Emotional Wellness

def. Optimism, trust, self-esteem, self-acceptance, self-confidence, self-control satisfying relationships, and an ability to share feeling.

A Person Who Is Emotionally Well
* Manages stress effectively
* Is able to cope with negative feelings in healthy ways
* Maintains a sense of humor
* Focuses on solutions to problem and maintains a sense of perspective
* Has social support from friends and/or family
* Recognizes emotions and responds effectively
* Has an outlet (music or hobby)
* Gets adequate rest and relaxation
* Has a sense of self acceptance

Emotional Wellness Programs at UC San Diego

Counseling and Psychological Services
* Stress Management 101 Workshop
* Mindful Relaxation
* Peace of Mind Workshop

Recreation
*Massage Class
Circulatory massage provides relaxation and tranquility from the stress and tension of long hours spent at a desk or high pressured days. Massage is one of the most ancient of the healing arts and can enhance your general health and well-being. Various massage techniques will be covered during the course and the students will practice on each other.

*Intro to Meditation
Whether or not you have ever meditated, you may enjoy this sampling of meditation techniques guiding you to the blissful silence behind thoughts. Seated, standing, lying down and moving meditation techniques will be covered. Participants will learn to progress from form meditation to subtle meditation to fine meditation and finally to formless meditation. Experience the meditator, the subject of meditation and the process of meditation becoming one.

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