The Center for the Advancement of Well-Being at George Mason University strives to create a world whe
The mission of the Center for the Advancement of Well-Being is to catalyze human well-being by promoting the science and practices that lead to a life of vitality, purpose, and resilience. As an interdisciplinary teaching and research center at George Mason University, we are dedicated to helping individuals and organizations thrive in a world of complexity and uncertainty. The Center’s vision is
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08/25/2023
Join us Saturday, October 14th at 9am for the Mason Nation Thriving Together 5k and 1-Mile walk/run on the Fairfax Campus!
A virtual 5k option also available. Run or walk the 5k or 1 mile distance and support the First-Gen, Next-Gen Student Scholarship fund!
🔗Learn more: https://mason5k.gmu.edu/
🔗Register here: https://runsignup.com/Race/VA/Fairfax/MasonNationThrivingTogether5K
08/24/2023
students, learn how to help someone suffering from a or substance use crisis! There's still time to enroll in either of our two MHFA classes for academic credit this semester: https://wellbeing.gmu.edu/resources-2/resources/mental-health-first-aid/
08/24/2023
Join us for the 11th Annual Mason Nation 9/11 Day of Service. All Mason students, faculty, staff, and alumni are encouraged to participate in a variety of service projects that will be available to choose from.
For more info and to RSVP, visit
9/11 Day of Service Home This year’s Mason Nation 9/11 Day of Service is designed to allow for flexibility and encourages staff to take engage in service as they are able to. We realize schedules are very busy and complex, so we are offering several different service projects for everyone to participate in virtual...
08/23/2023
Check out this week's Thriving Together article by Mason Psychology student Suvra Das, who discusses how to create and enjoy good friendships that last!
➡️ https://wellbeing.gmu.edu/thriving-together-series-how-to-enjoy-good-friendships-that-last/
08/22/2023
Save the dates below, Patriots! events begin this week on August 16th with Fall 2023 Classes beginning Monday, August 21, 2023! 💚💛
Welcome to Mason Event Highlights:
-Freshman Move-In | Wednesday, August 16th and Thursday, August 17th
-New Student Convocation and Lunch | Friday, August 18th
-Club 4400 | Friday, August 18th
-Mason Mayhem | Saturday, August 19th
-Part-Time Job Fair | Wednesday, August 23rd
-Glance Into Greek | Wednesday, August 23rd
-IVth Night | Thursday, August 24th
-Step Expo | Friday, August 25th
-Gradstravaganza Picnic | Saturday, August 26th
-Transfer Nation | Tuesday, August 29th
-Get Connected Fair | Wednesday, August 30th
https://welcome2mason.gmu.edu/
08/22/2023
Join us for Sophrology! You can learn how to manage stress well by using sophrology practices – enjoying a calm mind and relaxed body in any situation.
Join us on Aug. 23! Learn more here: https://wellbeing.gmu.edu/resources-2/resources/sophrology-2/
08/21/2023
students, learn First Aid and earn academic credit through either one of two courses this semester.:
https://wellbeing.gmu.edu/resources-2/resources/mental-health-first-aid/
08/21/2023
Patriots, make this a semester of ! Learn how to spread kindness for in this toolkit: https://wellbeing.gmu.edu/kindness/mck-toolkit/
08/21/2023
ProjectConnect student groups are now open for sign-up! ProjectConnect helps students get to know others and build a stronger campus community.
Students meet in groups of 4-6 participants over the course of six 1-hour sessions and engage in a series of thought-provoking questions and fun activities.
Learn more and register here: go.gmu.edu/projectconnect
08/18/2023
ProjectConnect helps students get to know others and build a stronger campus community through six, 1-hour sessions of thought-provoking conversations and fun activities. The program is open to all students and is a great fit for students who:
🟢 Are seeking a greater sense of belonging at Mason by connecting with others
🟢 Are committed to participating in deeper, more interesting conversations
🟢 Are new to Mason or want to expand their social circle
🟢 Are interested in getting to know others in a small-group setting (4-6 participants)
🟢 Are willing to commit to all session dates
Sign ups open August 21!
08/17/2023
Mark your calendar for Saturday, October 14th at 9am and register today for the Mason Nation Thriving Together 5k and 1-Mile walk/run on the Fairfax Campus!
A virtual 5k option also available. Run or walk the 5k or 1 mile distance and support the First-Gen, Next-Gen Student Scholarship fund!
🔗Learn more: https://mason5k.gmu.edu/
🔗Register here: https://runsignup.com/Race/VA/Fairfax/MasonNationThrivingTogether5K
08/16/2023
Register now for the Thriving Together and 1-mile or , Sat. Oct. 14 at 9 am on our Fairfax campus or virtually! This year's race supports the First Gen Next Gen fund for students: https://mason5k.gmu.edu
George Mason University Mason Recreation New Student and Family Programs
08/16/2023
Join us for Sophrology! You can learn how to manage stress well by using sophrology practices – enjoying a calm mind and relaxed body in any situation.
Join us for sessions in August: https://wellbeing.gmu.edu/resources-2/resources/sophrology-2/
08/15/2023
Soon these walkways will be filled with new Mason Patriots! 🤩
08/14/2023
Sign ups are now open for faculty & staff! ProjectConnect helps faculty and staff get to know others and build a stronger campus community.
Faculty and staff meet in groups of 4-6 participants over the course of six 1-hour sessions and engage in a series of thought-provoking questions and fun activities. 98% of participants would recommend it to a friend, and 95% would participate again themselves!
https://wellbeing.gmu.edu/resources-2/resources/projectconnect-for-faculty-and-staff/
08/11/2023
ProjectConnect helps students get to know others and build a stronger campus community. Students meet in groups of 4-6 participants over the course of six 1-hour sessions and engage in a series of thought-provoking questions and fun activities.
98% of participants would recommend it to a friend, and 95% would participate again themselves! Sign ups open August 21!
Visit go.gmu.edu/projectconnect to sign up or to learn more about the program.
08/10/2023
Registration is now open for the 4th annual Mason Nation Thriving Together 5K! This year, we'll also feature a 1-Mile Run/Walk option.
Plan to join us at Mason’s Fairfax campus Saturday, October 14 at 9 a.m. on the Merten Hall lawn, or virtually from any location that weekend. Let's thrive together by celebrating well-being and supporting our Mason students!
🔗Learn more: https://mason5k.gmu.edu/
🔗Register here: https://runsignup.com/Race/VA/Fairfax/MasonNationThrivingTogether5K
Mason Nation Thriving Together 5K Run/Walk and 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk The Mason Nation Thriving Together 5K Run/Walk and 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk is on Saturday October 14, 2023 to Sunday October 15, 2023. It includes the following events: Mason Nation Thriving Together 5K Live Event, Mason Nation Thriving Together 5K Virtual, and Mason Nation Thriving Together 1 Mile Fun....
08/09/2023
Mentoring relationships can be useful for both career development and well-being! When mentors and mentees focus on mentorship conversations together, valuable learning experiences can happen.
Read this Thriving Together Sereis article on the key career and well-being benefits of mentoring, plus tips on how to find a mentor by 's very own Philip Wilkerson here:
https://wellbeing.gmu.edu/thriving-together-series-mentoring-for-career-and-wellbeing/
08/08/2023
🎓 Calling all incoming trailblazers! Get ready for an unforgettable start to your college journey at 'EmpowerMENT: Cultural Affinity Spaces.' 🌟 Join us on August 19th, 10am-12pm in JC Rooms A-C for an immersive experience that celebrates diverse voices, fosters connections, and sets the stage for an empowered college life.
MENT (Multi-Cultures Empowered by Networking Together) is your ticket to building lifelong friendships and creating impactful memories. Let's kick off your freshman year with a bang! 🚀
08/08/2023
Join us for Sophrology! Sophrology is a dynamic relaxation method that can strengthen the well-being of both your body and your mind.
Practicing sophrology involves techniques such as breathing, mental imagery, gentle movement, meditation, and progressive muscle relaxation.
Join us for sessions in August:
Sophrology - Center for the Advancement of Well-Being Sophrology is a dynamic relaxation method that can strengthen the well-being of both your body and your mind.
08/07/2023
ProjectConnect helps faculty and staff get to know others and build a stronger campus community through six, 1-hour sessions of thought-provoking conversations and fun activities. The program is open to all faculty and staff and is a great fit for faculty and staff who:
🟡 Are community-builders who want to improve the workplace well-being at Mason
🟡 Are committed to participating in deeper, more interesting conversations
🟡 Are new employees want to expand their social circle at work
🟡 Are interested in getting to know colleagues in a small-group setting (4 to 6 participants)
🟡 Are willing to commit to all session dates
Stay tuned - Sign ups open August 14!
https://wellbeing.gmu.edu/resources-2/resources/projectconnect-for-faculty-and-staff/
08/06/2023
08/04/2023
Join us for Koru Mindfulness this Fall! Enjoy a four-week introduction to mindfulness and meditation! In these sessions, you can learn stress management strategies for your busy life.
Learn more and register here: https://wellbeing.gmu.edu/students/koru-mindfulness/
Koru Basic Training - Center for the Advancement of Well-Being Sign up to attend Koru Basic Training in October. Participants need to commit to attending all four sessions. Sessions held on October 6, 13, 20, and 27. Participants will need to purchase the Koru app for $3.99 and a copy of The Mindful Twenty-Something by Holly Rogers. Participants will learn and....
08/03/2023
08/03/2023
Celebrate kindness with our Mason Chooses Kindness Ambassadors! Join us Sept. 6 from 2-4 pm at the JC Bistro! Enjoy food, games, and to learn how to become an MCK ambassador yourself! Can't wait to see you there 🤩
08/02/2023
Register now for the Thriving Together and 1-mile or , Sat. Oct. 14 at 9 am on our Fairfax campus or virtually!
Learn more: https://mason5k.gmu.edu/
Register: https://runsignup.com/Race/VA/Fairfax/MasonNationThrivingTogether5K
08/02/2023
Did you know research shows that being kind can be an effective stress management practice? Read this Thriving Together Series article by Celeste DiMilla, MS, LMFT, CAPP and Louis Alloro, M.Ed., MAPP, CWB Senior Fellow on the science of kindness for stress management!
Read here: https://wellbeing.gmu.edu/thriving-together-series-use-the-science-of-kindness-for-stress-management/
08/01/2023
ProjectConnect helps faculty and staff get to know others and build a stronger campus community. Faculty and staff meet in groups of 4-6 participants over the course of six 1-hour sessions and engage in a series of thought-provoking questions and fun activities. 98% of participants would recommend it to a friend, and 95% would participate again themselves!
Stay tuned - Sign ups open August 14!
07/31/2023
Learn how your can thrive! Join us Fri. Sept. 8 for our live virtual Business of Coaching program.: https://wellbeing.gmu.edu/certificate-programs/business-of-coaching/
Meet our faculty and ask questions at an online open house Thurs. Aug. 17, from 12 noon to 1 p.m. EST. Register here: https://bit.ly/BOCOHAug17
07/31/2023
Sophrology is a dynamic relaxation method that can strengthen the well-being of both your body and your mind. Practicing sophrology involves techniques such as breathing, mental imagery, gentle movement, meditation, and progressive muscle relaxation.
Join us for sessions in August: https://wellbeing.gmu.edu/resources-2/resources/sophrology-2/
07/28/2023
Mason students and employees can learn how to help someone suffering from a mental health crisis through Mental Health First Aid courses! Register now for summer MHFA sessions or one of our fall MHFA courses:
Learn more and register here:
https://wellbeing.gmu.edu/resources-2/resources/mental-health-first-aid/
07/27/2023
Sophrology is a relaxation method that can strengthen your well-being in multidimensional ways - you can even relieve work stress through sophrology!
Join us for online sessions this August. Learn more and register here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sophrology-for-well-being-tickets-675001296047?aff=oddtdtcreator
Sophrology For Well-Being Learn special techniques with Sophrology to Help Manage Stress, Release Anxiety, Calm the Mind and Activate Vital Energy.
07/25/2023
Join us for a four-week introduction to mindfulness and meditation through Koru Mindfulness! Learn stress management strategies and more for your busy life.
Click here to learn more about sessions for the fall 2023 semester: https://wellbeing.gmu.edu/students/koru-mindfulness/
07/24/2023
ProjectConnect is also for faculty and staff! This program helps faculty and staff build stronger community and enhance workplace well-being at Mason.
Faculty and staff who participate in ProjectConnect will meet in groups of 4-6 participants over the course of five 1-hour sessions and engage in a series of thought-provoking questions and fun activities.
Learn more here:
ProjectConnect for Faculty and Staff - Center for the Advancement of Well-Being ProjectConnect at George Mason University helps faculty and staff develop relationships with each other that strengthen well-being.
07/21/2023
Sophrology is a relaxation method that can strengthen your well-being in multidimensional ways: https://wellbeing.gmu.edu/thriving-together-series-sophrology-for-well-being-2/
Relieve work stress through sophrology! Join us for online sessions this August: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sophrology-for-well-being-tickets-675001296047?aff=oddtdtcreator
Sophrology For Well-Being Learn special techniques with Sophrology to Help Manage Stress, Release Anxiety, Calm the Mind and Activate Vital Energy.
07/20/2023
ProjectConnect helps both Mason students build a stronger campus community for greater social and emotional well-being!
Students meet in groups of 4-6 participants over the course of five 1hr sessions and engage in a series of thought-provoking questions and fun activities. Groups start early in the fall semester!
Learn more here:
ProjectConnect for Students - Center for the Advancement of Well-Being ProjectConnect at George Mason University helps students build a stronger campus community for greater well-being.
07/19/2023
Anger is all around us, but patience can defuse anger and boost well being. Here's how to be patient when you’re angry: https://wellbeing.gmu.edu/thriving-together-series-how-to-be-patient-when-youre-angry/
Thriving Together Series: How to Be Patient When You’re Angry - Center for the Advancement of Well-Being In these polarized times, anger is everywhere. Practicing patience can defuse anger. Here’s how to be patient when you’re angry.
07/18/2023
“Look deep into nature, and then you will understand everything better.”–Albert Einstein. Let these quotes on exploring nature for motivate you to explore the outdoors: https://wellbeing.gmu.edu/famous-quotes-on-exploring-nature-and-well-being/
Famous Quotes on Exploring Nature and Well-Being - Center for the Advancement of Well-Being Famous Quotes on Exploring Nature and Well-Being Motivational Quotes on the Benefits of Going Outside to Explore by Whitney Hopler, Communications Manager Humans are […]
The mission of the Center for the Advancement of Well-Being is to catalyze human well-being by promoting the science and practices that lead to a life of vitality, purpose, resilience, and engagement. As an interdisciplinary teaching and research center at George Mason University, we are dedicated to helping individuals and organizations thrive in a world of complexity and uncertainty.
People who engage with the Center learn to build a foundation of well-being that enables them to:
• experience a deepening sense of personal meaning in their lives
• increase their ability to creatively solve problems
• become more resilient and develop a greater capacity to respond to challenging and stressful situations
• build and deepen meaningful, supportive relationships
These qualities increase well-being, performance, and success in all areas of life.
The Center serves both individuals and organizations, including:
• Mason students, faculty and staff
• Lifelong learners and organizations
• Researchers
• Industry leaders, practitioners, and executive coaches
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