MindWell Challenge Winners
Congratulations to all the MindWell 30-day mindfulness challenge participants!
All students and staff can register for a MindWell account to access the Take 5 Daily program any time. For this 30-day program, all you need is five minutes a day, anytime, anywhere and on any device. Evidence shows that it lowers stress, increases resilience, improves teamwork, and strengthens leadership skills.
This opportunity teaches ‘mindfulness-in-action’, helping participants become calm, present and focused during daily tasks and work. MindWell also offers many other workshops, classes and training resources to assist you on your path of well-being.
Winners:
Float.Calm gift certificates: Kunwar Aditya and Marcelo Tiago Lopes Shimizu
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“I am an extremely anxious person and finishing the 30 day challenge of the Take 5 Daily course made me reconnect with myself, my family, and everything around me. Now I am more relaxed, feeling more alive in the now and practicing Take 5 every day. I am so grateful for the opportunity to learn and remember attitudes that make my day better.”
Marcelo Tiago Lopes Shimizu
Halfmoon Yoga Mat and Block: Heidi DeFehr and Bea Bernardo
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“It’s easy to get sucked into what’s happening everywhere else and fail to see what’s around us. Spending 5 minutes for 30 days focusing on the present moment made me realize how much I’ve been missing out on right in front of me.”
Bea Bernardo
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“I really enjoyed the MindWell series. It was manageable (requiring less than 5 min/day) and relatable. The Take 5 program gave me great tips that I continue to use, even after the program has ended – Notice the Cue, Notice the New, Notice the Body, Notice the Breath, and Notice the Now.” It is a great program to help reduce stress and increase focus.”
Heidi DeFehr
Halfmoon Meditation Cushion: Sam Lee and Mufidat Musa
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“In my experience with the MindWell Challenge, I developed a habit of self-care. The program provided sophisticated instructions on how to practice daily meditation. As a result, I now meditate for 5 minutes each morning and can focus on tasks for longer periods than before. I highly recommend this challenge to other students. “
Sam Lee