Spring Quarter | Week 9 May 19, 2025
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Little Breaks, Big Magic: The Art of the Study Pause
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Because you deserve to feel human, even during finals. In the rush of cramming, we forget the power of a small, beautiful pause. Let’s romanticize the in-between moments that keep you grounded and glowing, even with a highlighter in hand. 🌞
Five UChicago-Inspired Ways to Romanticize Your Study Pause:
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Grab a coffee, tea, or matcha from Hallowed Grounds and sit by the window. Let yourself do nothing for five minutes like you're in a French film. Watch campus life move around you. It's okay not to rush.
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Turn your Reg cubicle or study space into a tiny temple. Spritz a calming scent like lavender, use a desktop background of Promontory Point, or even toss a cozy scarf across your chair— make your study space a sanctuary. 🕯️
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Pause by Botany Pond 🕊️ (yes, even for 3 minutes). Watch the birds do their thing. Stretch like you're waking up in a warm meadow🌸🌼(bonus: play a soft instrumental playlist or nature sounds).
- Write a one-line ode to yourself: “Today, I showed up by…” or “Even in stress, I still…”—jot it on the back of an index card or a page in your notes. 🖋️📖
Breaks aren’t a reward for grinding—they’re part of the rhythm of learning. Let them be lovely.
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Highlighted Event: Pet Love - Hot Dog Edition
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| 🐶 Spring Quarter Pet Love: Paws, Smiles, and Stress Relief 🐾
🗓️ Thursday, May 22 | 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
📍Regenstein Library (1100 E. 57th Street)
Need to take a study "paws"? 🐾Get it? Come cuddle up with some furry friends! Once a quarter, therapy dogs visit campus to help students unwind, reduce stress, and enjoy the simple joy of positive connection. Research shows that spending time with animals can boost mood, lower anxiety, and support emotional well-being. Drop in, de-stress, and soak up some tail-wagging joy!
Questions? Contact Carolyn Banner at cbanner@uchicago.edu.
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🧘♀️ Plan a Self-Care Day and find out your Self-Care Personality Type✨
Plan a dreamy self-care day and find out your Self-Care Personality Type with this BuzzFeed quiz. Whether you’re the "Structured Serenity" type (planner in hand, candle lit) or more of a "Cozy Chaos" vibe (impromptu naps and impulse boba runs), this is your sign to romanticize your recharge time. Knowing your self-care style is basically a wellness cheat code.
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| Struggling to Focus? This TED Talk Is Your Brain Hack 🧠
Between classes, social media, and everything else fighting for your attention, staying focused in college can feel impossible. In this must-watch TEDx talk, productivity expert Chris Bailey breaks down the science of attention and shares easy, practical tips to help you regain control of your focus.
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Group therapy at UChicago Student Wellness offers a supportive, nonjudgmental space where students can share openly, gain perspective, and grow alongside others facing similar challenges.
Guided by counselors, group sessions help you feel heard, validated, and less alone—while offering tools and insights that can clarify your own path forward.
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Want to talk something through—no pressure, no appointment, and no commitment? Let’s Talk offers free, informal consultations with therapists from UChicago Student Wellness.
It’s a great way to get support, ask questions, or check in—whether or not you’re interested in ongoing therapy. Appointments are in-person, first-come, first-served.
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UChicago Student Wellness offers TimelyCare, a 24/7 virtual health and well-being platform designed to complement our full range of existing services. Whether you're looking for therapy, academic skills support, or just someone to talk to, help is always within reach.
With TimelyCare, students have even more flexibility and access to care, anytime and anywhere.
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