Self-Help & Peer Support
Peer Support
Student Wellness Ambassadors Program (S.W.A.P.)
The U of L Student Wellness Ambassadors are trained peer listeners who are responsible for planning and hosting regular outreach events for students throughout the academic year. The aim of SWAP is to promote student connection and wellness so that that students can flourish! Learn more here. SWAP will also regularly be at booth locations throughout the U of L campus to encourage opportunities to connect. Please look out for the SWAP team and start up a conversation today!
Self-Help
Build Personal Coping Skills
Download or print the info chart below to learn and adopt different forms of self-care that are essential to students overall health and wellbeing to manage stress and anxiety:
Click below to explore more self-help resources for mental health and wellbeing.
ADHD Info Packet
ADHD Affirmations (Printable)
Unhelpful Thinking Habits with Alternatives
5-4-3-2-1 Technique
Square Breathing Exercise (AKA Box Breathing)
Assertive Communication
Tips for Healthy Boundaries
What are Personal Boundaries?
Recognizing the Signs of Unhealthy vs Healthy Relationships
Anger Management Toolbox
The 3 P's for Career Exploration
Finding Silver Linings
Unhelpful Thinking Habits with Alternatives
Managing Depression
8 Simple Rules for Early Grief
How to Help a Grieving Friend
Coping With the Loss of a Pet
What is Mindfulness?
Quick Mindfulness Exercises
Mindfulness and The Window of Tolerance
Sleep Hygiene
Tips for Restful Sleep
Yoga for Sleep and Relaxation
Stress Management Tips
In-the-moment Coping Tools for Stress
4 Elements Exercise for Stress Reduction