Perhaps the most used word of exam week: stressed. Due dates and long nights of cramming, amidst a pandemic nonetheless. It seems impossible to not be stressed. But despite these tough times, we are here to offer de-stressors to help calm the nerves during this time. Perhaps you just need to shake it out; check out our five-minute dances or quick exercises to relieve some of that tension. Or maybe you need to slow it down with some breathing exercises or calming tea. No matter what, remember that the stress will pass and that we have your back the whole time!

Breathing Exercises

• 10 Breathing Techniques
• Triangle Breathing
• Moments of Zen for relaxing

Calming Drinks

• The 8 best teas for stress and Anxiety 
• Hot Chocolate Bomb treats

There’s an App for that

• DARE App – Break Free from Anxiety

Just Dance

• Need a quick lesson on all those TikTok dances? Follow @uricampusrec for our Dance with Pat reels
• Try a virtual Zumba class, weekly on IMLeagues.com/uri or on-demand with Pat

 

Resources

• URI Counseling Center helps students lead successful and fulfilling lives through counseling, referrals, outreach programs, and online self-assessments.
• Health Services We are here to support you in that, providing a wide range of care that addresses the whole you—your physical and mental health and wellness. 
• Well-being Coaching for URI students offers one on one meetings with a certified Well-being Coach, who is trained to identify your strengths and support you with a goal or behavior change. Sign up for a virtual appointment on Starfish.
• JED’s Mental Health Resources Provides essential information about common emotional health issues and shows teens and young adults how they can support one another, overcome challenges and make a successful transition to adulthood.
• The URI Women’s Center partners with others in the URI community to provide an empowering space that promotes social justice for every member of the community, regardless of gender, gender identity, body, ability, sexual orientation, race, spirituality, and ethnicity.
• The URI Gender and Sexuality Center website contains a variety of resources, contacts, programs, and support for people everywhere.
• The Multicultural Student Services Center promotes access, equity, and individual growth for traditionally underserved students.
• Disability Services for Students works with students and all units of URI to create inclusive and sustainable learning and working environments. 
• The Dean of Students Office offers a wide variety of services designed to empower our students and facilitate their involvement in the university’s decision-making process.
• The Office of Veteran Affairs and Military Programs at URI welcomes veterans, military, and their families to our beautiful campus community. We value your service to our country and we thank you
• Rhody Outpost The pantry provides food and other items at no charge to students, along with services and resources (see the Students First Fund page).