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Holiday Health and Familial Frights

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November 18, 2024

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The holidays often represent a break from the rigors of school and work life, but for many students, this time away from the classroom brings its own set of stressors. Final projects and exams loom on the horizon, but the chief concerns lie in the familial realm. According to the American Psychological Association’s 2023 poll, […]

Coping with homesickness 

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March 6, 2024

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There are many ways to alleviate feelings of homesickness during time away from home that are easy to incorporate in an everyday routine.  College is a period in which there are a lot of new experiences. For many students, college is their first time living away from home for an extended time. It can be […]

Namaste: A beginner’s guide to yoga 

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February 23, 2024

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Students can experience significant positive impacts on both physical and mental health through the practice of yoga.  Yoga is a practice that has been used for thousands of years. According to the Ministry of Ayush in the Indian government, the origins of yoga practice are traced back to around the fifth or sixth centuries BC […]

Motivation throughout your college journey 

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January 8, 2024

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Staying motivated in college and with New Year’s goals can be difficult but is crucial. Here are some tips and tricks to keep you going through college.   As a college student, staying motivated throughout the academic year can be challenging. Whether it’s the stress of exams, the monotony of daily routines, or a lack of […]

The power of being optimistic

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October 11, 2023

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According to the Cambridge dictionary the definition of optimism is the quality of being full of hope and emphasizing the good parts of a situation, or a belief that something good will happen. If you want to improve in many aspects of your life try being more optimistic. The Harvard Medical School explains that being […]

Yoga Class

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October 4, 2023

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Did you know that UVU SLWC offers fitness classes like Jiu Jitsu, Zumba, and Yoga? This week Jonah Simon dives deep into the world of yoga with Natasha Ernst to find out why YOU should attend. For more information visit: – https://www.uvu.edu/campusrec/slwc/fi… – https://www.uvu.edu/campusrec/slwc/im…

At-home mindfulness practices for busy students 

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September 14, 2023

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“Fall semester!” Some say it with glee — the excitement of meeting old friends and returning to campus evident in their voices — while others say it with despair — the fear of difficult tests and overnight study sessions not forgotten.   According to a TimelyCare survey, as reported by Alcino Donadel of University Business, “The […]

Give the gift of service

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November 18, 2022

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During this holiday season, students can serve to bless the less fortunate. They may even find “long-lasting physical and psychological benefits” in return!