Learn techniques and tips to decrease the uncomfortable sensations of anxiety…
This program shares research-based tips & strategies, emphasizing skill acquisition.
A variety of long and short self-calming techniques are introduced, along with cognitive and lifestyle behaviours that help prevent escalation of anxiety.
These techniques are especially helpful in the self-regulation of uncomfortable sensations like :
Anger is an emotional signal. Are you using it effectively? Or replaying and holding on to anger?
Anger elicits brain and body responses that can be beneficial in the short term but, when continually surging, they can negatively impact health, sleep, focus, and relationships.
This workshop includes:
Supporting a Colleague’s Mental Health: Recognize, Respond, Refer is a workshop for staff and faculty that supports understanding mental health in the workplace and building confidence in navigating mental health–related conversations. Fostering a mentally healthy workplace is a shared responsibility, yet many people hesitate to engage in these conversations out of concern about saying the wrong thing or overstepping. This training helps address those concerns by clarifying roles, boundaries, and practical ways to offer support.
Community Connect and Colouring is a relaxed lunchtime gathering for University of Guelph staff and faculty to take a creative break, connect with colleagues, and unwind over adult colouring pages in a welcoming, low-pressure environment. Whether attendees come on their own or with a colleague, the goal is to create a comfortable space for casual connection, quiet creativity, and a bit of midday recharge. Colouring materials will be provided and participants are welcome to bring their own art projects.
