Fitness & Wellness

How and why its important to fill your cup first   Written by Serena Jain, Certified Mindfulness Educator & National Board-Certified Integrative Health & Well-Being Coach    The holiday season has arrived. Holiday …

Written by Serena Jain, Mindfulness Specialist A wellness routine is a holistic approach to taking care your physical, emotional and spiritual health. Wellness routines are the implementation of a daily routine that integrate areas such as sleep, …

Written by Mark Livshots, MA, LPC, Clinical Associate, Men’s Programming Specialist  When asked where they find the most peace and relaxation, many people may say “the outdoors”. Whether it be a forest preserve, mountains, bodies of water, …

Written by Kim Matthews, MA, LPC, Support Programs Coordinator There is always an argument for the benefit of being kind to oneself, but it can be an especially beneficial practice when experiencing a cancer diagnosis, supporting a loved one …

Written by Serena Jain, Mindfulness Specialist Meditation is a practice that involves focusing the mind on an object of awareness such as the breath, a thought, the body or an activity to be able to train the attention and achieve a calmer and …

Written by Dominique James, MS Welcome to the first official episode of CWC Radio. This new series has been curated for cancer patients and survivors with one objective in mind: MUSIC HEALS. CWC Radio has been developed by Clinical Associate, …

Written by Deborah Kronenberger, MA, LCPC, Wellness Programs Coordinator The practice of mindfulness has its roots in the ancient traditions. It was originally conceived as a way to ease suffering and cultivate compassion. For the same reasons, it …

Written by: Kimberly Matthews, MA, LCPC There is a strong body of research that demonstrates the positive effects of hiking on the body and the mind. While practicing social distancing, we can benefit from hiking in our local forest preserves and …

Written by: Michelle Mattero While we are all doing our best to manage the numerous challenges of the pandemic, many individuals are experiencing stress and anxiety more than ever. During this time of social distancing and isolation, it can feel …

Written by Evan Byer, Psy.D., Licensed Clinical Psychologist and facilitator for the Men’s Support Group Now, more than ever, it is especially important for men to have a safe space to process pressing issues in life. When men are compared with …

Written By: Vicki Marchio   Sharing the labyrinth with others has been one of the most meaningful and joyful experiences I have had in recent years. I have been practicing yoga for years while raising kids. This has brought serenity and …