The University of Wisconsin-Superior is one of many colleges and universities that have chosen to integrate Levelhead-Ed into their programs this semester. Here are highlights from our recent discussion with two key leaders of the Pruitt Center for Mindfulness and Well-Being, leaders who are doing many innovative things to better the lives of their students.

Last night I got a text from a friend that started with, “I’m so bored!”. I understood why she might feel that way. Many of the things we do to make our lives interesting and satisfying have changed or stopped. In reflecting on her text, I have to admit, I feel bored even though I have more than enough to do. So why do I feel this way? That prompted me to review recent research on this topic.

I’m sure you are experiencing the same issue that I am - not being able to run out and get whatever you want, whenever you want it. Today was another wake-up call for me. After all of the handwashing, I noticed how dry my nails were. The hand cream I was using wasn’t helping and I needed nail oil. But, I didn’t have any at home…

Are you one of those people whose feelings have a lot to do with what and how much you eat? You’re not alone. Emotional hunger refers to a cycle of eating triggered by an emotion. Many of us eat when we’re happy, stressed, anxious, and even when we’re bored. Let’s take a look at how we can curb this tendency.