by Pearl | May 1, 2020 | Written by Pearl
The COVID-19 pandemic has led to an unprecedented era of adjustment and isolation. Our plans have changed. Our favourite businesses are closed. Some of our family members are ill. During this time, it is more important than ever to check in on yourself. Do what you...
by Pearl | Feb 27, 2020 | Written by Pearl
Hey all! I’ve been meaning to write a post for a while on the relationship between exercise and mental health. This is something that I have been trying to learn more about ever since I started a Work Study position for UVic Health Services. My role is to coordinate...
by Pearl | Feb 25, 2020 | Written by Pearl
Hey readers! In September, I started a Work Study position to be a student coordinator of the FitConnect program and I’ve had an amazing experience so far. The program uses fitness and social connection to support students who have been diagnosed with depression...
by Pearl | Dec 23, 2019 | Written by Pearl
Hey readers!I’ve been meaning to write this post for a while. If there’s one thing I’ve learned about interpersonal connection during my time at university, it’s the importance of emotional validation. I think it’s a shame that almost no one is talking about it, yet...
by Pearl | Nov 27, 2019 | Written by Pearl
Hey, readers! Throughout my time at UVic, I’ve noticed there’s are many initiatives aimed at promoting large resources available to students, namely Health Services and Counselling Services. However, UVic has A LOT to offer and many students don’t know...
by Pearl | Mar 1, 2019 | Written by Pearl
Hello, readers! This entry is the second post a two-part series on giving support to someone who struggles with their mental health. Part I covered fundamental concepts behind healthy support and can he found here. This post is a concrete list of dos and don’ts...
