By Olivia Bachman | HealthWorks Peer Educator 

College can be a stressful time and the pandemic has created even greater challenges. One proven way to help reduce your stress and anxiety is through practicing mindfulness. By practicing mindfulness techniques, such as mindful reading, writing, and listening, you can begin to develop skills to manage your stress.  

Health Promotion and Wellness has a mindfulness resource list including apps, books and activities. If you are in State College this summer, consider attending a Well-being Wednesday activity in 103 Johnston Commons on Wednesdays at 4:00 p.m. Learn more about these free resources here. 

Works cited: Carlson, L. E. (2012, November 14). Mindfulness-Based Interventions for Physical Conditions: A Narrative Review Evaluating Levels of Evidence. ISRN Psychiatry. https://www.hindawi.com/journals/isrn/2012/651583/.