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Read article: Is an ‘awe walk’ the best medicine?
Is an ‘awe walk’ the best medicine?
Is an ‘awe walk’ the best medicine? Take a moment to think about what makes you go, ‘awe’. It may be the wind in the trees or a...
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Read article: May is Mental Health Month
May is Mental Health Month
We live in a rapidly changing world that can be complex to navigate. About half of Americans can remember a time when we were not constantly...
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Read article: How does your money personality drive holiday shopping? Are you a Giver or Avoider?
How does your money personality drive holiday shopping? Are you a Giver or Avoider?
Money and the holidays. For some of us, we happily swing into the spending mode. I look forward to the excuse to buy people gifts and spend money on...
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Read article: Supporting middle school children’s mental health needs
Supporting middle school children’s mental health needs
Middle school is an important time in a child's life since as they change physically, emotionally, and socially. Navigating these transformations may...

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Attend Tai Chi series for arthritis and fall prevention
PONTIAC, Ill. – Older adults are more likely to fall, which can cause serious injury. Many studies have shown that Tai Chi is one of the most effective approaches for preventing falls. Medical authorities agree that suitable exercise for people with arthritis should incorporate components that...
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Mindfulness: Make Your Own Mindfulness Kit for Reducing Stress workshop
BLOOMINGTON, Ill. – Are you going through life on autopilot and feeling stressed out? All of us have challenges in our daily lives, but there are some strategies and activities that you can do to help live in the moment and experience a reduction of stress. The University of Illinois...
Mental health in the mainstream; teens can help themselves and others
The topic of mental health has become widespread, but what does it really mean? What role should teens play in normalizing the conversation or helping others?  Teenagers especially need to know they can take charge of their well-being. Illinois Extension wants to help them maneuver...