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9:15 – 10:00 am Jaharis 156
Tai Chi Session, presented by Jennifer Pustz, Researcher, Public Health & Community Medicine, Tufts University
If you have ever been curious about tai chi, this session is for you! In this session, participants will: 1) learn about the history and health benefits of tai chi; 2) experience a demonstration of the Yang Style Cheng Man Ch’ing 37 posture short form; and 3) learn several simple warm-ups and exercises based on this form that are easy to learn and practice anywhere. No experience or special attire/equipment are needed, just comfortable clothing and an open mind.
10:15 – 10:45 am Jaharis 118
"Are you Financially Healthy?" Seminar, presented by Theresa Palmer, Metro Credit Union
True financial health is based on four key components: Spending, Saving, Borrowing and Planning. You will get a chance to confidentially determine your own Financial Health Score and learn the steps you can take to improve that score.
11:00am - 1:00pm Jaharis 156
Therapy Animals Session, presented by Tufts Paws for People
Several animal/human teams from Tufts Paws for People will be joining us for some love and petting. Tufts Paws for People, of the Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University in Grafton and Tufts University in Medford, is a group of local therapy animal teams associated with Tufts University at Grafton and Medford.
2:00 – 2:30 pm Jaharis 156
Chair Yoga Session, presented by Christina Pastan, Assistant Clinical Professor of Endodontics and Director of Mind Body Wellness, Tufts University School of Dental Medicine
Chair yoga is a form of yoga as therapy developed by Lakshmi Voelker-Binder in 1982. Trained by Lakshmi, Dr. Christina DiBona Pastan certified Kripalu yoga teacher and Director of Mind-Body Wellness at TUSDM will guide a 30 minute chair yoga practice that will include breathing exercises and seated yoga postures. This practice is suitable for all levels and deepens flexibility, increases range of motion and strengthens personal body awareness. Chair yoga has helped people with the symptoms of many chronic health issues including hypertension, anxiety, chronic fatigue, arthritis, multiple sclerosis, clinical depression and chronic pain.
3:00 – 3:30 pm Jaharis 156
Meditation Session, presented by Christina Pastan, Assistant Clinical Professor of Endodontics and Director of Mind Body Wellness, Tufts University School of Dental Medicine
Meditation is an ancient practice that calms the mind and relaxes the body. We are human beings that more and more have become human doings. Meditation allows us to “just be” and get quiet within ourselves as well as cultivate the qualities self-awareness, non-judgement and self-compassion. This 30 minute introductory mediation session will tap into all three qualities of meditation with a variety of techniques and two meditation experiences. No experience necessary.