Self-care should be practised in all facets of our lives including college – which can be a stressful phase in our lives.
Incorporating good self-care habits is the perfect hack to avoid the stress that can come with being a college student.
Take this fun poll to remind you to practise self-care this fall.
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Question of
Which pleasurable activity will you rely on to relieve stress?
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Trying out a new food from different cultures
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Discovering new places close to campus
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Doing a diy or art related project
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Watching movies
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Writing in your journal
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Spending some time to have interesting convos with friends
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Question of
Which sensory based activity will you rely on to relieve stress?
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Listening to music/podcast
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Getting a massage
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Taking a hot shower or warm bath
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Smelling some roses with a fruity fragrance
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Being cognizant of my breathing
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Question of
Which mental activity will you rely on to relieve stress?
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Taking a new class
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Being apart of a research project
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Learning to budget
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Learning a new skill
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Participating in a competition – class or extracurriculars
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Starting a new on campus job which you’re passionate about
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Question of
Which emotional activity will you rely on to relieve stress?
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Learning to feel and process your emotions
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Celebrating accomplishments no matter how big or small they are
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Being empathetic
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Question of
Which spiritual activity will you rely on to relieve stress?
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Reading inspiring and motivating quotes
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Praying and attending church
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Meditation or yoga
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Getting close to nature
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Reading affirmations
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Question of
Which physical activity will you rely on to relieve stress?
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Workout
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Taking walks
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Try some fun activities like bowling etc…
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Getting my personal space tidy
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Volunteering
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Swimming
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Question of
Which social activity will you rely on to relieve stress?
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Joining a new club/fraternity/sorority
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Going to an event on or off campus
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Building new connections
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Playing games with friends
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