A Moment to Breathe, Reset & Connect in the Garden
Step away from the demands of the day and reconnect with yourself and your community at the jane b semel HCI Community Garden.
Stemming from our Rooted in Resilience conference theme, this special Lench & Learn session invites you to slow down, nurture your well-being, and make space for renewal.
This session will be led by Johnnie Yang, Ph.D.
We’ll begin with a guided garden tour, exploring the plants and engaging our senses along the way. Then, settle into a dedicated period for restoration, including:
- Guided Meditation
- Mindful Breathing
- Body Scan
- Live Sound Bath
The session will conclude with an opportunity for shared reflection.
Each participant will receive a seed to plant in the garden or take home-a small reminder that growth begins with care and intention.
Johnnie Yang, Ph.D.
Postdoctoral Fellow
Johnnie Yang (he/him/his) is an education researcher whose work advances holistic well-being in higher education. He received his Ph.D. in Education from UCLA, where he examined how colleges and universities can better support student well-being through measurement, intervention, and curriculum.
His expertise includes survey development, mixed-methods research, and evidence-based wellness practices such as meditation, breathwork, and yoga in educational settings.