We believe personal stress can be named and managed. We do this by being mindful, identifying negative thought patterns, and practicing positive self-talk to get us through challenges.

Let's talk stress

Key Messages


Discover

What messages do you receive around caring for your mind? Listen to a variety of perspectives, from experts and peers, and consider how it relates to your experiences.Ìý

Hear from an expert

How to make stress your friend

Stress. It makes your heart pound, your breathing quicken and your forehead sweat. But while stress has been made into a public health enemy, new research suggests that stress may only be bad for you if you believe that to be the case. Psychologist Kelly McGonigal urges us to see stress as a positive, and introduces us to an unsung mechanism for stress reduction: reaching out to others.



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Explore


How do you care for your mind? Engage in these reflective activities to discover what works best for you.


Live


What do you need to do to care for your mind (or body, or soul) and live well? Sign up to meet with a Wellness Coach to reflect on your current wellbeing and set goals that feel achievable to you.



Let's Talk More...

We want to help you find joy in your journey, wherever you’re at. We have many resources within Center for Student Wellness and throughout campus to continue this conversation—we’re here to listen, reflect, and help you set and achieve health goals that feel intuitive, sustainable, and balanced.Ìý

Meet with a Peer Wellness Coach

Engage in a conversation about your health and wellness goals related to caring for your body - in the areas of sleep and general health, body image and exercise, and alcohol and other drugs!Ìý

Visit bc.edu/wellnesscoach to schedule your Wellness Coaching session and learn about each type of appointment, or use the links below to sign up directly through google calendar.Ìý

Did You Know?

44%

of BC students rated their stress level as average or less than average

79%

of students use their friends and socializing as a way to help cope with stress

39%

of students use meditation or mindfulness activities to help lower stress levels

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