Rest, Recharge, and Renew supports a holistic approach to overall well-being that includes the needs of the body, mind, and spirit and recognizes that true rest and revitalization go beyond simple adages to get more sleep. We encourage pursuing a balanced combination of physical, mental, and emotional rejuvenation practices that may be integrated into daily life. Explore these university resources to support your journey.
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Tranquil Transitions
- Yale Community Meditation, Rise and Shine and Renew yoga
- Premium membership for the Calm app which features bedtime stories, meditations, tools, soothing sounds, (registration information available on the Benefits website)
Dream Team
- Health coaching to help you develop achieve goals for healthy living.
- Emotional Well-being Solutions through Optum offering short-term support and virtual coaching.
Sleep Savvy Sessions with Yale Experts
- Register today for Sleep and Aging on March 25.
Restful Reads
- Use Your Paid Time Off (PTO) to Refresh and Reset
- Learn a few lifehacks on “Uptime for Optum.” Enjoy Yale’s curated and featured Collections including “How to sleep better” and “The art of the active rest.”
- Explore a library of resources on Optum’s support finder website.
- If it is your first time visiting the site, create a username, accept the “Terms of Service” to sign in, and search articles and health journeys (no password is needed).
- YaleNews articles
Helpful Hacks
From aromatherapy to supplements and weighted blankets, learn more about holistic ways to ensure more ZZ’s.
- Sleep Health Topics - National Sleep Foundation
- Home Page - Sleep Education - American Academy of Sleep Medicine
- Bedroom Environment: What Elements Are Important?
- Sleep Advice, Mattress & Product Reviews | Sleep Foundation