October 22, 2018 By: Courtney Ackerman Positive Psychology Program You’ve heard it said before—probably many times—that it’s important to live in the present moment. You also might have heard similar pieces of advice like: “Don’t get caught up in thinking about the past or the future—live in the now!” “Be present in your own life.” “All you have is this moment. Don’t let it slip ... read more
As part of Live Well Winona’s effort to involve the community in its mission to promote health and wellness, we are inviting community members to write or submit articles about each of our health dimensions every month.
If you have written an article relating to one of our health dimensions that you would like to share through our website and newsletter, please email it to us at [email protected] Be sure to include a title, the author, and an optional photo.
Sportsmanship
Sportsmanship: A Deeper Understanding and Its Importance Beyond Sports Article written by Sean Dailey http://www.decaturparks.com/sportsmanship-a-deeper-understanding.php I recently asked the kids involved in DPR’s Youth Sports and Fitness class to define sportsmanship. As you would expect, I received a myriad of answers. One of the younger children defined it as “shaking hands at the end of ... read more
Emotional Contagion at Work
Written by Judith Orloff, PsychologyToday.com Research has documented that we can catch each other’s emotions, a phenomenon known as “emotional contagion,” even at work. One employee’s anxiety and panic can spread like a virus through an entire office, lowering morale and productivity. Happiness can also build in a workplace (known as “positive emotional contagion”), which results in improved ... read more
A Guide to Successful Volunteering
https://www.thespruce.com Volunteer Etiquette Guidelines BY DEBBY MAYNE Updated 04/12/18 Whether you're just starting out or you've been volunteering for years, take stock of what you're doing. Here are some things you need to do if you want to do the best job: Volunteer with a good attitude. You've committed yourself to something that you're passionate about, so put a smile on your ... read more
What are you preparing?
Are YOU a guy who cooks on a regular basis? A man who is at home in the kitchen, and enjoys creating culinary delights for yourself, your family and friends? Fantastic!!! You are in the majority! And that also means... National Men Make Dinner Day is NOT for you! But.... if you are a guy who is completely lost in the kitchen, and thinks a chafing dish sounds like something painful, this ... read more
10 Tips to Help You Thrive – not Just Survive – During the Holiday Season and Into the New Year
Article from SharpHeels.com The pressure is on with planning for 2016 – not to mention the 2015 holidays, plus everyday family, work, and personal life concerns. It can be overwhelming! So often we get swallowed whole by the holiday season, and it becomes high-stress and burdensome. Yet with shifts in expectations and re-evaluating the way we get things done, we can thrive instead of just ... read more
Establishing, Identifying, Respecting Boundaries
Article by: Deb McClellan, Operations Manager Last week I was engaged in a casual conversation, that turned into moments of self reflection, something I do often. Self-reflection, as defined by Merriam Webster, is careful thought about your own behavior and beliefs. The thought provoking conversation mentioned above was about boundaries (unofficial rules about what should ... read more
A Place for Healthy Food, Healthy Land, and a Healthy Community
Written by Melissa Gordon, Bluff Country Co-op Since 1972, Bluff Country Co-op has provided the Winona area with quality food. The store, which is located at 121 W. 2nd Street in downtown Winona, will continue to do that and more when it nearly doubles in size this year. BCC’s expansion will lead to the creation of new local jobs; more support for our local farmers, producers, and artisans; ... read more
Making space in your day
Notes from Michelle Urbick's presentation at the August 2015 Women In Business luncheon. Michelle is the founder of Rosy Blu and Hello Blu Studio. Ways to make space in your day Ask Yourself Habit or intention? Notice the things in your life that aren't intentional. What would you like to make space in your life FOR? What would you like to make space in your life FROM? Making Space Plan your day ... read more
Coloring Books for Existential Angst
William Brennan, Associate Editor, The Atlantic, April 2015 Issue “It relaxes me,” a blogger named Virginie told Le Parisien last May. “I don’t think of anything and, before long, my mind is clear.”“My breathing becomes calmer,” another woman explained to L’Express in June. “My brain disconnects from stress and from noise.” “I cut myself off from the world,” said a schoolteacher, in August. “I ... read more