Navigating the New Semester with Calm: Tools for a Stress-Free Start
The transition from winter break back into the fast-paced environment of a new semester can be a significant shift. Whether you are managing new course loads, welcoming students back to campus, or adjusting to a busier schedule, it’s natural to feel a spike in your stress levels during this time.
To support you as classes begin, we’ve curated a Stress Relief Toolkit designed to help you build healthy habits and find your center amidst the January rush.
- Stress and Burnout Support: Learn how to rewire your brain and body to overcome your stress and burnout with Harvard physician and stress expert Dr. Aditi Nerurkar.: https://www.calm.com/app/program/WJG3KwKPTc
- Back Into Your Body: For those back-to-back days where you only have a few minutes between meetings or classes, try this 5 minute quick body scan to drop you into your body and the moment.: https://www.calm.com/player/QDQDrtsSOl
- Focus Music: As your inbox and to-do list grow, use this curated Pomodoro method backed playlist to block out campus noise and help you settle into deep, productive work sessions.: https://www.calm.com/app/program/E-_HkbaeTU
- Settle Down by Single-Tasking: If the start of the year feels overwhelming, try this mindful technique for reducing overwhelm and boosting focus.: https://www.calm.com/player/jmEstV7toC
If you haven't already, you can redeem your free Calm app subscription by:
- Download and open the Calm app
- Create an account with a personal email address and go to Profile > Settings (gear icon) > Link Organization Subscription
- Enter Fairfield University as your organization
- Enter your credentials to redeem your free subscription. If not automatically redirected, click on Redeem via Email and follow the prompts.
- Follow this link for instructions on sharing a free Calm subscription with up to five friends or family members!: https://health.calm.com/how-to-invite-dependents-to-utilize-your-calm-business-benefit/
For more information, contact Blythe Josovitz, Director, Benefits & Comp. / x.2995 / bjosovitz@fairfield.edu