Words of Wellness

Guidance for whole-person wellbeing.

Alice E. Schluger Ph.D.

Child and adolescent under stress

The Youth Mental Health Crisis We Can’t Ignore

How have the stressors of the pandemic affected children and adolescents? Both immediate and long-term consequences on their health and well-being warrant our undivided attention.

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Self-Care in the Setting of COVID-19

Are you experiencing burnout in your personal or professional life? A few simple self-care tips can have a huge impact on your health and well-being.

Is Sleep Hygiene the Key to Athletic Success?

Are you having difficulty achieving your athletic goals? Sleep hygiene guidelines are an essential component of adequate training and fitness.

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A Closer Look at Distance Learning

The challenges of virtual learning can be overcome with creative thinking and reforms.

Girl Being Body Shamed

Words Have Weight: The Many Forms of Body-Shaming

Have you been the target or instigator of body-shaming? Find out why this is so prevalent and what can be done to change this harmful practice.

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Riding the Second Wave of Lockdown Loneliness

Is the loneliness of COVID-19 isolation getting you down? A few coping strategies can ease the pain as we wait for the end of the pandemic.

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Trusting Your Intuition and That Feeling in Your Gut

Are you in touch with your body signals related to hunger and fullness? Intuitive eating is a viable approach leading to greater satisfaction at mealtimes.

Lucy Kaplansky

The Marriage of Art and Science: Balancing Career Choices

Have you struggled with overlapping interests in the arts and sciences when choosing a career? This challenge can be met in a number of creative ways.

Girl Looking in the Mirror

Healthy Competition: Me, Myself, and I

Competition can be either a motivating or destructive force. A healthy competitive attitude can be achieved with a few adjustments to our focus and mindset.

The Pandemic Year 2020: Life, Loss and What We Wore

What have we learned about ourselves during the pandemic? Unexpected life lessons and hidden truths have been revealed.

Competitive athletes.

Relative Energy Deficiency in Athletic Performance: Are You at Risk?

Is your exercise regimen really beneficial for your health? How to get on the right track and accomplish your athletic goals.

Pollyanna Personality Type

The “Pollyanna” Persona: Is It Always the Best Coping Style?

Is your coping style a help or a hindrance during the pandemic? The answer may surprise you.

Groundhog

A Groundhog Foreshadowing: Time and Time Again

Is "time on our side" during the coronavirus pandemic? The reality of enforced isolation and social distancing is altering our relationship to time in countless ways.

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From Fear of Missing Out to Fear of Going Out

New perceptions and perspectives on social distancing and self-isolation. What are we missing and how can we find our comfort zones?

Living in a Time of Pause and Paws

Are you finding unconditional love while sheltering in place? Pet owners are reaping the benefits of animal companionship in these uncertain times.

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Shelter-in-Place but Keep Up the Pace

Are you struggling with maintaining motivation and fitness during self-isolation? Valuable resources are just a click away to help you stay committed and connected.

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Alone Together: "Stay-at-Home" Wellness Coaching

Are you feeling satisfied and fulfilled in all aspects of your life? Moving forward to achieve positive change is possible with commitment, collaboration, and coaching.

Approaching Online Learning in a Mindful Way

Is the road to higher education a daunting prospect? Simple mindset modifications can take you a long way!