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SUMMARY:Writing for Well-Being
DESCRIPTION:The fall 2026 Writing for Well-Being groups give participants a chance to explore wonder and delight through reading\, conversation\, and journaling in response to Ross Gay’s The Book of Delights. \nSynchronous virtual sessions from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. on September 4\, 11\, 18\, and 25: \nRegister on Mason 360 for the fall virtual group\nSynchronous in-person sessions from 12 noon to 1 p.m. on the Fairfax campus (location to be sent after registration) on October 8\, 15\, 22\, and 29: \nRegister on Mason 360 for the fall in-person group\nThis is intended for participants interested in reading\, writing\, and sharing with others. Participants do NOT need to have an active journaling practice.
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SUMMARY:UNIV 372: Mental Health First Aid
DESCRIPTION:Complete MHFA training to learn how to help someone suffering from a mental health crisis\, increase your mental health literacy\, and dismantle the stigma associated with mental health and substance use challenges. \nThe 8-hour training will be split into two 4-hour sessions or four 2-hour sessions. You must attend both sessions to earn the three-year Mental Health First Aid certification. If you have questions\, please contact Katie Clare at kclare@gmu.edu. \nJoin us for these upcoming fall sessions: \n\nSeptember 10 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. and September 11 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. – Register on Mason 360 here\n\n\nOctober 26 through October 29 from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. – Register on Mason 360 here\nNovember 23 and 24 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. both days – Register on Mason 360 here\nNovember 30 through December 3 from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. – Register on Mason 360 here
URL:https://wellbeing.gmu.edu/event/univ-372-mental-health-first-aid-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
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SUMMARY:Intro to Mindfulness Fall (Option 2)
DESCRIPTION:Mason students\, staff\, and faculty can learn more about mindfulness and meditation through two different four-week programs created by the Mindfulness Institute for Emerging Adults (MIEA). \nThis evidence-based curriculum teaches mindfulness\, meditation\, and stress management in ways you can integrate into your busy life. Studies suggest that the training leads to significant well-being benefits\, such as better sleep\, less perceived stress\, and more self-compassion. \nWhile these programs are designed with young adults in mind\, the benefits are not limited to young adults\, so you’re encouraged to sign up regardless of your age. \nRegister for an opportunity to learn mindfulness and meditation techniques via Zoom! \nFall 2026 Semester Opportunities\n\nIntro to Mindfulness Fall Option 1 (four-week cohort) on Mondays from 12 noon to 1:15 p.m. on September 14\, September 21\, September 28\, and October 5 – Register here\nIntro to Mindfulness Fall Option 2 (four-week cohort) on Tuesdays from 1 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. on October 27\, November 3\, November 10\, and November 17 – Register here\nMid-Semester Half-Day Retreat on Monday\, October 12\, from 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. – Register here\n\n 
URL:https://wellbeing.gmu.edu/event/intro-to-mindfulness-fall-option-2-2/
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