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Celebrating Mental Health Awareness Month: Welcome

Welcome!

Wessels Library is excited to be celebrating Mental Health Awareness Month a little early this year. Mental health is something that affects all of us and there are steps that we can take to make our minds healthier and to create a more inclusive space.

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Things to Keep in Mind

Mental Health Awareness Month got its start in 1949 and was created by Mental Health America.  Mental Health Month | Mental Health America will take you to their official website with resources on mental health, ways to get involved, and ways to get support if needed. Mental Health Awareness Month | NAMI also has useful information, including this year's theme, which is, "In every story, there's strength."
 

Final Exam Ideas

Study Breaks:

Make a study playlist.
Get a snack.

Get in some movement - stretch, take a walk outside.

Take a 20-minute nap.

Clean your space.

Do something artistic - coloring, drawing.

Move to another space to study, such as a lounge or the library.

Journal or write a gratitude list.

Read a chapter of a book.

Do meditation or breathing exercises.

Get a treat - tea, coffee.

Find ways to connect with others.

Take some time for a favorite hobby.

For more: 

15 15-minute Study Break Ideas | College Admissions

24 Things To Do During Study Breaks Instead Of Social Media | The Odyssey Online

Top Study Break Ideas for Improved Academic Performance

Study Snack Ideas:

Mixed Nuts

Dried Fruits

Dark Chocolate

Popcorn

Edamame

Apples and Nut Butter

Smoothie

Fruit Salad

Veggies and Hummus

Frozen Grapes

Brown Rice Crackers

Muesli Bars

Cheese

Coffee with Milk

For more information: ðŸ¥œ 14 Healthy Study Snacks To Keep You Focused In 2025

14 Study Snacks To Help You Power Through Your School Work15 College Snacks that Every Student Should Know About | UoPeople - simple recipes for study snacks.