Food Glorious Food: The Practices and Pleasures of Eating Sustainably
Florida Atlantic University – Osher Lifelong Learning Institute – Boca Raton, FL
The focus of this class is to encourage participants to reconnect with the pleasures and purposes of eating wisely and well, especially now, during these challenging and disruptive times. Experience the clarity and power that arises when we take time to consider the big picture along with the stories we tell ourselves about what we eat and why.
Tap back into the joy and satisfaction of eating nutritiously, deliciously, and responsibly. Take advantage of this opportunity to explore different ideas concerning the impact of our choices on our personal health and vitality as well as on the ecological well-being of Planet Earth.
Coach Minx grew up in the restaurant business in NYC and has been exploring and presenting about the joys and challenges of eating well for the past 45 years. She taught both cooking and nutrition at Natural Gourmet in NYC and was a major contributor to a book by that same name.
TIME: 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM
DATE: June 8, 2023
LOCATION: Lifelong Learning Classrooms, Continuing Education Building
BODY-WISE PRACTICES: How Being Present in Our Bodies Can Enrich Our Lives
Florida Atlantic University – Osher Lifelong Learning Institute – Boca Raton, FL
Course Description
The focus of this one-time program is to encourage participants to mindfully reconnect with the miracle of being present in our body.
When we make time to tune in to what is needed and wanted physically, we can shift our energy and our comfort level in immediately noticeable ways. This program is highly experiential, and participants will explore the various ways to get body-centered and focused. There will be multiple handouts to encourage ongoing use of what is learned.
TIME: 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM
DATE: Wednesday, October 12
LOCATION: Lifelong Learning Classrooms, Continuing Education Building
GROWING (B)OLDER... WITH GRATITUDE, GUSTO, GRIT AND GRACE
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: There are “AHA! Moments” that shape and shift our lives. This course is an opportunity to look back on what brought us to this time and place while looking to the future with hope and determination. We will focus on what it takes to grow boldly, to remain involved with and connected to our own true selves, others, and the larger communities in which we all participate.
The theme of this series revolves around the quest to see each new day as a gift and an opportunity to live in meaningful, purposeful, joyful, and fulfilling ways. Using a coach approach, we will explore inspirational ideas about how to thrive through this time of life. Now, more than ever, the world needs our experience, perspective, and wisdom. Space is limited.
LECTURES:
- The Essentiality of Gratitude: Engaging fully in life begins with a deep appreciation for all that is.
- The Energetics of Gusto: Enthusiasm, curiosity, and a willingness to commit to something worthwhile are at the core of growing boldly.
- The Cultivation of Grit: Tenacity matters. Floundering in disillusionment interferes with our capacity to grow.
- The Importance of Grace: A disposition to kindness and decency are keys to joy.
WS343
Time: 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Date: Wednesdays, February 8, 15, 22; March 1
Location: Lifelong Learning classrooms, Continuing Education Building
