Flourish and Nourish was left off of the Wednesday Wellness email. It is Monday 2/9 in Conference Center 103/104 See attached for information.
Flourish & Nourish sessions are casual spaces for health care providers and learners to come together, share a meal, and connect about the joys and challenges of clinical care. We start with a prompt to help conversation get flowing – the rest of the time is unstructured to eat and relax.
Lunch will be provided and a raffle for fun prizes!
Upcoming events:
· Flourish and Nourish 2/9 Noon CC103/104. Flourish & Nourish sessions are casual spaces for health care providers and learners to come together, share a meal, and connect about the joys and challenges of clinical care. We start with a prompt to help conversation get flowing – the rest of the time is unstructured to eat and relax. Lunch will be provided and a raffle for fun prizes!
Schwartz Center Rounds: 3/3 Noon CC121. More information can be found here: Schwartz Rounds – Home
· CMSRU Story slam: 2/17 12-1 CMSRU Auditorium The theme is “The Unexpected Diagnosis.”
· Cooper Solution Discounts on local attractions: Entertainment
· Snack box refill: If you drop your snack box off at 101 Haddon Suite 204, I will refill them for you! We just got a new delivery!
If you have an event you want uplifted, please email me at bass-maya@cooperhealth.edu
Helpful Links
· New Link for Discounted daycare: Bright Horizons For Cooper Housestaff
· Residents’ guide to accessing Primary Care at Cooper: Resources for Trainees.pdf
· Cooper GME Wellness Page: https://wellness.cooperhealth.org/gme-wellness/
· Cooper Wellness Page: Compassion & Resiliency Experience (C.A.R.E.) Program
· Cooper’s Community Resources: Cooper Unite
· Cali Courses for Professional Development: http://portal/Departments/CALI/CALI%20Catalog/Forms/AllItems.aspx
Wellness Tip: Thriving in the Dark and Cold Months
As winter settles in with shorter days and colder temperatures, many of us notice dips in energy, mood, motivation, and sleep quality. This is a normal physiologic response to reduced sunlight and disrupted circadian rhythms — but there are evidence-based strategies that can help us feel more resilient and well through the season.
Here are a few tools shown to make a meaningful difference:
☀️ Prioritize light exposure
Morning sunlight (even on cloudy days) helps regulate mood and sleep-wake cycles. Aim for 15–30 minutes outdoors early in the day when possible. Light therapy boxes are also evidence-based for seasonal mood changes.
🏃♀️ Keep moving — gently and consistently
Regular physical activity improves energy, sleep, and mood. Even brief walks, stretching between patients (chair yoga anyone??), or 10–15 minutes of movement count.
😴 Protect your sleep routine
Consistent bedtimes, reduced screen exposure before sleep, and a dark, cool bedroom support circadian rhythm stability — which often shifts during winter months.
🤝 Stay socially connected
Isolation tends to increase in colder seasons. Scheduling coffee chats, group walks, or quick check-ins can buffer stress and improve emotional well-being. A phone call or facetime can make a big difference!
🧠 Practice cognitive and stress-regulation skills
Mindfulness, gratitude journaling, and brief breathing exercises have strong evidence for reducing stress and supporting mental health — even in short daily doses. Here’s a link to one of my favorite: Bing Videos
🥗 Nourish your body
Balanced meals, hydration, and adequate protein support energy and mood. Be careful of high sugar foods that can lead to midafternoon crashes.
Winter can feel heavy — but small, consistent habits make a big impact. Even one positive change can improve how you feel and function through the season.
Stay Warm,