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Library De-Stress Publication
Happy Wednesday, Tritons! We hope you are all enjoying your time on campus, and in the Library! We want to wish you all good luck on your final exams, and a relaxing winter break. Scroll through the publication for activities to support your mental and physical well-being whenever you need a break. Throughout the quarter, we'll be sharing biweekly tips and activities to help you de-stress and center yourself, regardless of where you are tuning in from.
 
As always, send us comments and suggestions at Learningspaces@ucsd.edu. Publications, new and old, and upcoming activities are available on our webpage.
Keep up with the latest UC San Diego Library news and information via our E-newsletter.
DE-STRESS AT THE LIBRARY
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Visit our page to learn more about de-stress resources and events
we host throughout the year! 
FALL FEEDBACK FEST
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Throughout the month of November, express your opinions about the Library and its offerings by completing short surveys for multiple chances to win prizes. Complete 3 surveys per week to be entered into our weekly drawing for a chance to win a $25  Bookstore gift card.

 

Complete all 9 surveys by Saturday, November 30, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. PST to be entered into the raffle for a Library-themed shirt and mini de-stress kit. 

 

To access the surveys, visit lib.ucsd.edu/share.

MEDITATION SPACES
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Check out the open reflection and meditation spaces in Geisel Rooms 621 and 628.

 

The Calm Cave and Zen Den are meant to be used as spaces to retreat from studying, relax, pause, breathe deeply, and clear your mind.

 

These space incorporates feedback from library users, campus partners, and the Library Student Advisory Council. The collection of books (Calm Cave only) and lounge furniture were selected to help you relax and reflect.

 

 

 

 
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FINALS DE-STRESS ACTIVITIES
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Take a break from studying and recharge with our Finals De-Stress Series! Join us outside Classroom 1 from December 9-11 anytime between 2-3:30 p.m. each day. Build something fun with LEGOs on Monday, write a postcard for a friend or loved one on Tuesday, and unwind with air-dry clay on Wednesday. Supplies and light refreshments are provided, and Library staff will be nearby to assist and answer questions.

WEEKLY COLORING PAGE
 
Print and color a new piece for your wall or post it on the Color & Share board in Geisel 2nd Floor East. 
 
Click on the image to the right to download the printable coloring sheet created by a Library student employee.
 
Upload your artistic masterpieces to social media and tag us @ucsdgeisel on Facebook or @ucsdlibrary on Instagram.
A snowy penguins themed coloring page.
PUZZLE PROJECTS
Take a break by completing this holiday themed word search puzzle. Click the image to download the puzzle. 
A magical time themed puzzle.
A winter word search puzzle.
Have fun completing this winter word search!
Find printed mazes, sudoku puzzles, and coloring pages while studying at the Library! You can find these items in the Leisure Lounge art/game room in Geisel 1st Floor West. Look for the orange flower sign.
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Solutions for last week's sudoku and masyu puzzle.
Complete this Library puzzle yourself or race your friends to see who can complete it first. Puzzles change every month at the bottom of the De-Stress LibGuide! Hint: You can change the number of pieces. 🧩
 
 
DE-STRESS WITH PUPS
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Take a break with therapy dogs this quarter at the Library. Whether you’re in need of a quick pause between study sessions or a moment to unwind from a tough assignment, certified therapy dogs are here to help you relax. No registration is needed, and masking is optional.

 

Drop by anytime during the event to enjoy some calming time with the dogs.

The Library proudly partners with Love on Leash, a nonprofit organization that brings volunteer pet therapy teams to support student well-being. 

 

When: December 4, 2024

Where: Classroom 1

Time: 2:30-4 p.m.

 

HOLIDAY LO-FI PLAYLIST
A graphic for a holiday lo-fi playlist from Spotify.
 
Check out this Holiday Lo-Fi playlist from Spotify! Perfect to get into a
festive mood.
AWESOME CAMPUS RESOURCES
Click the banners to visit their website.
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An avocado toast recipe.
An avocado toast recipe.
An avocado toast recipe.
An avocado toast recipe.
An avocado toast recipe.
An avocado toast recipe.
An avocado toast recipe.
An avocado toast recipe.
A quote that says “If ye will all have it so, let us go on and take the adventure that shall fall to us.” — C.S. Lewis
Alt text: “If ye will all have it so, let us go on and take the adventure that shall fall to us.” — C.S. Lewis
An avocado toast recipe.
An avocado toast recipe.
An avocado toast recipe.
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