Wednesday, February 28, 2024 — 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM EST
Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) combines the traditional practice of cognitive therapy with meditation and a non-judgmental mindset. This integrated therapy helps to teach individuals to pay attention to their thoughts, fears, and feelings without assigning judgments to them.
Mindfulness techniques include meditation, body scan exercises, stretching, gentle yoga, and practices that help individuals acknowledge their current feelings and experiences.
Wednesday, February 28, 2024 — 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM EST
Drums et al reveals the mysteries of traditional African drumming and rhythms in a series of interactive sessions. The facilitator teaches hand drumming, African chants (antiphonal calls and responses) and a short tutorial on origins of drums and drumming in Africa. The goal here is to build up team spirit and self-confidence using African poly-rhythm as a metaphor. Music is employed as a practical vehicle representing Ubuntu (humanity) showing our interconnectedness as a community. Rhythm is not a science or art-form; it is an extension of our humanity.
Monday, February 26, 2024 — 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM EST
Gender Journeys is a supportive psychoeducational group specifically designed to support gender diverse (trans, non-binary, two-spirit, questioning) UW Students. This is a person, supportive and affirming group opportunity to explore important topics that can be key for gender wellness. The group is facilitated by Washington Silk, a counsellor with lived experienced.
The important topics we will explore together include but may not be limited to:
Wednesday, February 21, 2024 — 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM EST
Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) combines the traditional practice of cognitive therapy with meditation and a non-judgmental mindset. This integrated therapy helps to teach individuals to pay attention to their thoughts, fears, and feelings without assigning judgments to them.
Mindfulness techniques include meditation, body scan exercises, stretching, gentle yoga, and practices that help individuals acknowledge their current feelings and experiences.
Friday, February 16, 2024 — 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM EST
A celebration for Black History Month. Gwan Move Caribbean fitness movement is not just another Soca Workout. This Soca workout will make you feel like you are in a fete.
Facilitators
Gayle Smith from Gwan Move: With Guyanese Fit Chick contagious energy, Gayle Smith from Gwan Move will bring that Caribbean culture and good vibrations and dripping sweat. "My goal is that you leave Gwan Move classes with positive and that Can't Stop Won't Stop vibe."
Who can join?
This group is open to all students of the University of Waterloo.
Wednesday, February 14, 2024 — 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM EST
Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) combines the traditional practice of cognitive therapy with meditation and a non-judgmental mindset. This integrated therapy helps to teach individuals to pay attention to their thoughts, fears, and feelings without assigning judgments to them.
Mindfulness techniques include meditation, body scan exercises, stretching, gentle yoga, and practices that help individuals acknowledge their current feelings and experiences.
Wednesday, February 14, 2024 — 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM EST
Curious to learn more about cannabis? Questioning your relationship with cannabis? This comprehensive workshop is designed to empower students with essential knowledge and skills for responsible cannabis use. In this engaging session, participants will delve into the world of harm reduction, gaining valuable insights to make informed choices surrounding cannabis.
Workshop Highlights:
Wednesday, February 14, 2024 — 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM EST
This is an event for 2SLGBTQIA+ students, celebrating them and the important people in their lives. Would you like to celebrate, deepen, and explore some wonderful relationships in your life? If so, this event is for you.
Wednesday, February 7, 2024 — 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM EST
Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) combines the traditional practice of cognitive therapy with meditation and a non-judgmental mindset. This integrated therapy helps to teach individuals to pay attention to their thoughts, fears, and feelings without assigning judgments to them.
Mindfulness techniques include meditation, body scan exercises, stretching, gentle yoga, and practices that help individuals acknowledge their current feelings and experiences.
