by Sharon Brock | Mar 24, 2026 | Profiles, Gratitude & Purpose, Mental Health
By Sharon Brock, MS, MEd The newest member of Stanford Lifestyle Medicine’s Gratitude & Purpose pillar is Diane Friedlaender, PhD, a renowned education researcher, whole-student curriculum designer, and community builder devoted to social justice and human...
by Sharon Brock | Dec 17, 2025 | Social Engagement, Mental Health
By Sharon Brock, MS, MEd Perhaps you’re an empty nester, newly retired, or you’ve moved to a new city—there are many reasons why you may want to build community in the later chapters of life. Making new friends is not just about improving your quality of life;...
by M. Javad Ershad | Dec 17, 2025 | Social Engagement, Mental Health
By M. Javad Ershad, MD A new survey, “Social Connection in America™,” conducted by a team of researchers led by Professor Julianne Holt-Lunstad, and funded by the Barnes Family Foundation, provides a new nationwide picture of how Americans relate to one...
by Sophie Burnet & Sharon Brock | Dec 17, 2025 | Social Engagement, Stress Management, Mental Health
By Sophie Burnet, BS and Sharon Brock, MS, MEd Whether it’s watching your children scroll for hours on their phones or your spouse glued to YouTube videos into the night, you might see technology as an obstacle for social connection. While we know that meaningful...
by Sharon Brock | Dec 17, 2025 | Social Engagement, Stress Management, Mental Health
By Sharon Brock, MS, MEd Many have heard of the book “The Let Them Theory” by Mel Robbins, but most don’t realize that the theory is influenced by an ancient mindfulness concept called equanimity. Equanimity can be defined as non-reactivity, emotional stability, or a...
by Sophia Fay | Oct 21, 2025 | Restorative Sleep, Daily Habits, Mental Health
By Sophia Fay, BS For those who experience depression or anxiety, Stanford researchers have found that the time one goes to sleep plays a part in mental health risk. In a study of more than 70,000 adults, researchers examined the relationship between bedtime and...
