Entries by uclahci

Practicing Positive Psychology

January 4, 2022 in /by

In 2020, many of us found ourselves isolated and alone, separated from our loved ones because of a raging pandemic. From having to face a screen for several hours in […]

Hygge in Quarantine

April 15, 2021 in /by

In early winter of 2020, I purchased Meik Wiking’s The Little Book of Hygge: Danish Secrets to Happy Living to learn about Danish culture prior to embarking on a summer […]

Cultivating Equanimity

January 11, 2021 in , /by

It is no secret 2020 was a turbulent year for most of us. Whether it was the fear of catching or spreading coronavirus, anger around racial injustice, or frustration with […]

Finding Routine amidst Chaos

June 22, 2020 in /by

If you’re like me, you may have struggled to establish a routine over the past few months. It’s hard enough to find a daily rhythm as a college student with […]

Mental Health Literacy: Anxiety

February 23, 2020 in /by

1 in 3 college students report experiencing a diagnosable mental health disorder. However, it is estimated that 64.5% of these students are not seeking the help they need. The Mind […]

Do I Need a Hobby?

December 5, 2019 in /by

When you hear the word “hobby”, what do you think of? You may conjure images of a post-retirement activity or your childhood art projects. Maybe you associate it with an […]

Want Free Therapy? Try Nature

November 7, 2019 in /by

We know intuitively that getting outside is good for us. But how much time do we really spend appreciating green space, away from technology and to-do lists that so often […]