health promotion and wellness activities

discover purpose and balance in the 7th edition of our trail to wellness

dear lakehead,

we're excited to announce the release of the 7th edition of our trail to wellness, focusing on occupational wellness for all members of our lakehead community—世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 , faculty, and staff alike. this issue offers practical strategies to achieve balance, purpose, and satisfaction in your work and studies. it highlights the importance of building meaningful connections, embracing challenges, and aligning your daily efforts with personal values. fostering growth and creating supportive environments are at the heart of this edition.

key highlights include: insights from career development experts; an overview of the epid@work study; details on thrive week and the launch of lakehead gathers; and tailored resources such as career services, co-op programmes, and training opportunities. this issue invites reflection on how finding purpose and creating positive dynamics can enhance well-being across our entire community.

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as you explore this issue, take time to reflect on what brings joy and fulfilment to your work or studies. by embracing occupational wellness, we can continue building a thriving, connected, and supportive lakehead community.

take care, be well, and thank you,

jonathon racine (he/him)
wellness strategy coordinator, 阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜
807-343-8010 ext. 7246 | wellnesscoordinator@lakeheadu.ca

got a story or tips to share about your wellness journey? we're excited to feature insights from lakehead 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 , faculty and staff! submit your ideas for future newsletters focusing on social, spiritual, and physical wellness.

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blind date with a book swap

looking for your next page-turning romance? join student health and wellness and the pride center/gender equity center for a fun-filled event during love week!

🌹 what’s the story?
bring a romance book you’re ready to share and wrap it up at the event—yes, we’ll provide everything you need! add a few hints about the book, like its tropes, red flags, or green flags, and then trade it for a mystery romance. who knows? you might just meet your next literary soulmate.

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building resilience: how to navigate exams, successes and failures as a student

join talkcampus clinical director polly haselton and clinical lead, ceri connelly, for an interactive online workshop designed to help you build resilience and thrive in the face of academic challenges. whether you're preparing for exams, celebrating successes, or learning from setbacks, this session will equip you with practical tools and strategies to stay grounded, motivated, and focused.

open to 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 , sign up required

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friendzy

looking to meet new people and make friends on campus? join lusu on wednesday, january 22nd at the study from 5-7 pm for a friendzy! part of thrive week, the friendzy will be an evening of games and activities designed to help you engage and connect with your fellow thunderwolves. we’ll have drink specials for you and your new bestie(s), as well as the chance to win a study & outpost gift card to keep the good vibes going!

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(or) pathways to purpose: vision boarding & career resilience workshop

discover your future and build resilience skills to thrive in your career journey! join career services & co-op for an interactive session designed to help you clarify your goals, visualize your dreams, and develop resilience in navigating your career path. through creative vision boarding and engaging activities, you'll identify what drives you, explore your professional aspirations, and gain strategies to overcome challenges with confidence.

all supplies will be provided! 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 who attend the event will be entered into a draw to win awesome lakehead swag!

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mental health monday: wellu resilience

join shw counsellor irene for this interactive workshop about resilience. participants will learn about and practice various skills that have been proven to increase life satisfaction, happiness, and resilience, all of which correlate with success and improved academic performance.

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mental health monday: introduction to mindfulness

join shw counsellor holly to learn a bit about mindfulness and its benefits. the goal of the session is to create some “aha moments” and inspire you to want to learn more. this workshop will provide an explanation of mindfulness, a description of how mindfulness can be helpful in day-to-day life and, an opportunity to participate in some brief mindfulness practices.

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intro to meditation

join shw counsellor, holly maki, to dip your toes into mindfulness. this session includes an introduction to mindfulness where we hope to create some “aha moments” about mindfulness, maybe even inspiring you to want to know more. included in this session there will be an explanation of what mindfulness is, how it can be supportive to your well-being and the opportunity to participate in some brief mindfulness exercises.

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bake my day

join us for a fun and relaxing thrive event hosted by the food resource centre (frc) and student health & wellness (shw)! 🎉

take a break, indulge your sweet tooth, and discover the therapeutic benefits of baking! everyone is welcome—no baking experience required. 😊

open to 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 , check out the rest of the thrive schedule at lakeheadu.ca/thrive

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(or) pause for positivity

sometimes, it's the little things that mean the most. drop by the hp library to indulge in 2 of our favourite little things: therapy dogs and pizza! and while you're there, add a note of the little things that bring you joy in the happiness jar.

therapy dogs will be here from 12-1pm. pizza will arrive around 12:30pm, and available while it lasts.

this event is open to 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 , faculty, and staff, however, please save the pizza for 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 only.

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