite effect. Learn more about […]
The Power of a Post-Meal Walk
That post-meal slump is real. Instead of staying seated, try heading out for a quick walk to wake up your body, support digestion, and stack up movement across the day. Walking after you eat can also help keep blood sugar more steady. Just finished eating? It’s the perfect time for a walk. Walking is one of […]
Why Energy Dips in Late Winter (And What to Do About It)
If your energy feels a little lower this week, you’re not imagining it. Research shows that late winter often brings a measurable dip in mood and alertness due to changes in circadian rhythm, the internal clock that regulates sleep. Less morning sunlight can delay melatonin suppression, making you feel groggier during the day. So what […]
March 2026 – Employee Well-Being Programs
These VCU programs are free to attend and most are virtual unless specified below! Register in Talent to receive links. Thursday, March 5th – 12 pm Aligning Your Money Goals and Values (Presented by VCU HR and Virginia Credit Union (VACU)) This seminar helps define and align personal values to the financial choices you make […]
To Manifest What You Want, Passion Will Spark Your Intentions, Not Pressure
It’s draining to reach for what you want when you’re disconnected from passion. Here are 7 steps to investigate what drives you, so you can get clear on staying the course. What drives you? What gives you goosebumps? Makes you smile unexpectedly? What do you get lost in? Lose time in? Within the answers to […]
VCU Faculty/Staff FREE access to RecWell
VCU Faculty/Staff can access RecWell facilities for free during the week of March 8-15, 2026. Show your VCU ID at Cary St. Gym or the MCV Campus Recreation Center throughout the week for free access to RecWell facilities. Visit recwell.vcu.edu for hours of operation. Like what you see? The first 5 VCU Faculty or Staff who purchase […]