Tips to Surviving a Seasonal Slump |
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Earlier this month, the clocks shifted and so comes a brisk chill, falling leaves, and shorter days with fall shifting into winter. 🍂
These changes may feel slight, but can have a significant physiological impact. You may notice a shift in energy levels, increasing appetite, and a general desire for greater rest - all of these are cues our bodies have evolved to help us connect with the changes in our environment.
Read from one of our Peer Wellbeing Ambassadors, Ellie, who dives deeper how the change of seasons impacts the mind and body in her blog exploring wintertime wellness❄️
As we round out the last three weeks of the semester, here are some tips from our Health Education team on navigating the seasonal stress that comes with this time of the year:
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| Embrace opportunities to invest in yourself with restorative practices
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- Save recipes, movies, and books and crafts that stimulate your curiosity to make early sunsets and long nights something to look forward to
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Decorate your space with colorful reminders that the sun will come back like mirrors, lamps, reflective objects... and if all else fails bundle up and go outside to recharge with some time in the sun!
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- Listen nonjudgmentally to your body's cues for an early bed time or an extra snack
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Find ways to add warmth and color into your life - literally and figuratively!
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- Movement is medicine, so make time to move through yoga, a workout class, or even plan walks with friends to get a cup of cocoa to help you stay active, social, and warm up the spirit!
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Check in with your people, sharing how you're doing and seeing where folks could use a boost. A little love goes a long way.
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Fill in the gaps with professional guidance and care
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- Build your stress management skills with a pro accountability buddy aka a Wellness Coach
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Share your feelings about how seasonal changes are impacting you at a same day session with the Counseling Center
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Introducing the Wellness Exchange: A 24/7 Basic Needs Self-Service Station |
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We’re excited to announce a new satellite location at the Peterson Heritage Center (PHC) 📍 where students can access free food, clothing, hygiene items, and wellness kits — at any time, no questions asked.
National trends are showing that an increasing amount of the population are facing basic needs insecurity:
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According to a national study from The Hope Center for Student Basic Needs, 73% of students experience basic needs insecurity.
- Results from the National College Health Assessment on our campus just a few years ago found that nearly 40%, or 2 in 5 students at the University of Utah, have experienced food insecurity this past year.
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Based on research and collaboration between the Center for Campus Wellness, Housing & Dining Programs, and the Office of Residence Life, we are launching a pilot program to address the growing levels of basic needs insecurity on our campus. Introducing, the Wellness Exchange!
Through this one year pilot we aim to close the gap with a space where students can take what they need and give what they can, all in a stigma-free environment.
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✨ Don’t need anything right now? You can still help!
✅ Donate shelf-stable food or gently used clothing
➡️Drop donations in the clear plastic container right next to the PHC Wellness Exchange door.
✅ Or simply tidy up and leave the space better than you found it, every act of care counts.
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We are conducting a survey to hear from students who use the space to learn how this space impacts their wellbeing and if they would like to see it become a permanent program at the University.
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The Wellness Carnival comes to town next week |
Bigger than ever before, this year’s Wellness Carnival is back at the Union Ballroom to celebrate holistic wellness and offer students an opportunity to find joy in the journey to wellbeing.
Explore an immersive arcade of over 20 wellness arcade games and build skills to support your wellbeing ahead of finals!
Tuesday, November 18th| 11:00 am - 2:00pm
A. Ray Olpin Student Union
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Support those Experiencing the Winter Blues |
The Center for Campus Wellness hosts evidence-based trainings to teach you how to recognize and support individuals facing mental health challenges.
Similar to CPR, these programs build can teach you life-saving skills to confidently recognize signs of emotional need in yourself and confidently support others in critical moments.
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Mental Health First Aid: Gain the skills to assess risk, respond confidently, and connect individuals to appropriate care in mental health and substance use situations
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Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) Learn how to recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis and how to question, persuade, and refer someone to help
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Thrift-a-Gift this Holiday Season! 🎁❄️ |
We’re inviting our campus community to come together to share comfort, connection, and care through the Thrift-a-Gift donation drive.
All donated items will be available to students through the Wellness Exchange, offering free, thoughtful gifts that bring warmth and joy during the holidays.
Need ideas on what to donate? Consider the following:
❄️Seasonal clothing (scarves, hats, gloves, jackets, etc.)
❄️Holiday or home décor
❄️Jewelry, watches, or hair accessories
❄️Tote bags, wallets, or small purses
❄️Art supplies (markers, paints, brushes, craft kits)
❄️Stationery, stickers, or unused cards
❄️Puzzles, small games, or decks of cards
❄️Books and journals
❄️Mugs, cute cups, or water bottles
❄️Blankets
❄️Self-care items (unused bath bombs, face masks, candles, lotion)
Donate now through Nov 21 at our three drop off locations
📍Center for Campus Wellness, Student Services Building (SSB) #350
📍Basic Needs Collective, Union Basement
📍Wellness Exchange, Peterson Heritage Center (PHC)
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THRIFT A GIFT DONATION DRIVE
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We’re inviting our campus community to come together to share comfort, connection, and care through the Thrift-a-Gift donation drive.
All donated items will be available to students through the Wellness Exchange, offering free, thoughtful gifts that bring warmth and joy during the holidays.
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NOV 18 | TUE 11:00 am - 2:00 pm | Union Ballroom
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Come one, come all, for a celebration of wellbeing at our fantastic carnival! Featuring puppies, free food, relaxation opportunities, STI testing, and more!!
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ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS MEETING
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MONDAYS 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Seeking community and support in your recovery?
AA meetings are available on campus every Monday and are open to all students. Learn more about recovery resources available to you as a student with Recovery at the U!
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