Small steps you can take to help get you through the day. Submit your own mindstep image or suggestion to walkalong@cheos.ubc.ca

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Call a Friend

It’s important to surround yourself with people who have a positive influence on your life. Talking, listening and hanging out with friends will keep...
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Try a (new) Sport

Playing sports can be difficult, but the benefits are well known. Getting regular exercise can help relieve stress and improve mental wellness. It...
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Solve a Puzzle

Solving puzzles can often be great at relieving stress: whether that’s playing Candy Crush Soda, solving a crossword or even piecing together a...
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Take a nap

15 – 30 minutes of napping promotes not only physical well-being, but also has psychology benefits. Recent studies have shown that napping has a...
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Go Outside

Spending time outside has been shown to have positive effects on both physical and mental health. Being outside can reduce stress & anxiety, lead...
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Don't Regret the Road Not Taken

“Two roads diverged in a yellow wood, / And sorry I could not travel both” (R. Frost “The Road Not Taken” 1-2). Keep moving forward. Don’t spend time...
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Do something you're good at

We’re all good at something, and when we’re good at something we typically enjoy it. Enjoyment helps to reduce stress – so try to make time for the...
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Cut back on Caffeine

You may think that you need coffee or tea to get you through the day. But caffeine is a stimulant and may make you more anxious, or even worsen a...
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Go for a Walk

Walking has been shown to be beneficial for your mood. Even a short walk each day can make a big difference to how you feel. Meet with a friend for...
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Be Aware of Your Body Language

Watch carefully what your body is saying because people may misinterpret what you are saying if your body language says something else.  Practice ...
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Be Aware of the Other Point of View

Try to understand what is important to the other person and how he/she sees the situation. Try and put yourself in their shoes — you will gain...
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Be Clear on What you Want

If you don’t know what you need out of your relationships then you can’t expect others to know.  First, know what you want. Write down a list Don't...