Sustainable Habits
Wellness Guidance
In the pursuit of healthy lifestyles, Kia Batiste, the Embedded CAPS Clinician at C. T. Bauer College of Business, emphasizes that mental well-being is essential for physical health.
Regardless of the season, Batiste advocates for students to prioritize wellness while chasing their ambitions. Neglecting mental health can hinder their ability to achieve other personal goals, she warns. For those unsure where to begin, Batiste provides some straightforward wellness strategies to integrate into daily life.
"Use journaling or reflection on your struggles and successes to check in with your emotions," Batiste suggested. "It is also advantageous to maintain social connections in order to foster supportive, healthy relationships."
She further suggested, “Establish clear boundaries between your rest, academic commitments, and extracurricular pursuits. Lastly, adopting relaxation techniques such as deep breathing, meditation, and grounding exercises can enhance your overall calm.”
Students can explore these techniques using the complimentary apps offered by CAPS, such as Together all and Well track Boost. To ensure mental health practices become habitual, Batiste suggests integrating brief activities, like short walks or deep breaths, into their everyday schedules.
"Use journaling or reflection on your struggles and successes to check in with your emotions," Batiste suggested. “Nurturing healthy, supportive relationships by staying connected socially is also beneficial.”
"Keep in mind that whatever adjustments you make should be practical and doable," she advised.
“Starting out too ambitiously can be intimidating, which is counterproductive. The key is to approach things gradually, take small steps, and be honest about what you can manage.”
Kia's Essential Advice
- Check in with your emotions
- Create boundaries between rest, academics, and other commitments
- Utilize grounding techniques
- Access free resources from CAPS
- Focus on a few achievable objectives
- Consult with a licensed clinician via the Let's Talk program
For students feeling overwhelmed by their aspirations, Batiste advises them to consider what modifications could make their goals more digestible. She also encourages students to identify and concentrate on their top priorities.
"You may break down more ambitious objectives into smaller, more doable “Another valuable resource is the Let's Talk program, where you can discuss these objectives with a licensed clinician in a private setting for immediate feedback.”
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