Navigating Menopause, Mental Health, and the Workplace

Navigating Menopause, Mental Health, and the Workplace   Authors: Ellen Kocher & Jocelyn  Pepe Menopause is a natural stage in a woman’s life that profoundly affects both physical and mental health. As women navigate this phase, they may encounter various symptoms impacting their emotional, psychological, and physical well-being. Recently, Ellen Kocher* and Jocelyn Pepe* explored the depth of connection between menopause, mental health, and its…

A Worldwide Perspective on the Role of End-of-Life Doulas

A Worldwide Perspective on the Role of End-of-Life Doulas The Dying Well Initiative, a part of the Global Wellness Institute, is pleased to present this FREE webinar on October 22. The online event features End of Life Doulas from Ukraine, Mexico, and the U.S. Join us for a powerful conversation to discover how these doulas are addressing critical shortages in care and working in areas…

Susie Ellis Scholarship 2024 Recipients

Congratulations to Our 2024 Scholarship  Recipients Resonating with the global movement for equality and inclusion, the third year of the Global Wellness Institute’s (GWI’s) Susie Ellis Scholarship for Equity in Wellness welcomed an astounding 300+ applications from over 60 countries according to the fund’s creator, Executive Director and Chief Creative Officer Nancy Davis. After careful consideration, the Global Wellness Summit (GWS) Advisory Board awarded the 2024 Scholarship to Cida…

Catching Up on Sleep on Weekends Associated With 20% Lower Risk of Heart Disease

Catching Up on Sleep on Weekends Associated With 20% Lower Risk of Heart Disease A study presented at the 2024 European Society of Cardiology meeting examined data from 90,903 adults in the UK Biobank project, a database holding medical and lifestyle records of 500,000 people in the UK. Of these, 19,816 met the criteria for being sleep deprived. Over a follow-up period of 14 years, the…

From Surviving to Thriving: 3 Essential Questions to Ask About Your Personal Brand

From Surviving to Thriving: 3 Essential Questions to Ask About Your Personal Brand Author: Ellen Kocher   Every health coach reaches a point where they ask themselves, “Am I thriving or merely surviving?” A robust personal brand can make all the difference. Here are three critical questions to guide you in evaluating and refining your brand: What Makes You Unique? Reflect on what differentiates you…