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 […]
‘Tis the season for resolutions but let’s be honest, sometimes the 8 – 5 workday (and the rush hour traffic that follows) can slow us down on the road to prioritizing our well-being. Thankfully, TXST’s Employee Assistance Program is designed to help you live your best life at work and at home. Whether you’re kicking […]
As we enter the New Year, it can seem like we are constantly being bombarded by “New Year, New Me” messages. One of the most common things people change in the New Year is their diet and exercise habits. The influence of social media allows influencers with no credentials to make health and wellness claims […]
And just like that, we’re in the final stretch of 2022. But before the ball drops and we start focusing on our 2023 goals, we thought we’d take a glance in the rear view mirror to highlight the milestones and goals that were reached over the past year. Here’s a recap of what we accomplished […]
November (and cooler weather) is upon us which means the holiday season is quickly approaching! The holidays can be both an exciting and stressful time of the year. In this month’s WellCats newsletter, we provide some actionable tips and resources to help guide you through the holiday season successfully. Learn more below! 1. Stress […]
Our World Mental Health Day 5K served as a wrap-up to our #StigmaFreeTXST campaign and an opportunity for the San Marcos community to show support for mental health awareness. Thanks to everyone who helped make our first-ever TXST 5k Walk/Run a success! If you weren’t able to make it, here’s a quick rundown of how […]
This month we take some time to prioritize the health of our immune system which protects us from all kinds of illnesses and infections daily. There are many small, simple steps you can take to boost your immune system which add up to big benefits in the long run. The three most powerful ways to […]
We kicked off our #StigmaFreeTXST campaign in May for National Mental Health Awareness Month. Our goal? Destigmatize mental health and highlight resources available to employees so that they can foster their own mental well-being as well as those around them. Thank you to the campus offices who partnered with us for the campaign! In […]