Center for Wellness Integration

05/17/2025

Here's some inspiration to consider. Great ideas are given to support well-being. It's a good read!
Coping With Chaos: How Faith Conquers Fear

Signs of the Times, a monthly magazine, encourages readers to lead joyful Christian lives as they await the soon return of Jesus

05/01/2025

What would you do if you knew you had a choice? If your choice could influence your health for the better? If your choice was a pretty tasty one, colorful, with great texture? Have a few minutes to review the evidence?

https://www.health.harvard.edu/nutrition/how-many-fruits-and-vegetables-do-we-really-need

https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/high-blood-pressure/changes-you-can-make-to-manage-high-blood-pressure/managing-blood-pressure-with-a-heart-healthy-diet

04/25/2025

Once again we highlight the work of our nursing students taking a population health course. Consider this graphic and the links to helpful information. You can take charge of your health-today!

https://www.cdc.gov/heart-disease/about/heart-failure.html
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/heart-failure/symptoms-causes/syc-20373142 #:~:text=Heart%20failure-,Heart%20failure%20occurs%20when%20the%20heart%20muscle%20doesn't%20pump,to%20look%20blue%20or%20gray.

11/20/2024

We are entering a season of Thanksgiving, a long-standing American holiday. We typically think of family and a chance to highlight what we are thankful for. At the same time, the news is replete of articles and evidence about the influence loneliness is having on our health and wellness.

Maybe this organization and the recently article reposted here will offer helpful insights. Maybe do your own little study and see if it works for you?

A new study suggests that people who give thanks tend to feel less disconnected from others.

10/09/2024

Recently the topic of forgiveness was brought to my attention.

I wonder how many of us relate forgiveness to health? This is an interesting post I thought I would share. What do you think?

Research finds that people who show themselves grace when they've done wrong tend to have better mental and physical health.

09/11/2024

Need a break from the busy-ness of life? If you are local, consider attending this event tomorrow evening on the SWAU Campus...

Opening Night 2024 is the Debut Concert for new music professor Jonathan Mamora! Please join us in welcoming him to our faculty by planning to come and support!

04/29/2024

Are you a caregiver? Do you know a caregiver? Please share about this great event taking place Tuesday afternoon, May 14th, in Cleburne.

02/27/2024

Need some music for your soul? Check this out-happening in Keene, this Thursday, February 29.

Don't miss out! You are invited . . .

01/28/2024

What activity appeals to you? And please don't tell me finger movement on a small device while you watch colorful images on a big screen appeal to you the most.
What about throwing a disc, aiming for a basket? Tossing a ball for a dog? Swimming in a lake. A walk at sunset?

There are so many fun ways to engage in physical activity-indoors or out, and your body really does appreciate your attention to these details. Do engage in full body movement!

Check this site out for more information-for any age!
https://www.cdc.gov/physicalactivity/basics/adults/health-benefits-of-physical-activity.html

01/21/2024

Is your new year off to a good start? It is January, and a time that many of us consider our health and our habits. I encourage you to consider what you eat and how much you engage in physical activity.

While November is highlighted in this graphic for addressing Diabetes-it is good to work to prevent diabetes or work to control it-anyone someone has symptoms or a diagnosis that correlates with this chronic disease.

Take courage! There are things you can do to experience well-being. Will you take action today? Do you want more details? See this site for great resources:
https://www.cdc.gov/diabetes/index.html?CDC_AA_refVal=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cdc.gov%2Fdiabetes%2Findex.htm

01/14/2024

We are thinking about you and your health as we begin a new year. We intend to share some information and tips our senior nursing students have put together based on the evidence they reviewed as they learned about health promotion for various infectious and chronic diseases. We trust you will find the graphics and associated websites helpful, offering ways to improve your well-being and enjoyment of life.

https://www.cdc.gov/flu/professionals/vaccination/prepare-practice-tools.htm

01/12/2024

Happy New Year! Are you ready for life? Who knows what will come our way. I want to encourage you to take a deep breath and steadily, courageously go forward in life.

I recently learned about this article, and though I would share it with you, as a way to start off our year.

To your health and wellness:

An invitation to embrace the unknown