On – campus events that will relieve your stress
Written by Emily Tinti, Apr 20, 2015, 0 Comments
No matter how you’re feeling during final exam week — optimistic or rather regretful you didn’t go to your 8 a.m. lecture more often — stress will find a way to rattle your senses. But there’s no time for worrying, and there’s barely enough time to cram Chapters 1 through 11 into your brain. Just accept everything that has happened, or more likely didn’t happen, and put everything you’ve got into moving forward. Stress is unfortunately natural, but additional, weighty stress will only hold you down.
The Crow’s Nest offered some specific suggestions on how to stay focused and on top of your work, so here are some of the stress-relieving activities taking place on campus before and during one of the most stressful weeks of your life. Attend one or more of these events and you’re bound to feel a little more relaxed. Godspeed, my friends.
Thursday, April 23 | Breakfast of Champions
The University Study Center will return from 10 p.m. to midnight to provide a free breakfast meal, along with fun games and prizes. The extensive line is worth the hot comfort food and leisure time with your friends. Honestly, who isn’t already taking a break from studying to boil some ramen or brew their third serving of coffee at 10 p.m.? And don’t worry, people do arrive in pajama pants.
Monday, April 27 | Therapy Dogs
When you’re stressed or under the weather, sometimes all you need is a dog’s company. Head on over to the library at 3:30 p.m. to meet some of the most comforting creatures you’ll ever meet. The dogs are there to provide comfort and affection during your times of stress, and they appreciate you just as much as you appreciate them.
Tuesday, April 28 | Laughter Yoga
From noon to 12:30 p.m., certified Laughter Yoga teacher Karine Lespinasse Sabourault will hold an introductory session to destress your mind, body and spirit. You don’t actually have to be a flexible pro-yogi to participate, and you don’t have to bring an original standup routine. It’s all for fun and a simple way to exercise your muscles and breathing. Laugh away the anxiety.
