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Signs You're Thriving

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Psychological

Regular experience of positive thoughts and emotions
Typical mood fluctuations
Ability to cope well with life's stressors
Feeling engaged with what matters to you

Physical

Energy level that is typical for you
Often getting enough quality sleep
Healthy relationship with substances

Occupational

Ability to concentrate and focus on tasks
Motivated
Performing well

Social

Typical social engagement (for you)
Healthy relationships and connections
Feeling satisfied with social support

Spiritual

Strong sense of purpose
Strong sense of meaning

Diverse group of smiling employees

Supporting Your Well-Being

Nurture Yourself

Maximize your well-being day-to-day and build capacity for getting through challenging times by regularly nurturing yourself. Strong well-being practices will also become your best coping strategies when things get tough.

Intentionally invest in well-being practices: get enough sleep, prioritize nutrition, incorporate exercise, start hobbies, strengthen connections, establish routines, practice mindfulness and self-compassion, etc.
Take breaks, establish work/life balance, and be intentional with rest.
Explore options for self-development: learn about nutrition, healthy financial practices, etc.

Proactively Prepare for Challenging Times

Develop a coping plan before you need one (printable template):

Identify your personal signs of stress
Identify coping strategies that have worked before and explore new strategies to try
Learn about available well-being and mental health resources
Identify support systems

Resources for Support

Everyone encounters challenges and has hard days. Proactively talking it through and processing emotions can help maintain your well-being over time. Reach out to friends, family or chosen family, and others you trust, and ask if you can share what’s on your mind.

Need a boost but don’t feel like talking? Plan a fun activity for yourself or with someone you enjoy spending time with. Go for a walk, visit a beach, participate in a creative workshop, engage in a sport—find something to do that helps you feel connected and uplifted!

University of Windsor Resources

Support

Employee Assistance Program

Professional counselling, crisis support, life coaching, health coaching, career coaching, financial and legal consults, etc. for eligible UWindsor employees and their dependants.

Call 1.833.707.4747 (24/7 for crisis, 8am-8pm daily for non-crisis)

greenshieldplus.ca or download the GreenShield+ app.

Recreation & Engagement

Toldo Lancer Centre

UWindsor’s state-of-the-art sport and recreation complex includes an eight-lane, 25-metre pool; an indoor walking and running track; triple gymnasium; a two-level fitness centre; fully equipped multi-purpose rooms, Starbucks(r) with various social and lounge areas and more. To learn more about membership options (free and paid options), please visit: Employee + Faculty Memberships | Lancer Recreation

Campus Event Calendar

Looking for events on campus? Interested in attending a Varsity game? Check out the UWindsor event calendar!

Event Calendar | University of Windsor

Community Resources

Recreation & Engagement

Analogue Press: Windsor Region Events Calendar

www.analoguepress.org/events/