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4 As of stress reduction, accept, avoid, alter, adapt

4-A's of stress reduction: accept, avoid, alter, and adapt

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JOMO (the Joy of Missing Out) is about giving oneself permission to step back and choose rest, focus, or quiet when needed, without guilt or self-judgement.

People who experienced more affectionate touch reported less stress and anxiety, more happiness, and even showed hormonal shifts linked to bonding (higher oxytocin) and lower stress (lower cortisol).

While traditions vary, Lunar New Year generally marks the beginning of a new year based on the lunar calendar, and is a time for family gatherings, cultural rituals, food, and honouring ancestors, as well as welcoming good luck, health, and prosperity for the year ahead.

In honour of Lunar New Year, we are bringing you a simple recipe to help you celebrate! Vietnamese egg rolls—commonly known as chả giò in the South and nem rán in the North—are a beloved staple of Vietnamese cuisine.

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"Insanity: doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results." - Albert Einstein

We all start the term running fast. We stay on top of classes, hang out with friends, go to the gym, and minimize our procrastination. We feel excited for a new period in our life; being able to get a fresh start at our goals can be very motivating to work hard towards them. The first 2, maybe 3 weeks of the term are often the best because we can stick with all the ambitious goals we’ve set out for ourselves. We sprint -- and moving fast never felt so good.

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Well-being Tip of the Month: The 4's of stress relief

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Well-being tip of the month – Embrace JOMO (Joy of Missing Out)

Spotlight on Research – Affectionate Touch Boosts Well-being

Charging Into the Year of the Horse! Celebrate LNY with Friends and Family

Recipe of the month – Vietnamese Egg Rolls (Chả Giò)

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Success is a marathon, not a sprint.