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MSU Library Stress Relief Guide

Stress Relief Activities

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Self-care is any deliberate activity that focuses on mental, emotional, and physical health. A daily dose of self-care can help improve mood and reduced anxiety.

 

To learn more, read Psychology Today's four realistic rules for better self-care

 

Anonymous Behavorial Health Screening

"A checkup from the neck up!" Completing these brief screenings will help you determine if your recent thoughts or behaviors may be associated with a common, treatable mental health issue.

Daily Meditation

Meditation can help enhance self-awareness, self-acceptance and patience. It strengthens resilience during uncertainty and can decrease anxiety, worry, and stress.  Tune in to the Daily Calm for a ten-minute meditation session.

Exercise

Exercise is a great way to reduce stress while staying healthy. 

Fitness Blender offers hundreds of videos you can do at home - many of them require no special equipment.

 

Healthy Eating

Good nutrition is essential for your body and your mind to perform at their peak. Good nutrition can help reduce the risk of disease, can improve overall well-being, and can help increase energy levels. But proper nutrition can be hard to maintain, especially when feeling stressed and overwhelmed.

Nutrition Services offers nutrition counseling/coaching for students. Optimal nutrition is unique for each individual, and their Registered Dietitian Nutritionist can help empower students to discover their own path to well-being.

Mindfulness

Mindfulness Institute for Emerging Adults

 

Free for MSU students!

In four sessions over three weeks, learn practical skills to manage stress, build resilience and enhance well-being. 

 

Mindfulness Training for Emerging Adults