Poetry and spoken word have long been meditative and empowering spaces for Vassar College Associate Dean of the College for Student Living and Wellness, Luis Inoa, known on campus as Dean Luis. Join him as he reads pieces from Morgan Harper Nichols and Alexis Pauline Gumbs. The pieces will invite you to breathe and listen deeply.
Oct 13, 2021
7 min
Join Vassar College President Bradley and Wellness Peer Educator, Kellyne Vaudreuil '23, as they take you through a short Five Senses meditation designed to center your focus and promote calm.
Sep 29, 2021
5 min
Get your beautiful body up and moving while you focus your mind with intention during this walking meditation, led by Vassar College Director of Health Services, Margot Schinella. You will learn some awesome facts about the body that helps to nourish and sustain you everyday, all while grounding your mind during a full body scan. Learn about the health benefits of the simple act of walking and take time to appreciate all the individual elements that comprise the human body.
Sep 15, 2021
7 min
Research shows the benefits of mindfulness practices, such as: contemplation, meditation, gratitude and compassion practices. Join Wayne Assing, the Assistant Director of Vassar's Counseling Service, as he leads a guided meditative practice inviting stillness and curiosity. Experience how mindful listening and awareness helps promote a calm mind and wise action."
Jun 2, 2021
27 min
It’s difficult to find long periods of time to relax every day. With this episode, and just 5 minutes out of your day, you will get your heartbeat slowed down, breathing expanded, and overall energy lifted from stress or negative thoughts. Who knows, you might even fall in love with meditation and stretch it longer each day!
May 19, 2021
5 min
Right now, many of us are facing more challenges and uncertainties than ever before. Mindfulness can help to alleviate some of the difficult emotions and sensations that come with these challenging situations.
May 12, 2021
7 min
It can be challenging to find moments to pause and reflect. During difficult personal moments, nation-wide racial injustice, and, yes, even during a pandemic, we can find beauty all around us. Join Dean Wendy Maragh Taylor in a moment of pause and how reflections on nature can be a source of peace.
May 5, 2021
6 min
Gratitude is a fundamental human emotion, but it isn’t the easiest to practice in our daily lives. Join Jason Jin ’22 in this episode as he discusses the importance of being thankful and the impact it can have on our day-to-day interactions. Learn the science behind gratitude and how you can begin making it a part of your own mindful and reflective moments.
Apr 21, 2021
6 min
Breathing is an innate ability that we as humans have. However, sometimes when we are experiencing stress, injustice, being in a constant mode of survival, and an intense sense of overwhelm, our natural rhythm of breathing is compromised. Through this mindfulness practice, learn to take back your breath and increase your sense of wellness and well-being.
Apr 7, 2021
17 min
Feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or otherwise drained? Take some time for yourself with Hannah Thomposon ‘23 as she leads you through a guided meditation for body relaxation. This 10 minute episode should leave you relaxed, invigorated and ready to continue your day.
Mar 24, 2021
11 min
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