| Stress & Burnout | Emotional Wellness & Mental Health | Relationships & Boundaries | Coping & Self-Care | Support & Resources |
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What is writing it out, breaking tasks into small steps, and starting somewhere?
You have three assignments due the same day and you’re feeling overwhelmed and
frozen instead of starting anything. What would you do? |
What is taking my feelings seriously and reaching out for support?
You’ve been feeling sad or empty for a few weeks and don’t know why. What would you
do |
What is checking in with myself, then letting my friend know I care about them and need space to be heard too?
) A friend constantly vents to you but never asks how you’re doing. What would you do?
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What is taking some alone time to reset, then reaching out to one safe person so I don’t fully shut down?
You’ve had a long, stressful day and feel tempted to isolate completely. What would
you do? |
What is reaching out anyway and trusting that my feelings matter, even if someone else has it worse?
You’re struggling, but you’re not sure if your problems are “serious enough” to reach
out for help. What would you do? |
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What is checking in with myself, slowing down, and asking for support early?
You notice you’re constantly tired, unmotivated, and irritable halfway through the
semester. What would you do? |
What is slowing down, checking in with myself, and asking for help?
You find yourself crying often and feeling emotionally exhausted, even on “good” days.
What would you do? |
What is setting a gentle but clear boundary and reminding myself that protecting my energy doesn’t mean I don’t care?
Someone you care about is draining your energy, but you’re afraid to set boundaries
because you don’t want to hurt them. What would you do? |
What is noticing the pattern, pausing the habit, and choosing one small healthy action instead?
You notice your main coping strategy is scrolling, sleeping, or avoiding
responsibilities. What would you do? |
What is scheduling the appointment, asking questions upfront, and remembering the counselor’s job is to help — not judge?
You want to talk to a counselor, but you’re nervous about what the first appointment
will be like. What would you do? |
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What is prioritizing basic needs and using campus resources to rebalance?
You’re skipping meals and sleep to keep up with schoolwork and activities. What would
you do? |
What is recognizing thoughts aren’t facts and using grounding with support?
You’re having intrusive negative thoughts about yourself that are hard to shut off. What
would you do? |
What is giving myself permission to say no sometimes and understanding that rest is not being selfish?
You feel pressured to always be available for others even when you need time for
yourself. What would you do? |
What is reminding myself that self-care isn’t a reward — it’s a necessity?
) You don’t feel motivated to practice self-care because you think you don’t “deserve” it.
What would you do? |
What is listening without trying to fix everything and encouraging them to seek professional support?
A friend confides in you about their mental health, and you don’t know how to help
them. What would you do? |
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What is practicing self-compassion and focusing on progress, not perfection?
You feel pressure to be perfect academically and feel like a failure anytime you make a
mistake. What would you do? |
What is acknowledging the anxiety and seeking coping tools and resources?
You feel anxious all the time, especially in social or academic settings, and it’s starting
to interfere with your daily life. What would you do? |
What is having an honest conversation about my needs and choosing my peace overstaying in something that drains me?
You’re in a relationship or friendship where your needs aren’t being met, but you’re
scared of being alone. What would you do? |
What is replacing one unhealthy coping habit with a healthier option and asking for support when I’m overwhelmed?
You rely on unhealthy coping habits when stressed, even though you know they’re not
helping long-term. What would you do? |
What is checking in with them, expressing concern, and looping in a trusted adult or campus resource if needed?
You notice warning signs that someone might be in emotional distress, but you’re
unsure whether to intervene. What would you do? |
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What is talking with an advisor and counselor before making a major decision?
You’re considering dropping a class because your stress feels unmanageable, but
you’re worried about how it might affect your future plans. What would you do? |
What is validating my feelings and trusting professionals to help?
You’re worried that what you’re feeling might be “too much” or that others won’t take
you seriously if you ask for help. What would you do? |
What is responding calmly but firmly by reiterating the boundary, stating the consequence, and then following through by enforcing that consequence
Someone crosses a boundary you’ve already communicated, and you’re unsure how
to address it again. What would you do? |
What is starting small, being patient with myself, and focusing on progress instead of perfection?
You want to build healthier routines, but every time you try, you fall back into old
patterns. What would you do? |
take their thoughts seriously, staying with them if possible, and contacting immediate help like counseling services, a crisis line, or campus safety?
Someone tells you they’re thinking about harming themselves or feel hopeless. What would you do?
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