Center for the Advancement of Well-Being

Center for the Advancement of Well-Being The Center for the Advancement of Well-Being at George Mason University strives to create a world where we are "Thriving Together."

The mission of the Center for the Advancement of Well-Being is to catalyze human well-being by promoting the science and practices that lead to a life of vitality, purpose, and resilience. As an interdisciplinary teaching and research center at George Mason University, we are dedicated to helping individuals and organizations thrive in a world of complexity and uncertainty. The Center’s vision is

to impact the well-being of 10 million people by 2019. Individuals who engage with the Center learn to build a foundation of well-being that enables them to:

• experience a deepening sense of personal meaning in their lives
• increase their ability to creatively solve problems
• become more resilient and develop a greater capacity to respond to challenging and stressful situations
• build and deepen meaningful, supportive relationships

These qualities increase well-being, performance, and success in all areas of life. The Center serves both individuals and organizations, including:

• Mason students, faculty and staff
• Lifelong learners and organizations
• Researchers
• Industry leaders, practitioners, and executive coaches

Intro to Mindfulness sessions are here for the Fall! ❣️All these opportunities will help you learn practical ways to han...
08/26/2026

Intro to Mindfulness sessions are here for the Fall! ❣️

All these opportunities will help you learn practical ways to handle stress, find balance and feel more connected all while building a supportive community.

https://wellbeing.gmu.edu/students/intro-to-mindfulness/

Strong workplace relationships contribute to healthier, more engaged communities. Bridge to Belonging provides faculty a...
08/25/2026

Strong workplace relationships contribute to healthier, more engaged communities. Bridge to Belonging provides faculty and staff with an opportunity to build connections across departments while enhancing workplace well-being:
https://wellbeing.gmu.edu/students/bridge-to-belonging-students/

George Mason faculty and staff, register on Mason 360 for either one of these Fall 2026 online groups:
• Fridays at 12 noon via Zoom, on September 4, September 11, September 18, September 25, and October 2
• Thursdays at 2 p.m. via Zoom, on October 15, October 22, October 29, November 5, and November 12

Every great coach has another SUMMIT to reach.💬 The best coaches never stop learning. SUMMIT: Advanced Coaching Mastery ...
08/25/2026

Every great coach has another SUMMIT to reach.

💬 The best coaches never stop learning. SUMMIT: Advanced Coaching Mastery (formerly known as the Masterful Coaching Course) is an opportunity to deepen your coaching practice, integrate advanced techniques, and continue evolving as a coaching professional:
https://wellbeing.gmu.edu/certificate-programs/masterful-coaching/

📅 Attend an upcoming info session to learn more about our ICF-accredited program:
• Thursday, September 10, from 12 noon to 1 p.m. EST: https://gmu.zoom.us/meeting/register/q3HZhx8MQvKcGIZeqIxoIw #/registration

Whether you’re working with executives, leaders, teams, or individuals, this ICF-accredited advanced program helps you expand your confidence and effectiveness.

What does coaching mastery mean to you?

Patriots, as we start a new semester, mindfulness meditation can help you make the most of it! Learn skills that can hel...
08/24/2026

Patriots, as we start a new semester, mindfulness meditation can help you make the most of it! Learn skills that can help you focus well, relieve stress, and more in Intro to Mindfulness, for George Mason students and employees. Discover these online opportunities for the fall 2026 semester:
https://wellbeing.gmu.edu/students/intro-to-mindfulness/

George Mason faculty and staff, join a fun and fascinating online discussion of the book "Awe: The New Science of Everyd...
08/21/2026

George Mason faculty and staff, join a fun and fascinating online discussion of the book "Awe: The New Science of Everyday Wonder and How It Can Transform Your Life" by Dacher Keltner. Learn how awe can transform our brains and bodies, examine the meaning and influence of awe across history and culture, and explore how you can cultivate awe in your everyday life.

Join us for either one of these sessions: Monday, September 28, from 12 noon to 1 p.m. or Wednesday, October 28, from 12 noon to 1 p.m. Register on Mason 360 from now until August 26!

🚀 A thriving coaching business requires more than great coaching. It requires strategy. George Mason University’s Busine...
08/20/2026

🚀 A thriving coaching business requires more than great coaching. It requires strategy. George Mason University’s Business of Coaching certificate program gives you the tools to market, structure, and scale your practice. Join an upcoming info session to learn more:
https://wellbeing.gmu.edu/certificate-programs/business-of-coaching/

👉 Register by Monday, February 1, 2027, for our program that’s happening on Friday, February 12, 2027.

What part of your business do you want to strengthen the most?

Our center's fall 2026 Writing for Well-Being groups give participants a chance to explore wonder and delight through re...
08/19/2026

Our center's fall 2026 Writing for Well-Being groups give participants a chance to explore wonder and delight through reading, conversation, and journaling in response to Ross Gay’s The Book of Delights. George Mason faculty and staff, join us for either one of these options:

• Synchronous virtual sessions from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. on September 4, 11, 18, and 25 - Register on Mason 360 for the fall virtual group: https://cglink.me/2d7/r2299868
• Synchronous in-person sessions from 12 noon to 1 p.m. on the Fairfax campus (location to be sent after registration) on October 8, 15, 22, and 29 - Register on Mason 360 for the fall in-person group: https://cglink.me/2d7/r2299869

Our center's fall 2026 Writing for Well-Being groups give participants a chance to explore wonder and delight through re...
08/19/2026

Our center's fall 2026 Writing for Well-Being groups give participants a chance to explore wonder and delight through reading, conversation, and journaling in response to Ross Gay’s “The Book of Delights”:
https://wellbeing.gmu.edu/resources-2/resources/writing-for-wellbeing/

George Mason faculty and staff, join us for either one of these options:
• Synchronous virtual sessions from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. on September 4, 11, 18, and 25 - Register on Mason 360 for the fall virtual group: https://cglink.me/2d7/r2299868
• Synchronous in-person sessions from 12 noon to 1 p.m. on the Fairfax campus (location to be sent after registration) on October 8, 15, 22, and 29 - Register on Mason 360 for the fall in-person group: https://cglink.me/2d7/r2299869

Reach your next SUMMIT as a coach.🏔️ Coaching excellence is a lifelong journey. SUMMIT: Advanced Coaching Mastery (forme...
08/17/2026

Reach your next SUMMIT as a coach.

🏔️ Coaching excellence is a lifelong journey. SUMMIT: Advanced Coaching Mastery (formerly known as the Masterful Coaching Course) is designed for experienced coaches who want to deepen their practice, strengthen their presence, and continue growing toward coaching mastery:
https://wellbeing.gmu.edu/certificate-programs/masterful-coaching/

📅 Attend an upcoming info session to learn more about our ICF-accredited program:
• TODAY: Monday, August 17, from 12 noon to 1 p.m. EST: https://gmu.zoom.us/meeting/register/ld8dFXYTRKWrQ8nanerm5g #/registration
• Thursday, September 10, from 12 noon to 1 p.m. EST: https://gmu.zoom.us/meeting/register/q3HZhx8MQvKcGIZeqIxoIw #/registration

Through advanced learning and meaningful practice, you’ll refine your coaching approach while expanding your impact with clients and organizations.

What coaching skill has made the biggest difference in your work with clients?

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