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Dec. 9, 2024
What can FX's "The Bear" teach us about hospitality in social work?

Guidara writes, “’Black and white’ means you’re doing your job with competence and efficiency; ‘color’ means you make people feel great about the job you’re doing for them. Getting the right plate to the right person at the right table is service. But genuinely engaging with the person you’re serving, so you can make an authentic connection—that’s hospitality.” Guidara tells story after story of making such a connection with his guests, celebrating life’s ups and downs, and learning to see people with greater intentionality, empathy and authenticity.

Dec. 9, 2024
Environmental Humanities Faculty at the UN World Urban Forum

Several faculty in and supporting Environmental Humanities just spoke at the UN Habitat World Urban Forum 12 (Nov. 4-8) in Cairo, Egypt.  Dr. Stephanie Boddie (Social Work, Environmental Humanities faculty affiliate) and Dr. Joshua King (English, Environmental Humanities Director) shared about their work with the Sustainable Community and Regenerative Agriculture (SCRAP) Collective, and Dr. Paul Martens (Religion, Director of Baylor's Ethics Initiative and Interdisciplinary Programs) organized an interdisciplinary panel focused on interfaith human dignity.  

Dec. 9, 2024
Baylor Research Reveals How Gratitude Boosts Health, Resilience and Community Bonds

Intentionally practicing gratitude encourages us to regularly recognize and appreciate the positive aspects of our lives. While research shows that gratitude benefits health, well-being and happiness, it simultaneously fosters new connections and strengthens existing relationships by encouraging positive interactions and prosocial behaviors.

Dec. 9, 2024
Psychologist, Dr. Gail Gross & licensed therapist, Cali Werner, answer viewer questions on how to restore relationships after the election

Psychologist, Dr. Gail Gross & licensed therapist, Cali Werner, share tips on how to decompress and how to better handle things we can't control.