EIU Health Education Resource Center

Mental Health

Hello! 

Open Sessions for the 2024 Academic Fall Semester

Homesickness

Learn about tips to becoming accustomed to college life!

Open Session: 9/3/24 @ 4 PM in Andrews Hall Basement

Introduction to Mindfulness

Mindfulness is a non-judgmental practice that involves being aware of your mind, body, and surroundings. This presentation will teach you the history of mindfulness and a few skills to get you started in your practice!

Open Session: 9/10/24 @ 4 PM in MLK Jr Student Union's Effingham Room

Open Session: 11/19/24 @ 5 PM in MLK Jr Student Union's Effingham Room

4 week session starting on 10/15/24 @ 5 PM in Taylor Hall Sign up below!

https://www.eiu.edu/herc/machform/view.php?id=92678

*Sessions will contine at the same time and location on Oct 22nd, Oct 29th, and Nov 5th

Self Care

We must prioritize ourselves and continuously take care of our well-being throughout the school year! This fun session provides tips, tricks, and activities that allow us to find what's best for our personal self care.

Open Session: 10/1/24 @ 3 PM in MLK Jr Student Union's Effingham Room

Open Session: 11/12/24 @ 5 PM in MLK Jr Student Union's Effingham Room 

Sex is Like Pizza

Sex is Like Pizza. Join us for a fun and interactive presentation about sexuality and consent. This is not your high school health class! Students can expect to have an actual conversation about sex: honestly, openly, and authentically.

Open Session: 10/15/24 @ 3 PM in MLK Jr Student Union's Effingham Room

Open Session: 11/8/24 @ 3 PM in MLK Jr Student Union's Effingham Room 

Stress Management

Stress Management. Don't stop stressing! Stress is a part of our everyday lives. Come learn skills and strategies to help you manage your stress levels. We'll chat about time management, self-care, mindfulness, and much more!

Open Session: 9/27/24 @ 3 PM in MLK Jr Student Union's Effingham Room

Open Session: 12/3/24 @ 5 PM in MLK Jr Student Union's Effingham Room

Retrain your Brain

Retrain your Brain is a 4-week curriculum that offers a careful selection of evidence-based exercises to build coping skills and promote thriving. The ReST philosophy is that there are many routes to achieving greater resiliency. 

Fill out this form to sign up: https://www.eiu.edu/herc/machform/view.php?id=92174

First Session              Date                      Time                         Location                               

                                     9/17                       5:00                          McKenny Hall

Second Session         Date                      Time                         Location 

                                     9/24                       5:00                          McKenny Hall

Third Session             Date                      Time                         Location     

                                     10/1                       5:00                          McKenny Hall

Fourth Session           Date                      Time                         Location     

                                     10/8                       5:00                          McKenny Hall

Request a Presentation!

If you are interested in a presentation/program in one of these topics:
• Homesickness
• Sex is Like Pizza
• Stress Management
• Self-care
• Mindfulness University

Fill out a presentation request form: https://www.eiu.edu/herc/program_request.php

Out and About!

Throughout the semester I will also be around campus hosting tabling events and fun programs. Stop by and check out these exciting events!

Tabling: 

- Self-Care Corner (always from Noon-2 PM)

• 9/6/24 @ Coleman Hall Overhang
• 9/20/24 @ Taylor Hall Breezeway
• 10/4/24 @ Doudna Hall Overhang
• 10/18/24 @ Taylor Hall Breezeway
• 11/1/24 @ MLK Jr Student Union
• 11/15/24 @ Stevenson Hall Lobby

- Semi-Colon Project

• 9/11/24 @ Taylor Hall Breezeway

- Additional Tabling

• 9/18/24 Suicide Awarenss @ 12:30-2:00 Booth Library
• 10/10/24 Mental Health Awareness @ 12:30-2:00 Booth Library
• 11/6/24 Stress Awareness @ 12:30-2:00 Taylor Hall Breezeway
• 12/4/24 Reduce Conflict @ 12:30-2:00 Taylor Hall Breezeway

Help Yourself to Some Relaxation

Happiness Hacks -

https://www.acefitness.org/education-and-resources/lifestyle/blog/7352/happiness-hacks-how-to-boost-your-mood-naturally/

Beginners Guide to Sun Salutations -

https://www.acefitness.org/education-and-resources/lifestyle/blog/6835/a-beginner-s-guide-to-sun-salutations/

5 Stretches to "Un-desk" your Body -

https://www.acefitness.org/education-and-resources/lifestyle/blog/6554/5-stretches-to-un-desk-your-body/

10-minute AM Yoga Practice -

https://www.acefitness.org/education-and-resources/lifestyle/blog/3546/10-minute-a-m-yoga-practice-to-start-your-day-right/

5 Bedtime Yoga Poses to Relax - 

https://www.acefitness.org/education-and-resources/lifestyle/blog/3501/5-bedtime-yoga-poses-to-relax-and-de-stress/

Available Resources

Want to learn more about your mental health? Check out these resources:

EIU Counseling Clinic

Find a variety of on and off campus resources, make an appointment with our counselors, and learn mental health info.

Project Semicolon: Your Life Matters!

Follow this link for information on suicide prevention, mental disorders, and ways to be a mental health advocate.  

Seize the Awkward

Celebrities talk about how to have hard conversations with friends.