A part of Mental Health Awareness and Wellness Week 2021.
For the week of October 4-8, participants will challenge themselves to actively focus on your own mental health and wellness every day this week in one or more of the Choose Your Challenge categories: Creativity, Exercise, Healthy Eating, Mindfulness, Self-Care, and Social Connection. Customize your challenge to meet your own needs!
How it works:
- Choose Your Challenge: Set a personal goal (or goals) for the week that fits into one of six health and wellness categories below.
- Register: Sign up individually or with a friend.
- Connect: Student Services will place participants in groups of four “accountibili-buddies” who will support each other in achieving their wellness goals by checking in with one another throughout the week.
The Challenges and Wellness Resources (click to expand)
Research has shown that a nutritious diet is good for the body, and it can contribute to healthy brain function and mental health as well. When you stick to a diet of healthy food, you set yourself up for fewer mood fluctuations, an improved ability to focus and a happier outlook.
Ideas:
- Make a meal plan for the week, including plenty of fresh fruits and veggies, whole grains, and lean proteins
- Try a new healthy recipe
- Drink water throughout the day
- Eat a vegetable at every meal
Resources:
Berkeley Law Recipe Book Created by Staff and Faculty for Our Students
Cook Well Berkeley
(University Health Services)
9 Rules for Healthy Eating on a Budget
Vox
Mealtime
(Free Meal Planning App)
How to Eat Mindfully by Listening to Your Body
(Berkeley Greater Good Magazine)
Eating on a Budget/College Edition
(University Health Services)
Drop-In Nutrition Counseling
(University Health Services)