RecWell Stories
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Carly Daniels
"Transferring to Grand Valley amidst a pandemic was tough at first, but taking advantage of the many resources offered helped me make the most of my experience. Finding a great support group, joining LIFT at RecWell, and focusing on myself were a game..."
Owen Dingledine
There are many things I do to pursue my wellness and stay on top of my mental heath. Much of what makes me happy involves being active outside, wether it's taking a hike or climbing. I find that when doing these activities I block out other..."
Katie Liebaert
"My friends and family motivate me to be healthy. I also think about my health goals in the long run. I know that all the small things I do to stay healthy now will benefit me later in life and allow me to make the most of the time I spend with the..."
Chelsea Rossow
"Making time for myself is my favorite way to reduce stress. Taking time to get away from the computer and just read a book, meditate, or even a quiet walk helps me feel calm. Seeing results in myself motivates me to keep going and keep making..."
Samuel Jangala
"I pursue wellness in a number of different ways. In any given day, I try to balance physical, emotional and mental wellness as they are all important for me to function at my optimum level. Physical wellness through exercise and sports..."
Caleb Danielson
My involvement with RecWell has impacted my time at GV in so many ways. I made some of my now best friends participating in IM and Club sports. RecWell has given me so many opportunities to not only build on my experiences at GV but create new ones...
Stella Sterling
"While I still haven't been able to calm my mind enough to sit through a meditation; yoga has been a great way for me to practice mindfulness while also improving my strength and mobility. Even a short practice leaves me feeling calmer and a lot..."
Sofia Hessler
"I find that in order to be the best version of myself I need to make a conscious effort to do things out of my comfort zone and surround myself with people who support me. I also try to eat as well as possible and make sure I maintain a healthy work..."
Ryleigh Emelander
"I focus on finding balance in my life. Setting work/life boundaries has been very helpful, as well as being aware of how I'm doing in each of the eight dimensions of wellness. Exercise, art, and sleep are my favorite ways to reduce stress..."
Beck Lukins
"I actively pursue my wellness in a lot of ways. I try to keep a journal, where I write about my dreams, things that are bothering me, and things I'm excited about or currently enjoying in my life. I also try to keep up with my hobbies, balancing them..."