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Health & Wellbeing Workshops @LJMU Supporting you to make the most of your student experience

Learn a new skill Meet new people Share your problems Coping with change Help with homesickness Try something new Discover more about life in Liverpool Take a breath

Being at University is challenging, wonderful, strange and exciting – and possibly all of those things in one day! It is totally normal to feel overwhelmed while at University - balancing study, work and life can be hard! LJMU’s Student Advice and Wellbeing Services are here to help. Throughout the year our Counselling and Wellbeing Services and our Student Engagement team will be running a range of workshops, projects and activities designed to improve your wellbeing and ensure you get the most from your time here at LJMU. Whether you feel homesick, want to learn some new coping skills or need help in dealing with change, it doesn’t matter if you are a new student or studying a PhD, there is something here to support you and enable you to have a better student experience… Counselling and Wellbeing The Counselling Service provides free counselling for Liverpool John Moores University students. The Counselling Service is here to help you to look at problems of a personal and emotional nature that may be interfering with your ability to study. If something is weighing on your mind, concerning or confusing you, it might be the right time to seek support. For more information contact [email protected] or call 0151 231 3110 We also offer specialist wellbeing support for current students experiencing difficulties with their mental wellbeing and mental distress. For more information contact [email protected] or call: 0151 231 3579 www.ljmu.ac.uk/students/supporting-your-study/health-and-wellbeing Help for you in your Faculty The Student Engagement Team in your Faculty is here to help you with anything that is affecting your studies. We can help you access LJMU’s specialist services and to help you make the most of your University experience. Email [email protected] to book an appointment with your Student Engagement Officer, or visit ljmu.ac.uk/discover/student-support/support-in-yourfaculty to find out more about our drop-in sessions.

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COUNSELLING SERVICE @ IM MARSH

LJMU Counselling Service will be available at IM Marsh campus with a counsellor on duty every Thursday 10am - 4pm

Every Thursday 10am – 4pm

IM Marsh Campus, Barkhill Building, Room M111

MENTAL WELLBEING ADVISOR @ IM MARSH

LJMU Mental Wellbeing Advisor will be available at IM Marsh campus

SPACE TO TALK – DROP-IN FOR MEN

Are you struggling with some problems and unable to talk to family or friends? Maybe you’ve had a go at sorting things out yourself and would like a little extra help? Maybe you just would like to talk to someone who isn’t friends or family.

NO NEED TO BOOK – JUST DROP-IN Every Tuesday 9am – 12.00 NO NEED TO BOOK – JUST DROP-IN Every Tuesday 3pm – 4.00pm NO NEED TO BOOK – JUST DROP-IN

IM Marsh Campus, Barkhill Building, Room M111 Counselling Service Offices, Aquinas Building, Maryland St., L1 9DE

The men’s drop-in is a place where you can explore all your thoughts and feelings in a confidential, nonjudgemental space with a male counsellor. NEW STUDENT SUPPORT GROUP

Adjusting to a new environment can be a challenging time for all students. It can result in feelings of anxiety, loneliness and homesickness. The New Student Support Group will provide a space for you to share your thoughts, feelings and concerns in a supportive setting.

Tuesday 10th October 5:30pm – 7:00pm Tuesday 24th October 5:30pm – 7:00pm Tuesday 14th November 5:30pm – 7:00pm

Counselling Service Offices, Aquinas Building, Maryland St., L1 9DE

Tuesday 28th November 5:30pm – 7:00pm Tuesday 12th December 5:30pm – 7:00pm NO NEED TO BOOK – JUST DROP-IN PHD STUDENT GROUP

Group meets monthly - Being a PhD student can be extremely demanding and stressful. Very often you are working alone, managing your own timetable and working hours. The LJMU PhD Student Group is a chance to get together with other PhD students also studying at LJMU.

1st Tuesday of the month 5:30pm – 7pm RUNNING THROUGHOUT THE YEAR

Liverpool SU Activities Room. John Foster Building, Mount Pleasant, L3 5UZ

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Find out more about wellbeing services at LJMU: www.ljmu.ac.uk/students/supporting-your-study/health-and-wellbeing

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Here's what’s happening and where…

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HOW TO DO UNIVERSITY!

You’ve enrolled on your course, turned up to day 1 and met some lovely people in the Starbucks on campus…but what next? This quick and informative session will not only cover the basics about university life but will also provide you with really good tips on how to make the most of your time here, after all these are supposed to be the best 3 years of your life!

Tuesday 17th October 2pm – 3pm


MANAGING STRESS

This workshop will help students understand and manage the impact of stress more effectively. Participants will be given helpful advice and hints on how to manage work/life balance and time management.

For further information or to book please email studentengagement@ljmu. ac.uk

Wednesday 18th October 2pm 3pm Wednesday 8th November 2pm – 3pm

Aldham Robarts Library, Basement: Seminar Room 1

For further information or to book please email [email protected] or call 0151 231 3110 AN INTRODUCTION TO MINDFULNESS BOOKING ESSENTIAL

EVERYBODY’S HOMESICK (SOMETIMES)

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Mindfulness training for students gives you tools to help you remain calm and be able to focus more consistently in the face of demands and pressure. It does this by helping you to pay attention to the present moment through breathing and mindfulness practices including, scanning the body, meditation, eating and movement these practices increase awareness of present moment experiencing so as to reduce stress and anxiety and boost levels of concentration. Settling into University isn’t always easy. Often it’s your first time living away from home and leaving behind those home comforts can be difficult. Homesickness is more common than you may think and there are lots of great tips and advice we can give you to make managing homesickness that little bit easier.

Tuesday 31st October 2017 3pm – 4.30pm For further information or to book please email [email protected] or call 0151 231 3110

Thursday 2nd November 2pm – 3pm For further information or to book please email [email protected]




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DEVELOPING MINDFULNESS

Following on from the above this course will focus on Mindfulness of the breath, Mindfulness Meditation, Body Awareness through the practice of yoga postures and the Mindfulness body scan. The focus is to develop greater mind/body awareness in the present moment which can be helpful in dealing with stress, anxiety and low mood. stress, anxiety and low mood.

Every Tuesday in November: 7th, 14th, 21st and 28th November 3pm – 4.30pm


BOOKING ESSENTIAL

MANAGING ANXIETY

PRESENTATION ANXIETY

HOW TO BEAT PROCRASTINATION

MAKE TIME FOR TIME MANAGEMENT BOOKING ESSENTIAL

For further information or to book please email [email protected] or call 0151 231 3110

This is a series of 4 sessions to help your understanding of the physical and psychological aspects of anxiety, identifying triggers and lifestyle pressures. The sessions will explain panic attacks, and consider negative v positive self-management strategies to provide you with techniques to help you learn to manage anxiety more effectively.

Every Monday in November 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th November 5.30pm – 6.30pm

Many students are required to do presentations during the course of their academic study at university. Sometimes in groups and sometimes alone, presentations can sometimes be a challenge. This workshop will look at the fears and concerns behind presenting to an audience and ways to approach presentations in a more positive manner.

Tuesday 7th November 5.30pm – 6.30pm



Procrastination is a difficult issue for many students - putting off until tomorrow what you could do today. This workshop will give you insights into why you procrastinate, how you procrastinate and provide some helpful hints and strategies as to how to prevent procrastination.

Monday Nov 13th 10am – 11:30am

Diaries, calendars, lists, apps…there are loads of things out there designed to help us manage our time. So why does it feel like we are constantly running from one task to the next? Juggling university life with everything else is not an easy task and effective time management is a great way to ensure you have a good work life balance. Come along and find out easy and effective ways of managing your time whilst at University.

12th December 2pm – 3pm


For further information or to book please email [email protected]

Student Advice and Wellbeing Offices Reception Area, Aquinas Building, Maryland Street, L1 9DE





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Wellbeing Projects at LJMU LJMU Community Choir When: Every Monday during term-time. Cuppa and chat at 5.00, singing from 5.30 – 7.00pm Where: The Moot Room, (Room 125), 1st floor, John Foster Building, Mount Pleasant, Liverpool L3 5UZ Get the happiness and harmonies flowing! This choir is open to both staff and students and is an informal, fun group that aims to encourage wellbeing through singing together in a group. Singing is good for mental and physical health, lifting moods, alleviating stress and improving breathing. The group is open to both students and staff, and you don’t have to be a great singer to join in - just come along for an enjoyable experience and to meet new people. The choir sings a range of styles from Metallica to Motown, so there’s something for everyone! Your first session is free. Then it costs £3 per session for staff and £2 for students. No booking required, just turn up! For further information check out the LJMU Community Choir Facebook page or contact: Bernadette McGrath, Projects and Partnerships Manager Email: [email protected] or call: 0151 231 3445

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Comedy Trust’s Feeling Funny When: Every Wednesday from 18th of October - 29th November 3.00- 5.00 pm. Where: Room 114, First Floor, LJMU Redmonds Building, Brownlow Hill, L3 5UG Over six weekly sessions, professional stand-up comedian Sam Avery will teach you the skills to write and perform your own comedy routine which will then culminate in a final showcase performance in front of a live audience. These unique comedy courses have been designed to give you an opportunity to tackle the subject of mental health in a light hearted way and in the process help to improve your mental wellbeing. Feeling Funny courses also aim to: •

Increase confidence and communication skills

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Help break down the stigma of mental health being an off limits subject for men and to give information about mental health support services

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Provide a social opportunity for you to meet new people in a friendly & nonjudgemental setting

There are 15 places available per course so if you would like to find out more please contact: Charlene Davies, The Comedy Trust Email: [email protected] or call: 07593 042 930 or 0151 702 5893

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Healthy Halls ‘Disco Kitchens’

Healthy Halls ‘Disco Kitchens’ are a FREE programme of activities designed to keep you happy and healthy in your halls. Join LJMU and Squash Nutrition in your halls where we will be a bit of chopping, peeling and bopping around to your fave tunes as we all gather to make and share a meal and together under the disco lights! We will be holding these events across a number of halls in the city. Full details including dates and venues of all the Healthy Halls Disco Kitchens are available on our Facebook page LJMU Healthy Halls www.facebook.com/groups/LJMUHealthyHalls For further information and enquiries call: 0151 231 3445 or email [email protected]


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Health Agency Outreach Support @LJMU Throughout the year we will have health agencies such as The Brook Advisory Service and The Beat Walk-In Centre Sexual Health services (covering Abacus, Armistead, Love is Infectious and Safeplace) to provide information to students about support available for them in the Liverpool. Follow @LJMUsaw for updates on other health support available on campus throughout the year.

The Brook Advisory Service will be available from 12.00 2.00pm in the following locations:

The Beat Walk-In Centre Sexual Health services will be available from 12.00 - 2.00pm in the following locations:

October 16th IM Marsh Cafe area

October 9th IM Marsh Cafe area 17th Aldham Robarts Reception 18th Avril Robarts Reception

November 6th Avril Robarts Reception 8th Aldham Robarts Reception 20th IM Marsh Cafe area December 4th Avril Robarts Reception 5th Aldham Robarts Reception Further info on The Brook Advisory Service can be found here: www.brook.org.uk/finda-service/regions/liverpool

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November 14th IM Marsh Cafe area 21st Avril Robarts Reception 22nd Aldham Robarts Reception December 5th IM Marsh Cafe area 12th Avril Robarts Reception 14th Avril Robarts Reception Further information about these services can be found here: www.sexualhealthliverpool.co.uk


Coming Soon… Here’s a taster of what to expect next Semester: LJMU Wellbeing Week

A week of workshops, activities and pop-up exhibitions to celebrate wellbeing and positive mental health.

Feb 26th – March 2nd 2018

Expect disco kitchens, mocktail bars, alternative therapies, hula hoop classes and more!

........................................................... Yoga on Campus

Yoga is a form of exercise that focuses on flexibility, strength and breathing to enhance physical and mental wellbeing. Yoga is a safe way to increase physical activity which can help with stress and is good for people of varying fitness. These classes will be taught by a qualified yoga teacher on site at LJMU

........................................................... Men's group

The group aims to bring male students together to support each other. The group will be self-directed so topics covered will be up to participants. The aim will be for the group to be open, inclusive and supportive.

........................................................... What’s next for you?

This workshop will look at what happens when you are about to leave university. An important time in a student's life when education comes to an end and you face the next step. This workshop will help you understand better what lies ahead and give you advice to support a good transition.

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Coming Soon… Here’s a taster of what to expect next Semester: Make your mark at the drawing zone

Doodlers or scribblers welcome. An opportunity to relax and lose yourself in inspirational music and drawing. Self-expression through drawing can be very beneficial to our wellbeing. The music has been especially selected to create an immersive and contemplative atmosphere for your creativity. This is strictly norules drawing so don't worry if you don't think you can draw. It's all about the doing rather than the result!

........................................................... Conscious Breathing Workshops

Conscious breathing is one of the best ways to lower stress in the body. This is because when you breathe deeply, it sends a message to your brain to calm down and relax. The brain then sends this message to your body. Breathing exercises are a good way to relax, reduce tension, and relieve stress.

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Get to know Liverpool and enjoy exclusive offers for LJMU students We all know that exercise, and trying new things can be really beneficial to your wellbeing. Did you know that as an LJMU student you can benefit from exclusive opportunities to get free or discounted access to some of the city’s finest cultural and sporting venues and experiences? Don't forget as an LJMU student, you are entitled to apply for free off-peak membership for Lifestyles Fitness Centres across Liverpool. Discounted peak-rate membership is also available. What’s more the Student Opportunities Team run events throughout the year to help you make the most of your time in Liverpool. From a culture crawl around the city to a yoga class in an art gallery, there are loads of ways for you to get immersed in city life. The Student Opportunities Team will be out and about on campus throughout the year to tell you all about the fantastic offers available to you. Follow us on the social media pages BELOW to keep up to date with YOUR latest offers. Call 0151 231 3714 or email [email protected] www.ljmu.ac.uk/discover/your-student-experience/student-opportunities

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5 Ways to Wellbeing at LJMU University life is a busy life - balancing work, study and social activities can be a challenge… To have a happier and healthier University experience, try these five simple ways to improve your personal wellbeing by making small, achievable lifestyle changes.

1. Connect With the people around you. With family, friends, housemates and neighbours. At home, work, on your course or in your local community. If you are living away from home for the first time, building these connections will be a wonderful support for you

2. Be active Sitting ALL DAY at a computer screen is a bit rubbish really! Change the scene by stepping outside, go for a walk or a run, cycle, dance…dance some more! Exercising makes you feel good. Why not register for FREE off-peak LJMU Lifestyles Gym Membership www.ljmu.ac.uk/discover/your-student-experience/student-opportunities

3. Take notice It’s easy to get immersed in University life, so try and make time to take in the world around you, Liverpool is a wonderful place - so be curious. Catch sight of the beautiful. Remark on the unusual. Check out the offers available via Student Opportunities www.ljmu.ac.uk/discover/your-student-experience/student-opportunities @LJMUStudentOpps

4. Keep learning This is a big part of University life right? Try something new that will develop you personally as well as professionally. Rediscover an old interest, join a club, join the LJMU Community Choir, cook something different, have a new cultural experience.

5. Give Do something nice for a friend, or a stranger. Thank someone. Smile. Share your time. LJMU has a great volunteer scheme for students: www.ljmu.ac.uk/volunteering