Cultivating Vitality

Cultivating Vitality

Kent State University
Restorative self-care that reflects inside and out.

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Cultivating Vitality
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  • 3 Min Understanding Your Body's Changing Needs

    Form a more positive relationship with your body through its changes by practicing self care.

    ☑ Mindful Body Scans
    ☑ Increased Mental Health
    ☑ Boosted Physical Health

    ✎ Learn The Facts: Staying focused on what your body is capable of doing good way to stay mindful and practice self compassion d...

  • 5 Min Self-Compassion Meditation

    Cultivate a nurturing and kind relationship with yourself.

    ☑ Improved Self-Awareness
    ☑ Increased Motivation
    ☑ Boosted Inner Peace

    ✎ Fun Fact: The concept of self-compassion in meditation has ancient roots, with mindfulness practices that promote self-kindness and understanding dating back thous...

  • 5 Min Can Stress Really Cause Digestive Problems?

    Understand the strong link between stress and gut health, and how managing your emotional wellness can improve digestion.

    ☑ Stress-Related Symptom Relief
    ☑ Boosted Gut-Brain Connection
    ☑ Better Digestive Function

    ✎ Learn The Facts: Chronic stress can alter gut microbiota and is linked to digest...

  • 5 Min Yoga For Everyday Strength

    Explore a series of yoga poses designed to build everyday strength and functional fitness.

    ☑ Increased Muscle Strength
    ☑ Enhanced Core Stability
    ☑ Improved Posture

    ✎ Learn The Facts: Engaging multiple muscle groups, yoga enhances core strength and stability, making daily activities easier and m...

  • 10 Min Inner Monologue

    Take control of your self-esteem and show the world what you are capable of. Learn how to appreciate yourself and create a lifestyle built on positivity and hope.

    ☑ Improved Positivity
    ☑ Renewed Self-Talk
    ☑ Strengthened Self-Love

    ☾ ☼ Best used if you are seeking confidence, or anytime you have...

  • 5 Min Resilience At Work

    Understand key traits of resilience, and ways to become more resilient in your daily life.

    ☑ Reduced Workplace Stress
    ☑ Maintained Focus & Growth
    ☑ Overcoming Challenges

    ✎ Learn The Facts: Doing mindful practices that help you feel good can allow you to be more resilient. Practicing deep breath...

  • 5 Min What Is Biometric Screening?

    Understand what biometric screenings are, and how they support risk prevention and early intervention.

    ☑ Clearer Health Tests
    ☑ Personalized Health Insights
    ☑ Early Risk Identification

    ✎ Learn The Facts: A biometric screening can reveal early signs of heart disease, which is the leading cause o...

  • 3 Min Pantry Staples For Healthy Eating

    Stock your kitchen with wholesome staples that make nutritious meals quick and convenient.

    ☑ Balanced Nutritional Options
    ☑ Boosted Mealtime Choices
    ☑ Enhanced Nutritional Knowledge

    ✎ Pro Tip: To get more fiber in your daily diet, try snacking on air-popped popcorn, or making a smoothie full of...

  • 15 Min Qigong For Vitality

    Boost your overall vitality by combining breathwork and mindful motion to enhance energy, stamina, and physical resilience.

    ☑ Boosted Vitality
    ☑ Better Physical Endurance
    ☑ Improved Immune Function

    ✎ Learn The Facts: Regular qigong practice has been linked to increased mitochondrial activity, w...

  • 10 Min Meditation For Worthiness

    Gently release self-doubt and embrace the truth that you are enough, and are deserving of love, care, and compassion.

    ☑ Boosted Self-Esteem
    ☑ Increased Self-Acceptance
    ☑ Reduced Negative Self-Talk

    ✎ Pro Tip: Research shows that verbally practicing affirmations during meditation activates brain...

  • 5 Min Tracking Stress With Your Wearable Data

    Explore how wearables detect signs of stress and discover how to respond to those signals to improve mental and physical health and wellness.

    ☑ Increased Emotional Awareness
    ☑ Proactive Stress Management
    ☑ Balanced Nervous System

    ✎ Learn The Facts: Studies have found that users who regularly tr...

  • 5 Min Understanding When To Take Time Off

    Learn when it is right to take time off of work to support your physical and mental health.

    ☑ Improved Self-Compassion
    ☑ Reduced Stress & Tension
    ☑ Healthy Work-Life Balance

    ✎ Learn The Facts: Employees can avoid taking time off due to fear of getting in trouble or falling behind at work. Studi...

  • 10 Min The First Steps To Improving Insomnia

    Learn how to break the habits that negatively impact your insomnia and discover healthier practices for better sleep.

    ☑ Self-Compassion Strategies
    ☑ Improved Sleep Hygiene
    ☑ Healthy Sleeping Environment

    ✎ Learn the Facts: Developing new hobbies or coping mechanisms can help to deal with insomn...

  • 5 Min Body Scan Meditation

    Practice self-awareness and self-acceptance by sitting with your body without judgment. Use your breath to nourish and energize your cells and organs.

    ☑ Increased Energy
    ☑ Better Self-Awareness
    ☑ Reconnected Sense of Self

    ☾ ☼ Best used in the morning or evening, or anytime you have a 5 min brea...

  • 5 Min How To Stop Seeking Approval From Others

    Explore strategies to increase your self confidence and comfortability, in order to stop seeking validation from others.

    ☑ Increased Self-Worth
    ☑ Enhanced Peace Of Mind
    ☑ Boosted Confidence

    ✎ Pro Tip: Take risks! Stepping outside your comfort zone and embracing new experiences can help you bui...