Marshall Study Center

Wellness Activities

Wellness Events

destress

Tuesday, April 23
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
MSC Amphitheater
DE-STRESS FOR SUCCESS
Free Massages, coloring, and other self-care initiatives that students can do to “de-stress” before finals; resources, and more

fuel for finals

Wednesday, April 24
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Multiple locations around campus
FUEL FOR FINALS WAGONS
Look for SWELL Staff around campus and grab your “fuel for finals” wellness pack: Play-doh, crayons, snacks, tea, coloring sheets, resources on stress management, procrastination prevention, study skills, self-care, and campus resources. Packs will also be available at the other Center for Student Well-Being events happening during Study Center.
  

paws and relax

Thursday, April 25
11:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Library Lawn

PAWS AND RELAX
Visit with emotional support animals to de-stress before finals.  Get finals study resources, packs and giveaways too!

DeStress Open House

Thursday, April 25
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
MSC 1306
DE-STRESS OPEN HOUSE
Enjoy coffee, relax with the USF Counseling Center, and hang out with our new CLCE Student Board! 




Be Well USF Blog Posts

- 4 Ways to Improve Your Self-Talk

- Simple Ways to Incorporate Mindfulness Into your Routine

- 4 Ways to Destress If You’re Feeling Tension with Your Roommates

- The Importance of Nature on Mental Health: 4 Simple Ways to Connect With the Outdoors

- Create a Fun and Relaxing To-Do List

- The Importance of Sleep On Our Mental Health

Read more helpful tips on the Be Well USF Blog


download these USF-Provided apps for mental health

TimelyCare FREE, 24/7 access to mental health care services including TalkNow 24/7, on-demand emotional support, scheduled counseling, health coaching, and guided self-care content including yoga, meditation sessions, and group coversations with providers on a variety of health and well-being topics. 

TAO is a confidential platform that provides mindfullness, self-help resources to help navigate day-to-day stressors.

Togetherall is an online peer-to-peer platform, offering a safe space to connect with others experiencing similar feelings. Plus, there are always trained professionals on hand, 24/7, 365 days a year. And, if sharing isn’t your thing, Togetherall has tools and courses to help you look after yourself, along with plenty of resources to explore.


Tips on how to manage stress

Take some time to relax, because you deserve it! Click here for a relaxation guide, and click here for some relaxation exercises

Your sleeping habits are a big factor in your mental and physical health. If you are having trouble sleeping, click here for some tips on how to sleep well


Play your stress away

If you are interested in art, here are a few free resources for you! Have fun with it!

Online Art Classes

Lunch-time Doodling Class

Child and Adult Coloring Pages

You can also try dowloading the Happy Color App on Android and Apple smartphones.

If you are interested in online games, here are a few free resources for you! 

Virtual Classics like Checkers and GoFish with friends

Online Jigsaw Puzzles

Mind Games

You can also try downloading Words With Friends or Yahtzee With Friends on Android and Apple smartphones.