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There's a quiet power in slowing down, something many of us overlook in the rush of everyday life. Practices like qigong (Tai Chi) invite us to reconnect with our bodies, our breath, and the present moment. Rooted in traditional Chinese medicine, qigong is a mind–body practice that combines gentle movement, controlled breathing, and meditation to support overall well-being. Within our lab, qigong has been incorporated into wellness programming led by Dr. Harvey Skinner. With

WIL Publication | By Global Health Interns Rosa Mirshashi & Lisa Freire Summary of Key Findings Today, uncertainty is more prevalent than ever. Climate change is becoming unignorable, with researchers coining “climate distress” as a term used to refer to ongoing distress resulting from the climate crisis. Emotional responses associated with climate distress include anxiety, grief, and fear for the future. These emotions emphasize how climate change can cause long-term negati

Lab Coordinator Sarah Merghani and Community Fellow Shatabdy Zahid represented the Wellness Impact Lab at the Minds on Climate Symposium, hosted by Human Nature Projects Canada on September 27. The event brought together students, researchers, community leaders, and mental health practitioners to explore the connections between eco-anxiety, emotional wellbeing, and environmental education. During the symposium, they presented their research on arts-based interventions for