Events Calendar
02
Mar
Webinar
Science-Based Strategies to Support Your Immune System
The immune system is a marvelously complex set of organs, cells, and chemicals that fight microbes every day. While there are many products, plans, and pills on the market claiming to boost the...
03
Mar
Online Class
Painting for Mindfulness, Flow, and Fun Series – Music and Painting
Research has shown that the process of creating art can have many beneficial effects on our well-being. Artmaking can increase our sense of presence, flow, and creativity, enhance sensory pleasure and mindfulness of...
04
Mar
Online Class
The Art and Science of Breathing
In this online class, you will learn breathing techniques to increase energy, enhance concentration, cultivate connection to yourself and others, create relaxation, and deepen sleep. Over two Saturday mornings, we will explore the...
07
Mar
Webinar
Breathing to Reduce Anxiety and Improve Health and Well-Being
The simple act of breathing is something we all do every day, yet most of us give it little to no thought. Both ancient wisdom and modern research indicate that breathing is much...
07
Mar
Online Class
Self-Shiatsu for Hands and Feet
Shiatsu is a Japanese form of bodywork using the thumbs, fingers, palms, and elbows to apply pressure to the acupuncture meridians of the body. The pressure relieves stress by dissipating muscle tension and...
07
Mar
Wellness Event
Free Weekly NARCAN Training
Sign-Up for our FREE Narcan Trainings facilitated by PEERs and in collaboration with the Well House! Narcan Trainings will take place in the Well House, from 7-8pm. Please note that the Well House is a substance-free residence. You can find our list of workshop dates below. RSVP Here! Free NARCAN will be provided for attendees following the training. Did ...
09
Mar
Webinar
Maximize Social Security in Your Retirement Strategy
For almost every American worker, social security is an integral part of their retirement plan. If you are thinking about retirement, it’s important to understand the role this benefit plays in your...
13
Mar
Webinar
Improve Heart Health with a Cardiac Diet
The food we eat can have a profound effect on the health of our cardiovascular system. In fact, one study found that almost half of the deaths caused by heart disease, stroke, and...
13
Mar
Webinar
Plant-Based Diet Virtual Cooking Class
Join us for an online cooking class highlighting the nutritious power of plants. The session will begin with a brief overview of the benefits of a plant-based diet, from optimizing health and well-being...
14
Mar
Online Class
Winter Book Club Discussion – Transcendent Kingdom, by Yaa Gyasi
Co-sponsored by the Stanford Faculty Staff Help Center
You are invited to join us for a virtual winter book club to discuss thoughts raised by the book: Transcendent Kingdom, by Yaa Gyasi.
Gyasi’...
15
Mar
Online Class
Living Your Fullest Life with Purpose
Research shows having a sense of purpose is linked to a longer, healthier life and can make even the most mundane moments more meaningful. Yet many people struggle to find the purpose in...
16
Mar
Webinar
Create Your Own Strength Workout at Home and Work
Strength training is an important component to overall physical health. Research shows that resistance training over a lifespan leads to higher physical performance and ability as we age, while a lack of resistance...
17
Mar
Online Class
Painting for Mindfulness, Flow, and Fun Series – Symbolic Painting
Research has shown that the process of creating art can have many beneficial effects on our well-being. Artmaking can increase our sense of presence, flow, and creativity, enhance sensory pleasure and mindfulness of...
22
Mar
Webinar
How to Regulate the Nervous System and Restore Healthy Sleep
This class was previously scheduled for March 15.
Research has shown that good sleep is vital for health and well-being. Yet for many who suffer from stress and anxiety, a good night's sleep remains...
29
Mar
Wellness Event
Cancer Early Detection Seminar Series – Dr. Amanda Hummon, PhD
The Canary Center at Stanford for Cancer Early Detection is committed to fundamental discovery and translation of novel early cancer detection and prognostication strategies. We have brought together scientists, physicians, and engineers to think outside the box to create new solutions for cancer early detection. The Canary Center hosts a seminar series, CEDSS, that presents ...
31
Mar
Wellness Event
Stanford Food Summit: The Latest Research on Plant-Based Solutions for Health and Sustainability
Welcome to the 2023 Stanford Food Summit! Hosted by Stanford Medicine’s Plant-Based Diet Initiative, this day-long conference brings together Stanford researchers to collaborate in creating a more healthful and sustainable world. The day includes: Keynote: Ethan Brown, CEO of Beyond Meat Stanford Plant-Based Diet Initiative seed grant research presentations Expert panelists from across Stanford schools ...