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Gratitude is a healing force that can positively impact mental and physical well-being. Learn how consistent reflection can foster a richer, more fulfilling life through the cultivation of gratitude.
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Optimism as a Means to a Longer Life
Explore the profound impact of optimism on emotional and physical well-being, longevity, and healing. Recent studies reveal its role in reducing stress, improving health, and even increasing lifespan.
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Amidst the holiday cheer, societal pressure to be joyful can be challenging when personal sentiments don't align. Enter Akivah Northern, a Stanford researcher exploring joy's facets, linking it to gratitude, resilience, and overall well-being.
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Delve into the life of Dr. Bruce Feldstein, an esteemed chaplain, physician, and educator at Stanford. Renowned for seamlessly merging spirituality and medicine, he leads our Gratitude and Reflection pillar.
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This practice is recommended by Dr. Bruce Feldstein, Head of the Gratitude & Reflection Pillar, Director of the Jewish Chaplaincy Services, and Adjunct Clinical Professor at the Stanford School of Medicine. | |
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Upcoming Events
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Healthy Aging 50+: The Science of Healthy Aging | February 8, 2024 | more info coming soon
- Lifestyle Medicine team member Jonathan Bonnet, MD, MPH will be presenting at the Korean College of Lifestyle Medicine Conference | November 30, 2023 | learn more
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The Gunn High School Lifestyle Medicine Affiliate Club will host their first Gratitude Chalk Wall creation event | November 16, 2023 | learn more
Community Engagement:
- Marissa Huang, Stanford medical student and SLM team member, launched the first Stanford Lifestyle Medicine Interest Group this fall | learn more
- Dr. Cindy Kin and Dr. Carlie Arbaugh, members of the Healthful Nutrition Pillar, spoke to the Texas A&M Lifestyle Medicine Interest Group about incorporating lifestyle medicine into surgical careers | November 15th, 2023
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Anne Friedlander, PhD, SLM Assistant Director, presented to the Stanford Parent's Club on physical activity for longevity in the modern world | November 9th, 2023 | learn more
- The Community Engagement Pillar Head, Rusly Harsono, MD, wowed the crowd at the Annual Parkmead Chili and Cornbread Cook-Off with his vegan chili | November 4th, 2023 | learn more
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Rachele Pojednic, PhD, EdM, and member of the Healthful Nutrition Pillar spoke to the Gunn Lifestyle Medicine club about cultivating healthy exercise and nutritional habits during adolescence | October 24th, 2023 | learn more
Team Member Research Highlights:
- What We Get Wrong About Gratitude | Thrive Global | Barbara Waxman | read more
- Four questions for Jamie Zeitzer on daylight saving time | Stanford News | read more
- Association of Dietary Adherence and Dietary Quality with Weight Loss Success among those Following Low-Carbohydrate and Low-Fat Diets | Marily Oppezzo, PhD & Michelle Hauser, MD | read more
- Remote Telemonitoring with a Human Touch: a Promising Addition to Post-discharge Care for Surgical Patients | Cindy Kin, MD | read more
- Changing Mindsets About Side Effects of the COVID-19 Vaccination: A Randomized Controlled Trial | Alia Crum, PhD | read more
- ACLM Expert Consensus Statement: Lifestyle Medicine for Optimal Outcomes in Primary Care | Jonathan Bonnet, MD, MPH | read more
- Light at night and mental health, cause or consequence? | Jamie Zeitzer, PhD | read more
- Barriers and Facilitators of Surgical Prehabilitation Adherence from the Patient Perspective: a Mixed Method Study | Cindy Kin, MD & Carlie Arbaugh, MD | read more
- The role of menstrual cycle phase-based resistance training for women post anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction: a scoping review | Stacy Sims, PhD | read more
Stanford Courses:
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Rachele Pojednic, PhD, EdM, and member of the Healthful Nutrition Pillar will teach the inaugural sports nutrition course at Stanford University this winter quarter | Humbio 132 | learn more
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The Practical Applications of Lifestyle Medicine lunch seminar elective will take place this winter quarter and is open to Stanford medical and PA students | Ortho 230 | learn more
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