Some students moving back to campus from out-of-state may have to quarantine for up to 14 days as per Massachusetts and Brandeis policy. In the upcoming semester, other students may also need to quarantine. Here is a day-by-day wellness guide to help keep you entertained and well as you support the safety of our Brandeis community.
Entering into a new school year can be an exciting, yet stressful time. Dealing with the challenges of COVID-19 and the changes implemented for the fall semester may add to the stresses that we normally feel when starting a new semester. In difficult and traumatic times, developing strategies for coping and self-care is important. HAWP intern Hannah Jacobson ‘22, recommends stress management strategies to use in this unusual semester.
HAWP is partnering with The 10 Minute Mind® to bring their mindfulness resource to the whole Brandeis community. Sign up for this free program to receive a brand new guided mindfulness track every morning. All you need to do is take 10 minutes to sit somewhere quiet, put your headphones on and listen. It’s that easy!
Self-compassion and self-forgiveness can sometimes be overlooked aspects of our wellness. As we think about staying active, getting enough sleep, and eating well in order to support our wellness, we must remember that being kind and compassionate to ourselves is also important. HAWP intern Michelle Cheng ‘22, explains the importance of practicing self-compassion and forgiving ourselves to support our health and wellness.
Student life and academic demands often occupy much of our time, which can prevent us from having the time to cook or make healthy recipes. Here are some quick and easy recipes that you can try.
For more personalized information about nutrition and healthy eating, call the Health Center at 781-736-3677 to set up an appointment with the Health Center Nutritionist.
Stress Less Saturday
Every Saturday, the HAWP Instagram (@brandeiswellness) features a member of the Brandeis community and shares what they like to do in order to de-stress. We are looking for more Brandeis community members to feature!
Join HAWP for an affirming and interactive workshop debunking commonly-held myths about sexuality. In this workshop, participants are invited to explore their individual feelings, values, preferences and boundaries regarding their sexual selves. Participants have the option to participate privately via Zoom.
In this interactive workshop, participants will learn strategies for cultivating body positivity, and receive more information about Body Positive Brandeis groups being offered this fall. Body Positive Brandeis honors the diversity of our community and is open to students of all genders and identities.
