Mindfulness is a powerful tool to help you stay calm, focused, and on track for academic success. Benefits of mindfulness include:
- Feeling more calm, happy, and relaxed
- Reduced anxiety and depression
- Improved concentration, focus, and academic performance
- Better sleep
- Stronger immune system
You can get started practicing mindfulness with a free four-session workshop or with UMass Meditates, live and on-demand contemplative sessions. Try some mindfulness practices on your own using mindfulness apps or online resources.
Other campus resources to check out include mind-body and yoga classes; meditation groups; and the meditation corner in the Rec Center’s Wellness Center.