This quote from Rebecca Scritchfield’s brilliant book, Body Kindness, deeply resonated with me and continues to inspire me on a daily basis.
From a young age, so many of us are conditioned to see movement and exercise as a tedious yet necessary undertaking. Everyone has heard about the benefits of… Read more
Do you miss having a kitchen? Don’t let that stop you from enjoying regular meals and snacks to fuel your body and brain. We have some quick and easy recipes that you can make in the comfort of your dorm – no kitchen required!
Sandwiches are quick easy meals you can squeeze in between classes. You can make your favorite ham or turkey sandwich. Or go with the classic peanut butter and jelly… Read more
With the current political and social climate…well…2020…amirite? There are many things out of our control that can affect our happiness.
Researchers have found genetics to be the primary driver for happiness. The way you are built helps to determine how you respond to the world around you. However, personal choice and perceptions matter… Read more
We’re constantly bombarded by unsolicited and often contradictory advice on what to eat, how much to eat and when to eat.
What many of us don’t realize is that the ultimate guide to health and wellness exists within us – not on social media, and certainly not in any dieting manual.
Our bodies are the ultimate authority. Only our… Read more
We are told from a very young age that all we need to do to be healthy is exercise a few times a week and eat our veggies. While this is a part of being healthy, there are so many other aspects of health and overall well-being.
Live Well NAU
is a new initiative on campus that will help us find resources for all eight… Read more
I’m so over the #quarantine15 on social media. The hyper-focus on body shape and size isn’t helping anyone. It’s hard to see all of these pictures and hashtags being blasted over social media. Have some self-compassion, people. We’re in a freaking pandemic.
I know for myself when I see these photos it makes me feel inadequate and of course start thinking about how I need to change my… Read more