July 7, 2020 Featured this month: Self-care during times of activism Stress management through mindfulness New: The 10-Minute Mind® "EveryBody is a Summer Body" campaign Safe summer activities you can do while physical distancing (video) Summer wellness offerings Brandeis Athletics presents home fitness Body Positive Brandeis Stress Less Saturday

Self-Care During Times of Activism During times of activism and crisis, we may be expending a great amount of energy for important causes and for other people. While showing up for and taking care of others is important, we cannot forget to take care of ourselves. Visit the following resources for strategies on self-care and preventing burnout, and remember that the Brandeis Counseling Center is also available to provide support during these times. Self-care strategies for activists Mental health resources for members of the Black community

Stress Management Through Mindfulness While summer is typically thought of as a time away from the stress of the school year, it can also be a difficult time for students. It is important that students allow time for themselves to relax and recharge. HAWP intern Sakinah Master, '21, wrote about the value of practicing mindfulness in managing stress. Read more

NEW: The 10-Minute Mind ® 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! Sign up for the 10 Minute Mind® for Brandeis University

"EveryBody is a Summer Body" Campaign Bridge to Wellness (BTW) and Body Positive Brandeis are teaming up to create the “EveryBody is a Summer Body” campaign to celebrate the diversity and unique beauty of every body. If you are interested in participating, take a before and after video (similar to the Don't Rush Challenge on Tik Tok) of your “summer best,” which is whatever you feel comfortable and confident in! Email submissions to btw@brandeis.edu and look out for the video on BTW's Instagram sometime this summer!

Safe Summer Activities You Can Do While Physical Distancing Summer is usually a time to enjoy the outdoors, hang out with friends, and savor the time spent away from the stress of the school year. However, this summer may look and feel different since we are still in the midst of COVID-19. Despite the measures that we must take in order to stay safe, there are still fun summer activities you can do to enjoy these next few months. Watch the video

Summer Wellness Offerings

Brandeis Athletics Presents Home Fitness Each week, Fitness Coordinator Kat Page will be sharing tips, videos and links to help keep the Brandeis community healthy and active during these difficult times. Athletics will also hold group exercise classes via Zoom.  Home Fitness Website

Body Positive Brandeis Body Positive Brandeis teaches people how to overcome conflicts with their bodies so they can lead happier and more productive lives. This program honors the diversity of our community and is open to students of all genders and identities. This online course will teach you how to: reclaim health practice intuitive self-care cultivate self-love discover your own authentic beauty build community Email hawp@brandeis.edu to access the free, online course.

Stress Less Saturday Every Saturday, the HAWP instagram features a member of the Brandeis community and shares what they like to do in order to destress. We are looking for more Brandeis community members to feature! Fill out this form if you would like to be featured on the HAWP Instagram.

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Brandeis Health Center www.brandeis.edu/health All appointments must be scheduled by calling 781-736-3677. After hours consultation: 781-239-1948 Secure Patient Portal Monday - Friday:  9:00 am - 5:00 pm Closed Mondays from 2-3pm

B randeis Counseling Center www.brandeis.edu/counseling Email: bcc@brandeis.edu All appointments must be conducted virtually. Please call during regular business hours for routine matters, and after 5 p.m. for urgent concerns. To reach the BCC call 781-736-3785.

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