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    Stress relief ideas from the library sh”elves”

    by Elisabet Ingibergsson March 29, 2022
    written by Elisabet Ingibergsson

    Longer days, melting snow and the end of this long… long winter gives a huge boost to our wellbeing. However… if puddle jumping and sunlight are not giving you joy this year, it could be due to stress. As we head into the final few weeks of term, exams and deadlines all add to the pressure. We have all experienced stress (especially these past two years) and have a few ideas that just might help…. Or at least provide a distraction. 🙂

    #1 Get active – Take the stairs! Several of our locations have upper floors so avoid the elevator wait and take the climb. Or… hop onto one of our treadmill desks located at the Scott, Rutherford, Cameron and Augustana libraries. A walk and stretch anywhere can help to refocus your mind and fade away the day’s irritations. 

    #2 Meditate or try yoga – Quiet the jumbled thoughts with a few minutes of meditation or yoga. Check out this short video designed for air travel – no mat or ticket required!

    #3 Laugh more – A good sense of humor is not a cure all but it can help – even if you have to force a laugh through your grumpiness. Between study sessions try reading a funny book, watch a comedy, or hang out and play games with your friends.

    #4 Listen to or play music – Crank up the volume and let your mind be absorbed by music.  Check this library guide with all the details on our UAlberta streaming databases.  
    #5 Hobbies – If music is not your thing, turn on the creative side of your brain. Try sewing, sketching, doodles or writing a journal. Focus on what you’re doing rather than what you think you should be doing.

    #6 Eat a healthy diet – Too much caffeine and junk food? We have a couple of cookbooks for inspiration. Toaster oven bliss…

    MEDITATION & STRESS
    MEDITATION (FROM EPL)
    COOKBOOK
    RECIPE FOR REAL LIFE
    LAUGHTER
    BE CREATIVE!
    BE CREATIVE!
    BE CREATIVE!
    BE CREATIVE!
    even more CREATIVITY!
    MUSINGS ON LIFE
    FUNNY BIOGRAPHY
    VILLAINY & DRAGONS
    PLAY A BOARD GAME
    PLAY A BOARD GAME
    PLAYSTATION GAMES

    # 7 Be kind to yourself – If self-care measures just aren’t relieving your stress, you may need to look for reinforcements. The University of Alberta has resources that can help.

    Sometimes the ambient noise of the library (or your own study space) is just not helping… One of our student colleagues suggested this website for the virtual café experience: I miss my café . What could be more soothing than listening to the hiss and drip drip of your favourite java/tea shop.

    It might be helpful to know that mistakes, and failures, can be beneficial. Yes – really! We leave you with this thought provoking book of essays on the positive side of research mistakes: My biggest research mistake : adventures and misadventures in psychological research

    Thanks for the read, and we look forward to seeing you next term! If you have any questions or need some help, please Ask Us! We would love to hear from you.

    Love us on the blog? Chances are, you’ll love us on social media! Follow us, @uofalibrary, on Instagram & Twitter!

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  • Making the Most of Canadian Winters | Part II

    by Junelle Mah January 19, 2022
    by Junelle Mah January 19, 2022

    I hope last week’s temperature bump was a good incentive to get folks out and about. Now that the weather has dipped back into the -20, -30, –neveryoumind degrees Celsius, we continue on with Part II of our winter layering tutorial. Our agenda includes how those layers can be applied to cold weather activities and the necessity of accessories for your extremities. Bonus Material Alert: my former retail colleague and outdoor expert, Scott…

  • Making the Most of Canadian Winters | Part I

    by Junelle Mah January 6, 2022
    by Junelle Mah January 6, 2022

    Ahhh, Canadian winter! There is nothing like that quiet, surreal, peaceful vibe that settles all around as snow falls around you…until the wind rolls through, destroys your tranquility and forces you inside. It’s not just the discomfort of winter conditions that keep us from exploring the outdoors. Dressing inappropriately for the cold can lead to serious illness, frostbite and hypothermia. With so much beauty and potential for enjoyment in winter activities, you…

  • Stress Relief Resources at the Library

    by Guest Author December 3, 2021
    by Guest Author December 3, 2021

    By Kelsey Kropiniski With final exams being right around the corner, us UAlberta Library workers wanted to drop in with a few mental health and stress relief resources that we offer here at the library!  My name is Kelsey, and I work in Rutherford library as a second-year Masters of Library and Information Studies student. I think it’s pretty safe to say that for most folks here on campus, finals season is…

  • Unwind your Mind on World Health Day

    by Erin Sanderman April 7, 2021
    by Erin Sanderman April 7, 2021

    Happy World Health Day! Were these normal times, everyone would be hunkering down in library spaces for that final push before end of term and our friends at the Healthy Campus Unit would have several fun and healthful diversions set up in their Wisdom Corners. Sadly, the majority of us are still working from home and we can’t take advantage of on-site Unwind Your Mind activities. In spite of this challenge, the…

  • Feel-good reads and Favourites

    by Elisabet Ingibergsson February 11, 2021
    by Elisabet Ingibergsson February 11, 2021

    Do you need a break from your studies? Why not curl up with a good book! The UAlberta Library Curbside pick up-service is open and available for students and staff! Take a mental health break and escape into the pages of one (or more) of these suggested books from our library staff. Happy reading! Click on the “Link to catalogue” caption below the book covers to check on availability and place a…

  • Dogs in the Library (Virtual) – Winter Edition

    by Erin Sanderman January 27, 2021
    by Erin Sanderman January 27, 2021

    More virtual visits with the our canine compatriots from CAAWLS? Yes, please! We are happy to report that UAL and CAAWLS are partnering to bring monthly visits to the computer screens of campus community members. Simply add these dates to your calendar, bookmark this post and click on the links below on during the visit times to check-in with those adorable doggos and their human helpmates. Take a quick five-minute wellness break…

  • Introducing the IOR Colouring Book

    by Erin Sanderman December 17, 2020
    by Erin Sanderman December 17, 2020

    As the fall term comes to an end, and we draw closer to the end of this challenging year, everyone deserves to take a break, a breath and do something that brings us joy. For some of us that might mean an invigorating outdoor adventure, while others may prefer some cozy, quiet time with a good book, perhaps even… a colouring book. If you are amongst the artistically inclined, or long for…

  • De-Stressing Tips from Library Staff | Part II

    by Junelle Mah December 4, 2020
    by Junelle Mah December 4, 2020

    It is widely known that library staff are always willing to offer helpful tips and advice…call it an occupational hazard! Lucky for us, we received such a wealth of self-care tips from our colleagues that we had to create a second part to our Fall 2020 Staff De-stressing Tips blog! To catch up on Part I, take a peek here… otherwise sit back, relax, and enjoy Part II! Eva, Information Services Specialist…

  • De-Stressing Tips from Library Staff | Part I

    by Junelle Mah December 3, 2020
    by Junelle Mah December 3, 2020

    First, a giant shout-out to everyone for all the hard work done thus far in our Fall 2020 semester. We are truly proud of you! We invite you to take some time to rest, relax, and focus on a little self-care before you battle on to end this term on a strong note. Our lovely library staffers offer up their de-stressing tips in Part I of a two-part special! Elisabet, Information Services…

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