As the holiday season ramps up—with extra responsibilities, gatherings, and a to-do list that always feels never-ending—quality sleep becomes one of the most powerful tools for staying energized and grounded. Good sleep isn’t just a nightly ritual; it’s a form of wellness that supports your mood, focus, metabolism, and resilience. Sleep hygiene is the art […]
Tricia Burke, Ph.D.Professor | Assistant Chair, Dept. of Communication Studies, Texas State University When I first heard the term “mindfulness,” I associated it with meditation – something I have never been good at – and felt like I would never be mindful “enough” to experience its benefits. After reading more about mindfulness, I learned that […]
Simple ways to boost connection, energy, and wellness at Texas State Carolyn C. Swearingen, M.Ed., Department of Health and Human Performance, WellCats Movement is more than just exercise, it’s a way to recharge, reduce stress, and connect with others. At WellCats, we believe that building wellness into our daily routines doesn’t have to mean hours […]
Angelique Hebert, SPT, WellCats DIA Ever wonder what fuels your deeper sense of purpose? Maybe it’s your inner compass pointing toward meaningful service, self-renewal as a new school year begins, or nurturing the next generation of changemakers. That’s spiritual wellness in action: a guiding force that helps you connect to something bigger than yourself. What […]
Naomi Coleman Medina, PhD, LPC-S Several years ago, I worked in a building that had few windows, and my office had none. I loved my job, and I loved my colleagues, but at the end of the day, my exit from the building and into the outdoors brought a view of the sky, and I […]
Alondra Lozano, SPT, WellCats DIACassandra Arteaga, SPT, WellCats DIA What is a common fear that haunts the start of one’s fitness journey? For many, it is the thought of accidentally experiencing an injury, experiencing or increasing pain, and/or the time commitment associated with physical activity. These concerns, and many others, weigh heavily on the minds […]
Our bones are the foundation of our bodies. They protect all our major organs, and it’s time for us to start protecting them. As we age, our bone health alters—just as the rest of our body does. Males over the age of 50 and post-menopausal females are the most in need of bone health programs […]
Tricia BurkeProfessor, Department of Communication Studies Dear Valentines, Swipe down to learn more about healthy romantic relationships. I am a communication professor, so it should come as no surprise that my primary piece of advice is to practice healthy communication in your romantic relationships. Think about it this way: we all perform – or […]
Welcome to the New Year! This time prompts many to reflect on how to live a healthier life and feel their very best. One challenge we may face as we approach making behavior changes is known as dichotomous thinking, which is to see things as bad or good, with no gray area, middle road, or […]
It can sometimes feel like you’re on autopilot at work. Many people may find themselves caught up with daily tasks, rushed with their meals, and only taking time for brief conversations in passing. Sometimes we forget to slow down and appreciate the moment. Practicing mindfulness in your work, communication, and eating habits is important to […]