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Library De-Stress Publication
Happy Wednesday, Tritons! We wish you all good luck on your final exams, and a relaxing, well-deserved spring 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! 
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. 

 

 Triton2Triton will be joining us. They will be informing everyone about their supportive, online connection space where UC San Diego students can connect with trained peers who understand what they're going through and can offer resources. 

 

When: March 12

Where: Classroom 1

Time: 2:30-4 p.m.

FINALS DE-STRESS ACTIVITIES
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Relieve some stress at our upcoming drop-in events! 

 

We’ll provide all the supplies, snacks, and good vibes! Library staff will also be on hand to help and chat if you need anything.

 

Where: Outside Classroom 1 (Main Floor, Geisel)

Time: 2-3:30 p.m.

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 spaces 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.

 

 

 

 
YOGA AT THE LIBRARY
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Join the Library and Recreation for indoor Vinyasa Flow on Wednesdays from 1-2 p.m. in the Geisel Meeting Room located at Geisel Library, 1st Floor East. Offered weekly between Weeks 1-10 (no class 2/5 & 3/12) these classes are free for students and staff with an active Recreation Activity Pass (free for students!). Weekly registration is required.
 
Please bring your own yoga mat and props.
SPACES AT UCSD
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Need to print but don't have funds? Forgot to buy scantrons or bluebooks?
 
Check out Spaces at UCSD (right above Starbucks in PC) for free printing, scantrons, and more!
 
 
Spaces is a fully funded, student-run space that is focused on access, retention, and community through UC San Diego.
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.
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PUZZLE PROJECTS
Take a break by completing a sudoku puzzle. Click the image to download the puzzle. 
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Have fun completing this maze!
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 word search and sudoku 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. 🧩
 
 
ROMANTIC PLAYLIST
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Join Wolf & Lion and community for a little library walking tour in the beautiful neighborhood of Normal Heights.


RSVP here.
STRAWBERRY COLD FOAM RECIPE
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Ingredients

 
1-2 tablespoons strawberry jam
3 tablespoons heavy cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-2 teaspoons sweetener 

 

Instructions

 

1. In a mason jar, combine 1-2 tablespoons of strawberry jam, 3 tablespoons of heavy cream, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Close the jar and vigorously shake until the mixture is thick and creamy about 2-3 minutes. Alternatively, use a frother. Taste and add more jam or sweetener to taste.

2. Enjoy!

 

Recipe from Bites by Bianca.

 

SOLUNA WELLNESS APP
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Check out Soluna — your space to destress, bounce back, and reset. Completely free and confidential for California teens and young adults. Always.

 

Support for Soluna is provided by the California Department of Health Care Services.

 

No Cost. No Pressure. No Worries.

AWESOME CAMPUS RESOURCES
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Alt text:"Despite the forecast, live like it's spring." - Lily Pulitzer
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