Dear Nick,
I find myself in FIU for long hours. What do you think I can do when I’m experiencing mental burn out?
M.G., Junior, Art/Psychology Major
M.G., Junior, Art/Psychology Major
Dear M.G.,
Before you flip out, I would suggest a couple of things that are excellent resources to both avoiding feeling overwhelmed, and to do your body and brain some good. Start fitting some physical activity into your day. Venture over to FIU Rec Center where you can run, lift weights, and even practice yoga. If you are a more outdoor-type, MMC has an amazing 11-acre nature preserve, adjacent to Panther Hall. This is a great place to practice yoga, meditate, or just go on a nature hike.
Any physical activity is great. It helps you effectively deal with stress, increases blood flow to the brain, and can help your brain be more efficient. It also increases those great chemicals in our brain that make us feel happier and more alert!
Exercise has been linked to getting better grades. For those less inclined toward physical activities, you can’t go wrong with the Green Library which is an amazing place to catch up on studying. Grab a seat at Starbucks with your pals and just chill.
Ready to change life a little? Counseling and Psychological Services has a health-coaching program and biofeedback, and the Wellness Center offers massages and acupuncture. With these tools, you can start to make lifelong changes to your physical and mental health.
Long hours might seem like a drag. But if you play it right and plan a little, it will pass you right by you. I hope you have fun on campus, and be sure to watch out for the ladybugs in the preserve. You know what they say: they might bring you good luck!
Before you flip out, I would suggest a couple of things that are excellent resources to both avoiding feeling overwhelmed, and to do your body and brain some good. Start fitting some physical activity into your day. Venture over to FIU Rec Center where you can run, lift weights, and even practice yoga. If you are a more outdoor-type, MMC has an amazing 11-acre nature preserve, adjacent to Panther Hall. This is a great place to practice yoga, meditate, or just go on a nature hike.
Any physical activity is great. It helps you effectively deal with stress, increases blood flow to the brain, and can help your brain be more efficient. It also increases those great chemicals in our brain that make us feel happier and more alert!
Exercise has been linked to getting better grades. For those less inclined toward physical activities, you can’t go wrong with the Green Library which is an amazing place to catch up on studying. Grab a seat at Starbucks with your pals and just chill.
Ready to change life a little? Counseling and Psychological Services has a health-coaching program and biofeedback, and the Wellness Center offers massages and acupuncture. With these tools, you can start to make lifelong changes to your physical and mental health.
Long hours might seem like a drag. But if you play it right and plan a little, it will pass you right by you. I hope you have fun on campus, and be sure to watch out for the ladybugs in the preserve. You know what they say: they might bring you good luck!
Be Well,
Nick
Nick Scheidt, M.S. is a Doctoral Psychology Intern at FIU Counseling and Psychological Services. He is a Clinical Psychology Doctoral Candidate from Carlos Albizu University. Once he completes his internship at FIU, Nick plans to work as a Psychologist, Writer, and Professor.
Do you have questions you would like to Ask Nick? Send an email to: Nscheidt@fiu.edu
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