you asked, and we heard you -- pride central and student health and wellness are hosting another pride social! join us at the study on thursday, january 12th from 5-7 pm to connect with fellow 2slgbtqia+ 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 . whether you are looking to make new friends or are interested in potential romantic connections, we'll have you covered with colour-coded bracelets, conversation starters, and a hands-on activity. see you there!
we are starting to count down the days until exams and school are over for the year, 2023 is quickly approaching and the new year resolution ideas are flooding in. we need to make sure that we are setting attainable and realistic goals for ourselves. setting goals for yourself with no specific aim, that are unrealistic, or are too vague can be detrimental to your overall mental and physical health. not reaching your predicted goals can cause a sense of failure, creating high self-criticism, de-motivation, low self-esteem, poor sense of self, negative thinking, and codependency. one or more of these issues can cause depression and anxiety in oneself to rise and potentially become harmful and irreparable. however, there is a way to set goals that can be attenable and achievable while being proactive and keeping your mental and physical health in mind, using the smart method. the smart method allows you to plan and organize your considerations and ambitions in an organized and well thought out manner, pushing for success in reaching your personal goals.
smart goal setting:
specific
a specific goal should answer these five questions:
measurable
a measurable goal will answer:
achievable
an achievable goal will answer the question:
relevant
a relevant goal will answer yes to these questions:
time-bound
goals includes target dates. a time-bound goal will help to answer:
once you have finalized your smart goals, the next phase that many goal-setters fall short of is to plan the next steps you need to take and how to put them into action. think of what resources you need, what activities do you need to complete to achieve your goal, and who can help you achieve your goal. having a supportive friend and/or family network to help you stay on track can be very beneficial to you the people around you. remember that failure is a part of the process and paves the way for success as it allows for the opportunity to learn and grow from it. as michael jordan said:
“i’ve missed more than 9000 shots in my career. i’ve lost almost 300 games. 26 times, i’ve been trusted to take the game winning shot and missed. i’ve failed over and over and over again in my life. and this is why i succeed”
read here for more information on a how-to guide for smart goal setting.
to help get you through exams, the student affairs department is offering build-your-own exam wellness kits in simcoe hall! stop by any time from december 8th – 19th to get what you need to have a healthy and successful exam period. kit items include:
you’re almost there, the end of the semester is on the horizon! these last couple of weeks can turn into a real grind if you’re not careful, and when you’re busy and overwhelmed with exam study, you can easily forget to take care of yourself (or you might feel guilty for taking the time to do so).
however, it’s important to take a step back and practice self-care to help you manage your stress, improve your productivity, and maintain your physical and mental health. after all, you can’t pour from an empty cup!
as we head into exams and the christmas holiday it can often become easy to rely on quick and inexpensive foods that are full of sugar and other unhealthy ingredients.
taking care of your health and practicing healthy habits is a key strategy to manage stress during exam time. this includes, eating nutritious foods, getting enough sleep, exercising, and taking some time to relax and connect with yourself and others. trying to do it all can feel overwhelming, but even taking 10 minutes to do something for yourself can make a difference in managing stress. drop by the library between 10:30am to 12:30pm and take10 with student health and wellness; come relax, grab a snack, and learn more tips for stress management.
join student health and wellness and student central for an information session about how your food choices impact your mood and how to improve your overall well-being by eating well without breaking the bank.
you'll learn about:
the session will be led by sara corcoran from student health and wellness and melanie oakes from student central.
come take a break with the peer wellness educators! unwind while painting and watching pixar movies in the student health and wellness activity room- snacks and supplies are provided!
as part of thrive week, join student health and wellness for a facilitated discussion focused on mental health stigma including basic mental health literacy, an overview of mental health resources and supports and an invitation to take part in reducing stigma on campus with the use of our toolkit.
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stop by and visit the orillia peer wellness table in simcoe hall to relax, refresh, and recharge with a warm beverage in between classes! learn about some new ways to find relaxation in your everyday life, like simple stretches, meditation techniques, or quiet and reflective activities, and how you can easily incorporate them into your day.
