Actionable, science-backed tools to support your well-being.

Wellness Matters is a blog series designed to explore health and wellness issues and share evidence-based tools that can help you strengthen your well-being. Written by Michelle Pearce, PhD, professor and director, Certificate of Integrative Health and Wellness. 

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Latest Posts

Feeling Stressed About Holiday Eating? Try This.

Published December 1, 2025

A few mindful shifts can help you enjoy your holiday meals without the usual stress around food. Read the "Holiday Eating" blog post on The Elm. 

Welcome to Wellness Matters

Published December 1, 2025

In these uncertain times, with constant stressors and unsettling news, our nervous systems are under strain like never before. More than ever, we must protect and prioritize our health. Without it, nothing else in life functions well. Your wellness matters. I’m so glad you’re here. Read the "Welcome to Wellness Matters" blog post on The Elm.

An Integrative Approach to Stress Management: Practical Tools for Building Resilience and Well-Being

Stress is part of being human—but you can learn to navigate it with greater ease and resilience. In this interactive webinar, Dr. Michelle Pearce will show you the science of stress: how it affects your brain, body, and emotions, and why understanding this science matters for choosing the right tools. After this dynamic session, you'll leave with both insight and action steps, ready to handle stress more effectively today and build resilience for the long run.

Register for the Webinar on April 26, 2026