Join us as we showcase the exciting and energizing events of World Wellness Weekend, https://map.world-wellness-weekend.org/, and how to engage as scholars and academic institutions.
We will hear firsthand from our Access 2 Perspectives affiliate and World Wellness Weekend Ambassador Julie Sara Wren, https://access2perspectives.org/team/julie-sara-wren/, what it’s like with impressions from around the globe and a few scholarly examples of what activities universities have done and can provide for their faculty and staff.
Watch here below the recording of our first live session on August 16, 2024:
In the relentless pursuit of knowledge, it’s easy to lose sight of something equally critical: our own wellbeing. Enter World Wellness Weekend, an annual global event dedicated to promoting holistic health and wellness. This movement isn’t just another item for your busy calendar; it’s a much-needed reminder that self-care is integral to academic success.
The Struggle is Real: Academia and Self-Care
It’s no secret that the academic world can be a pressure cooker. Studies have shown that academics are particularly prone to burnout. Up to over a third of early-career researchers have sought help for anxiety or depression caused by work-related stress. Prolonged exposure to high stress levels without adequate recovery can lead to chronic health issues, impacting productivity and creativity.
World Wellness Weekend offers a perfect opportunity to counteract these trends by taking the first steps to foster healthier habits and integrating daily rituals that prioritise your mental and physical health.