Wellness in the intellectual dimension is the ability for one to learn, experience, and utilize intellectual capacities through creative and stimulating mental activities with the goal of expanding one’s knowledge and skills. It consists of critical thinking, stimulating curiosity, problem solving, reflection, self-knowledge, and creativity. Further, it includes the ability to recognize biases, helpful and unhelpful patterns of thinking, as well as manage one’s inner dialogue and negative thoughts.
Intellectual wellness includes, but is not limited to:
- Having a growth mindset
- Creative expression
- Short/long-term goals
- Ability to think critically
- Curiosity
- Academic ability and integrity
- Determination to master new skills
- Having the capacity to ask questions
- Willingness to explore new ideas
- Time management skills
Resources
Looking to enhance your intellectual wellness? Below are some resources both on and off campus, as well as general information related to intellectual wellness.
On campus resources
- AccessAbility Services
- Time Management
- Study Skills Workshops
- Tutor Connect
- Peer Success Coaching
- Engineering Help Sessions (check back in Fall 2023)
- 1st Year Engineering Office
- 6 Podcasts to Help you Grow
- Goal Setting
- Critical Thinking
- The Big List of Self-Care and Distraction Activities
- Campus Housing (academics in residence)
Off-campus resources
General information
- Growth Mindset
- Growth Mindset (video with Carol Dweck)