Did you know that as of 2023, it is estimated that 2.5 billion tons of food is wasted every year? The United States outpaces all other countries with respect to food waste, contributing 60 million tons annually. This equates to roughly 160 billion pounds, 40% of which comes directly from waste in the food supply […]
“Burnout is what happens when you try to avoid being human for too long.” -Michael Gungor Do you feel stressed at work? That isn’t necessarily a bad thing. Experiencing some amount of stress is inevitable, and stress can be a good thing when it drives you to meet your daily challenges or goals. That’s right. […]
Keep an eye out for our monthly WellCats newsletters as we will highlight important health tips. This month, we will focus on the importance of water consumption, especially with summer being around the corner. June 21st officially marks the start of summer! Summer months in Texas mean you may find yourself sweating more often during […]
Why is change so difficult? This is one of the most frequently asked questions I get from clients seeking counseling. It’s a great question and I’m not sure I have the complete answer, but I always wonder why people think it should be easy? We spend our lives trying to create balance and consistency in […]
The National Council for Mental Wellbeing invites you to help #BeTheDifference by taking a FREE Mental Health First Aid training. Their goal? To have 1,000 participants become “first-aiders” by taking their first aid training by May 2023. Learn how to support your friends, family, and neighbors by attending a virtual Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) […]
Everyone knows that April showers bring May flowers, but did you also know April brings Neurodiversity Celebration Month?? April 2nd is recognized by the United Nations as World Autism Day. As a result, many organizations designate April as Autism Awareness Month. Some organizations, such as IBM, have taken it a step further and chosen to […]
It’s an ordinary Friday afternoon in Evans Liberal Arts, but some of the faculty have a different take on “casual” today. High-fives circulate to resounding chants of “Flannel Friday!” and “Heck yeah!” It’s unclear whether everyone participated intentionally or not, but smiles and amusement sweep the conference room as faculty gather for their monthly meeting. […]
The delicious smells wafting down the hall at FCS Friday afternoon are really giving people something to taco ‘bout! If you haven’t heard, ProActive Nutrition (PAN) classes are WellCats’ signature cooking classes held right here on campus. What do employees love about PAN? Ask a couple of regulars, Patti Pulis and Kim Burns. “First of […]
Carbohydrates are found in most of the foods we love, such as potato chips, cookies, and even ice cream. But did you know carbohydrates are also found in fruits, vegetables, beans, and grains? Over the last few decades, diet culture has portrayed carbohydrates as “bad” foods to be avoided as they are processed, sugary, and […]
“With the right mindset, we can’t lose, we either practice what we’ve learned or we learn what we need to practice.” – Nodra Before you read the rest of this article, take a minute and complete the mindset quiz below: Growth Mindset / Fixed Mindset Test (idrlabs.com) Done? Ok great, jot down your results and […]