EIU Health Education Resource Center

Mental Health

Hello! 

Open Sessions for the 2023 Academic Fall Semester

Homesickness

Learn about tips to becoming accustomed to college life!

Sept 12th: 4-5 PM MLK Union- Effingham Room

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!

Monday Oct 9th 4-5 PM MLK Union- Effingham Room

Monday Oct 16th 4-5 PM MLK Union- Effingham Room

Monday Oct 23rd 4-5 PM MLK Union- Effingham Room

Monday Oct 30th 4-5 PM MLK Union- Effingham Room

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.

Tuesday Oct 17th 4-5 PM MLK Union- Effingham Room

Thursday Dec 14th 4-5 PM MLK Union- 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.

Thursday Nov 2nd 3-4 PM MLK Union- Effingham Room

Monday Nov 13th 3-4 PM MLK Union- 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!

Monday Sept 25th 3-4 PM MLK Union- Effingham Room

Thursday Dec 4th 3-4 PM MLK Union- Effingham Room

Survive and Thrive

Survive and Thrive 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=68848

First Session              Date                      Time                         Location                               

                      Wednesday Sept 20th        5-6 PM                  Martinsville Room

Second Session         Date                      Time                         Location 

                      Wednesday Sept 27th        5-6 PM                  Martinsville Room   

Third Session             Date                      Time                         Location     

                      Wednesday Oct 4th            5-6 PM                  Martinsville Room

Fourth Session           Date                      Time                         Location     

                      Wednesday Oct 11th          5-6 PM                  Martinsville Room

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: 

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.