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This wellness experience gives you the opportunity to learn sleight of hand techniques and close-up magic in an inviting, fun, and relaxed social atmosphere. No experience necessary! Performing magic serves as a positive distraction, provides an opportunity to learn a new skill to share with others, and promotes mindfulness through hands-on learning. Each session is facilitated by a member of t…
Individuals who have volunteered throughout their lifetime typically live longer and have better psychological well-being. Do Good, Feel Good’s mission is to build a strong community of people who want to make this world a better place. Our goal is to reach out to areas in the local and broader community that are in need through various acts of giving back. We hope this program will leave you …
Come join us for English conversations on cultural perspectives, world news, local events, and more. International and domestic students, scholars, and staff are all welcome! No registration is necessary. Questions? Contact Rene Caputo, r.caputo@duke.edu
Did you know on any given day you can encounter an astonishing variety of wild animals right on campus? It’s true, and I’m not just talking about bugs. Or squirrels, although I love those little acorn spreaders. I’m talking about birds. In this session we will seek the liveliness of the world around us. Specifically, we will go to those underexplored margins of campus to kick up jewels that …
Relax, restore, and energize your physical and mental well-being by coming together to create rhythm, a universal language that allows us to connect with ourselves and others. Through this experience you will begin to encounter how drumming induces relaxation and feelings of well-being, while releasing stress. This group meets every other Wednesday from 6:30pm – 7:30pm in Room 148 of the Stu…
Meditative Art is an opportunity to relax and be creative without the pressure of performing. We invite you to practice mindfulness and experience peace by leaving it all on paper. No experience necessary and materials will be provided!
Our paint nights are a calming space for you to take time out of your busy week to be creative, destress, and have fun. Paint night is designed for people of all artistic levels: the most important thing is to enjoy yourself. Bring your friends, or come on your own, everyone is welcome! All painting supplies will be provided.
This wellness experience gives you the opportunity to learn sleight of hand techniques and close-up magic in an inviting, fun, and relaxed social atmosphere. No experience necessary! Performing magic serves as a positive distraction, provides an opportunity to learn a new skill to share with others, and promotes mindfulness through hands-on learning. Each session is facilitated by a member of t…
This wellness experience will allow you to focus on your mind-body connection through restful poses, controlled breathing, and relaxation that will help you manage stress and anxiety.
This is a practice of Asana (physical movement), Pranayama (breathing exercises), and Dhyana (meditation). Each class will include mindfulness & breath control techniques, warm up movements to activate the body, a sequence of postures to maintain balance, flexibility and strength, and finally a deep relaxation experience. This is a wonderful holistic practice to engage the body, mind and spirit…
A Vinyasa flow class is a gentle yoga class for all levels that combines both yoga postures and breathing techniques. The goal of the class is to help people feel better in both their body and their mind.  This class is open to all Duke students, faculty, and staff. No registration or experience necessary. Limited yoga mats are available for use.
Give yourself the time to embark on a crafting project that allows you to be creative! This session invites you to make something that you can take with you as an ongoing reminder of how important it is to lean into your imagination. Materials will be provided, no experience necessary!