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Guided Nature Walk at Loblolly Park
Loblolly Woods Nature Park 3315 NW 5th Ave, Gainesville, FL, United StatesEscape the hustle and bustle and reconnect with the great outdoors on our rejuvenating nature walk! Guided by Dr. Andreu, a UF professor and expert naturalist, this walk will not only offer a peaceful retreat but also an opportunity to learn about Florida’s diverse ecosystem and how to identify different species. Discover the incredible benefits of nature […]
Sound Bath Meditation – Jacksonville
Employee Wellness Center- Jacksonville 1910 N. Jefferson St, Jacksonville, FL, United StatesJoin Sophie and the Wellness team at 12 p.m. for a Free Sound Bath Meditation. This is an immersive listening experience where nothing is required of you! You may wish to lay down or sit upright on a mat or even sit in a chair. The purpose of this session is to provide an opportunity for deep […]
Mental Health at Work and Beyond: A Panel Discussion
University of Florida Gainesville, FL, United StatesThe purpose of this virtual panel discussion is to raise awareness about mental health in the workplace, reduce the stigma surrounding mental health issues, and provide practical strategies and resources to support employees' mental well-being. By engaging mental health professionals in this conversation, we aim to create a safe and supportive environment where employees can […]
Wellness University seminars: Pain management and blood health
Hilton UF Conference Center 1714 SW 34 St., Gainesville, FL, United States1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Cracking the pain code: UF breakthroughs in relief Join experts from UF’s Center for Advanced Pain Therapeutics and Research and the Pain Research and Intervention Center of Excellence as they share new discoveries in pain research and treatment. With over 50 million Americans affected by chronic pain, UF researchers are pioneering innovative […]
The New Parent Puzzle: Managing Stress, Mental Health, and Maternal Well-Being
University of Florida Gainesville, FL, United StatesBecoming a new parent is a life-changing experience filled with joy and challenges. This webinar brings together experts to explore the intersection of parental stress, maternity, and mental health. Our distinguished panel features three-time Olympian, Olympic bronze medalist, and maternal mental health advocate Shannon Rowbury, filmmaker and mindfulness expert Mel Mah, and Dr. Karen R. […]
Sound Bath Meditation – Gainesville
Professional Park Room B118 Gainesville, FL, United StatesJoin Sophie and the GatorCare Wellness team at 12:30 p.m. for a Free Sound Bath Meditation. This is an immersive listening experience where nothing is required of you! You may wish to lay down or sit upright on a mat or even sit in a chair. The purpose of this session is to provide an opportunity for […]
Focused ultrasound for essential tremor – Wellness University webinar
ZoomPlease join Dr. Justin D. Hilliard, a UF Health neurosurgeon, for a webinar discussing an incisionless, outpatient treatment for patients diagnosed with a movement disorder known as essential tremor. If you or someone you know has essential tremor, register to learn more about focused ultrasound and how it can help. Focused ultrasound, or FUS, is […]
Women, Whole Health, and the Workplace: A Mental Health Awareness Month Conversation
University of Florida Gainesville, FL, United StatesThe month of May is both Mental Health Awareness Month and National Women’s Health Month–and while individuals and organizations have made incredible progress to break down the stigma and shame that surrounds these topics, research shows there’s still more work to be done. In fact, women have twice the lifetime rates of depression and most anxiety […]
From Cravings to Control: How to Stop Emotional Eating in Its Tracks
University of Florida Gainesville, FL, United StatesEmotional eating is a natural response to stress, cravings, and external cues, but it doesn’t have to control your relationship with food. In this webinar, we’ll have a conversation about emotional eating and share strategies to manage those situations in a way that supports your well-being. Walk away with practical tools to respond to emotional […]
Communicating Employee Care Through Mindfulness
University of Florida Gainesville, FL, United StatesWhen an employee feels their well-being matters, research suggests that their job satisfaction increases while stress and burnout decreases. During this session, we will review three different tools that leaders can use to communicate care to their employees
Art & Mindfulness
Harn Museum of Art 3259 Hull Rd, Gainesville, Florida, United StatesThe Harn Museum of Art and the UF Mindfulness team have collaborated to offer an in-person program at the museum. This series of guided meditations is inspired by art in the Harn collections. Take a break from your regular schedule to slow down, experience stillness, and re-charge. Forty-five minutes of guided meditation is followed by […]
Discover Calm Health: Women’s Well-Being
ZoomThis session offers a hands-on exploration of the Calm Health app, helping women discover practical tools for balance and strength. Through guided, in-app experiences, participants will reflect, engage, and walk away with personalized strategies to support their well-being. Register