The Importance of Self-Care and the Role of Volunteering in Health and Well-Being

Thank you to our guest speaker, Arianna Huffington, Thrive Global Founder and CEO, who joined Jennifer Sirangelo, President & CEO of Points of Light to discuss how prioritizing self-care is not just beneficial, but integral to sustaining their ability to serve effectively and make a sustainable impact. Their conversation included:

• The health benefits of self-care: How it sustains energy, sharpens focus and prevents burnout.
• Practical strategies for daily self-care: Simple, actionable steps to nurture emotional resilience and well-being.
• Volunteering as self-care: Discover how acts of service provide purpose, connection and fulfillment that support mental and emotional health.
• Strengthening social connections through volunteering: How volunteering can reduce isolation, build community and bridge divides.

Resources

• Thrive Global: Well-Being & Behavior Change Platform
• The Thrive Global Cookbook
• Thrive and Points of Light Guide to Volunteering

Top Takeaways

• Microsteps have a macro impact — small acts of self-care lead to greater well-being over time
• Joy is a daily practice — it’s something we can cultivate in everyday moments
• Sleep is a superpower — it’s the foundation to well-being and productivity