The Physical Activity Research & Community Implementation (PARCI) Lab of Virginia Tech

PROBLEM

Mental health and physical health are intertwined. Stress, anxiety, and burn-out lead to less flourishing at work and in personal life.

INCREASING MINDFULNESS

Increasing mindfulness through meditation and breath practices has been shown to decrease blood pressure, decrease stress levels, and have many other benefits.

Self-care is about finding what fuels you. Self-care practices for body, mind, and emotional health help avoid burn-out and decrease stress.

Mindfulness and self-care promote mental health and flourishing. Leaders across Extension can benefit from understanding mindfulness and self-care practices.