Well-being Myths
True or False: A student needs to say "yes" to every opportunity and responsibility to make the most of your experience
False, it's important to set boundaries and only take on as much as you can handle.
Name one thing Student Success Coaching can help you with.
Career, academic, finances, well-being, civic engagement, etc.
True or False: Being healthy means eliminating sugars and fats from your diet
False: There are healthy fats (avocado, eggs, nuts) and natural sugars (fruit, yogurt).
How much sleep is recommended for adults per night?
7-9 hours
Name one event that Well-being has coming up this semester.
Fun Friday, Flat Tire, Winter Art & Sip
True or False: Mental health problems are rare
False: About 1 in 5 people experience mental health issues each year
Name one on-campus resource that can help a student who is struggling with their academics.
Learning Services: Tutoring Center, Academic Coaching, Workshops, Writing Center, Office of Disability Services
True or False: Food with an "Organic" label are automatically healthy
False: Check the labels of the things you are eating! Some "organic" snacks have the same contents as non-organic foods.
How much exercise is recommended for adults per day?
at least 30 minutes
How many gyms/facilities does Mason Recreation have on the Fairfax Campus?
4: AFC, RAC, Skyline, AB
True or False: Cramming is a more effective study method than studying with breaks.
False
A student tells you they're struggling with their mental health but aren't sure where to start. Name one on-campus resource you could refer them to.
CAPS, TimelyCare, Student Health Services, etc.
This popular beverage can make you feel more awake, but it doesn't replace the benefits of sleep
Caffeine/Coffee
This is the term for the physical and emotional exhaustion that can happen after prolonged stress, especially when work or academic demands feel overwhelming
Burnout
Where is Well-Being's Flat Tire workshop being held?
RAC front parking spaces
True or False: You can “catch up” on all your missed sleep by sleeping late on the weekend.
False: Sleeping in late once or twice doesn't reverse the effects of chronic sleep deprivation. It takes your body a while to recover cognitively.
This campus resource provides students with health care and medical services.
Student Health Services
This nutrient is especially important for building and repairing muscles and other tissues
Protein
You have been studying for 5 hours and realize you haven't moved from your chair. Name two things you could do to support your well-being before continuing.
Take a break, eat something, stretch, etc.
What is well-being?
Your overall state of health, happiness, and welfare
Myth: Self-care costs money.
What's something that we can do for our well-being that costs absolutely nothing?
Take a walk, take a break, talk to friends, etc.
This resource can help students find food assistance and other basic-needs support when finances are affecting their ability to meet essential needs
Patriot Pantry / Student Support and Advocacy Center
How much water is recommended daily?
2-4 litres (11-15 cups)
A student says, “I don't exercise because I don't have an hour to spend at the gym.” What would you tell them?
Going to the gym isn't the only form of meaningful physical activity: walking, pilates, yoga, etc. Shorter periods of movement can also be beneficial.
How can you practice well-being as an employee?
Drinking water at work, making sure you bring healthy lunch, working out before/after work, etc.