Gemma Dale gave a thought-provoking session on the wellbeing opportunities available at the University along with some simple and practical ideas for improving wellbeing both in and outside of work. Further information is available as part of the links and PowerPoint presentation below:
Resources available at the University of Manchester include:
- University wellbeing website
- University wellbeing videos
- University wellbeing blog
- University counselling service workshops
- University coaching on wellbeing
- Staff Learning and Development – tips on developing resilience and how to build resilience (University log-in required)
Links to further information about the practical ideas that Gemma highlighted are given below:
- Three good things: have a look at the Podcast or Action for Happiness video for further details
- Mindfulness: see Ted talk by Andy Puddicombe or calm app for sleeping
- Random acts of kindness
- Gratitude: see psychology article and Ted talk by Laura Trice