From massages and yoga to healthy meal prep and self-care, there is no shortage of workshops available during Brock University’s third Thrive Week, Monday, Nov. 11 to Friday, Nov. 15.

Led by the Student Wellness and Accessibility Centre in partnership with several campus and community partners, Thrive Week is a weeklong initiative that encourages positive mental health.  

More than 30 events are scheduled to take place throughout the week that promote physical activity to manage stress and boost mental well-being, support individual self-care and resiliency, and educate the community about positive mental health, including what it means to thrive.  

Most events are open to all Brock students, faculty and staff. 

To learn more about Thrive Week, visit brocku.ca/thrive 

Weeklong events, Monday, Nov. 11 to Friday, Nov. 15 

Hidden Signs Scavenger Hunt
A campus-wide hunt for Reach Out cards. Collect four different cards and bring them to The Hub in TH 134 to win a prize.  

International Students Thrive Week Artworks Showcase
An artwork exhibition displayed in the International Centre will showcase international students’ journeys and life stories. Daily themes on Brock International social media will speak to international students’ challenges and strengths and highlight available wellness resources. 

Monday, Nov. 11  

Compassionate Brock Drop-in
Noon to 2 p.m. — The Hub in TH 134
A self-care workshop featuring discussions and activities that will help participants deal with caregiving, grief and death.  

Coaches Corner
1 to 4 p.m. — TH 135
Private 20-minute consultations from a certified primal health coach. Six appointments are available to students, staff and faculty.  

Mindfulness Meditation
5 to 6:30 p.m. — Community Meeting Place in DeCew Residence
Available to residence students, participants will learn how meditation can be used as self-care and a coping strategy.

Yoga for Residence Students
8 to 9 p.m. — Earp Residence fireplace
Residence students are encouraged to take a break from their busy schedules to destress and be present in the moment. 

Tuesday, Nov. 12  

Have that Talk
10 to 11 a.m. — WH 206
This interactive workshop will discuss the importance of mental health in everyday life. 

Graduate Student Self-Care Break
10 a.m. to noon — Pond Inlet
A self-care break with a hot chocolate bar, snacks, yoga and a make-your-own affirmation jar activity. 

TA Talks
10 to 11 a.m. — TH 135
A session focused on supporting self-care through conversations with other teaching assistants. Topics include teaching, maintaining work-life balance and the TA experience. All teaching assistants, lab demonstrators, course co–ordinators, tutorial leaders, and marker-graders are welcome.

Labyrinth Well-Being Walk
11 a.m. to noon — Weather Station Field
A guided exploration of the labyrinth that encourages self-care, contemplation and reflection.

Compassionate Brock Drop-in
Noon to 2 p.m. —  The HUB in TH 134
A self-care workshop featuring discussions and activities that will help participants deal with caregiving, grief and death. 

Well-Being 101
1 to 2 p.m. — WH 206
An interactive presentation that introduces topics such as, mental health literacy, stigma reduction, resilience and social connectedness. Participants will also learn how to increase help-seeking behaviour and access local supports.  

Surviving and Thriving Mental Health Fair
1 to 3 p.m. — Market Hall
Interactive booths will discuss topics such as self-care, mindfulness, and coping with anxiety and depression. Participants can also help develop a community building art-based project. 

Grads Connected
6 to 8:30 p.m. — Pond Inlet
A light dinner and musical journey led by a professional singer. Participants will explore ways they can stay connected with people. 

Faith and Mental Health: Your Stories
7 to 9 p.m. — Alphie’s Trough
Hopeful and healthy stories of the relationship between faith/spirituality and mental health.  

Mindfulness Meditation
8 to 9:30 p.m. — Community Meeting Place in DeCew Residence
Available to residence students, participants will learn how meditation can be used as self-care and a coping strategy. 

Wednesday, Nov. 13 

BUSU Wellness Fair
11 a.m. to 3 p.m. — Market Hall
Explore various Brock and community partners who offer wellness resources. BUSU will launch their annual Wellness Wishes initiative, where students are encouraged to submit a wish with the hope it will come true. 

Breath vs. Stress
Noon to 1 p.m. —  Dance Studio, Walker Sports Complex
Participants will be guided through a series of breathing exercises to help calm a racing heart and increase focus or energy.  

Wired for Happiness
1 to 2 p.m. —  Dance Studio, Walker Sports Complex
A crash course on retraining the mind to learn self-compassion. 

Mini Massages
1 to 5 p.m. —  Marilyn I. Walker School of Fine and Performing Arts
Students from Trillium College will provide complimentary mini massages.  

Destressing through Tai Chi
2 to 3 p.m. —  Pond Inlet
Participants will learn how to prepare for stressful situations through Tai Chi basics, meditation, motivation and relaxation.  

Night Against Procrastination
6 p.m. to midnight
Market Hall
Students are encouraged to bring their assignments and a laptop to work on school projects. Professional writing support, tutors, soup and swag will be provided.  

Thursday, Nov. 13

The Magic of Forgiveness
9 to 9:30 a.m. —  Kenmore Lounge
Participants will be guided through forgiveness ceremonies and share experiences with each other.  

The Grudge
10 to 10:30 a.m. —  Kenmore Lounge
A focus group where participants will learn how forgiveness releases the grudge.  

TA Talks
2 to 3 p.m. —  ST 103
A session focused on supporting self-care through conversations with other teaching assistants. Topics include teaching, maintaining work-life balance and the TA experience. All teaching assistants, lab demonstrators, course co–ordinators, tutorial leaders, and marker-graders are welcome. 

Labyrinth Well-Being Walk
2 to 3 p.m. — Weather Station Field
A guided exploration of the labyrinth that encourages self-care, contemplation and reflection. 

Quick and Easy Meals
6 to 7 p.m. —  Kenmore Lounge
Led by Niagara Region Public Health, the workshop will discuss healthy eating and food safety. 

Boot Scootin’ and Stress Stompin’
7 to 9 p.m. —  Alphie’s Trough
A fun night of country line dancing lessons. Participants will also have an opportunity to meet University Chaplains and learn how the Faith and Life Centre can support student well-being by complimenting professional counselling with spiritual counselling.   

Yoga for Residence Students
8 to 9 p.m. —  Earp Residence fireplace
Residence students are encouraged to take a break from their busy schedules to destress and be present in the moment. 

Friday, Nov. 15 

Paging Dr. Google: How to Find Credible Health Information Online
9:30 to 11 a.m. — Library Classroom B
Participants will develop skills in finding and evaluating health information via search engines, websites and library databases.

DIY Essential Oil Roller
Noon to 1 p.m. — WH 303
Learn the basics of essential oil usage and safety and how they work with the body to create quick and effective emotional shifts. Participants will make and take home a Calm roller. 

Compassionate Brock Drop-in
Noon to 2 p.m. —  The HUB in TH 134
A self-care workshop featuring discussions and activities that will help participants deal with caregiving, grief and death.