BIPOC Health Matters
We see you. We seek to understand. We are here. Your life matters. Your health matters. You matter.
In addition to the resources listed here, we understand that self-care is important to maintaining a healthy relationship with yourself. It means doing things to take care of your minds, bodies, and souls by engaging in activities that promote well-being and reduce stress. Doing so enhances your ability to live fully, vibrantly, and effectively. We understand self-care to be helpful when dealing with systemic oppression and the trauma that comes with a life lived under certain circumstances. The mental fortitude and emotional strength necessary to cope during these challenging times can be bolstered by intentionally practicing self-care.
Self care activities fill you up, lead to a sense of balance, and give you the tools and energy to cope with whatever is occurring in your life.
Self-care also includes, but is not limited to, the following:
setting boundaries
taking time away from social media
avoiding toxic people
getting organized
establishing helpful routines
meal-planning
eating a balanced diet
staying hydrated
avoiding smoking and harmful drugs
moderating alcohol use
budgeting
going to bed on time
reading books
attending to one’s spiritual life
journaling
spending time in nature
seeking counseling
seeking medical care
Events for Health
liveWELL: Resilience 101 Part 2 - Happiness and Gratitude/Protective Factors
With intention and practice, we can all improve our ability to bounce back from challenges and significant stress more quickly. This four-part Zoom series offers proven tools and resources to develop healthy coping strategies and prepare ourselves to be resilient in our everyday lives and when faced with adversity.
Mindfulness Matters
Mindfulness is purposefully paying attention, non-judgmentally to the present moment. The practice of mindfulness can lead to an increased sense of balance, stress management and overall well-being in your life. Thursdays | 1:30-2:00 PM Join: https://uiowa.zoom.us/j/129398591 Email heidi-r-reynolds@uiowa.edu with questions.
Kettlebell Power & Flow - Session 1
Are you ready to increase your kettlebell knowledge and learn a new gym skill? Interested in learning more about the kettlebell, but feeling a little intimidated? This kettlebell basics session will give you all the tools to put together kettlebell power movements at the gym. Specific form basics will cover the Kettlebell Windmill, the Swing, the Turkish Get-Up, the Clean, and the Push-Press. Two-three movements will be covered each day, with close attention paid to proper posture and form…