{"id":1185,"date":"2024-09-27T11:53:35","date_gmt":"2024-09-27T02:23:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.flinders.edu.au\/student-news\/?p=1185"},"modified":"2024-09-27T11:56:47","modified_gmt":"2024-09-27T02:26:47","slug":"its-time-to-talk-about-mental-health","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.flinders.edu.au\/student-news\/2024\/09\/27\/its-time-to-talk-about-mental-health\/","title":{"rendered":"It&#8217;s time to talk about Mental Health!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Mental Health Month is celebrated nationally in October to help communities connect and raise awareness of the importance of mental health. <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This year\u2019s theme is <a href=\"https:\/\/mhcsa.org.au\/mental-health-month\/\">\u2018It\u2019s Time to Talk About Mental Health\u2019<\/a> to encourage everyone to engage in open conversation about mental health and seek help when they need it.<\/p>\n<p>In celebration of Mental Health Month, Oasis Student Wellbeing Centre invites you to take part in a 2-day event prioritising mental health, having a conversation and learning about support services with a focus on student wellbeing.<\/p>\n<p><strong>DAY 1:\u00a0 \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>On Wednesday October 9, join us at the Student Hub and the Plaza for a day filled with activities and learn about Oasis Student Wellbeing Centre, Health, Counselling and Disability Services.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Start the day with <strong>Mindful Yoga at the Plaza at 10 am<\/strong>. Join Shoba for a 50-minute mindful yoga, practicing a gentle style of meditation, blending slow movements, self-compassion and mindful presence. Mindful Yoga is suitable for all ages, physical abilities and fitness levels. No experience is necessary. Booking is required \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com.au\/e\/mindful-yoga-at-the-plaza-tickets-1029547894467\">register here<\/a>!<\/li>\n<li>Meet new friends over a game of giant chess, giant connect 4 or a game of croquet facilitated by Flinders Mates. Flinders Mates is a great way to meet people from all over the world, make new friends, expand your intercultural knowledge and build global networks. Look for <strong>Flinders Mates in the Plaza at 12 noon<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Looking to unwind and practice bringing your mind to the present moment? Come and join us for a 30-minute <strong>Midday Meditation in the Multimedia Lounge, Student Hub at 12 noon<\/strong>. It is a guided, mindfulness meditation and is perfect for beginners and seasoned meditators alike.<\/li>\n<li>Immerse yourself into a fully interactive show and drumming workshop brought to you by African Soul. African Soul aims to revolutionise communities using music as a transformative tool to keep mentally and physically healthy. African Soul Drumming transcends boundaries &#8211; be it gender, age, race, or ability- supporting mental and physical health through connectivity and joy. Join <strong>African Soul at the Plaza from 1pm to 2pm<\/strong>!<\/li>\n<li>Join Chris, Counsellor, for <strong>Life Hacks Session \u2013 Stress Less &amp; Manage Anxiety. <\/strong>Learn to make stress your friend and not your enemy. Learn how to keep it at a level where it can be helpful rather than a hindrance and spur you on to academic and personal success. Stress is a normal part of life and study. Stress shows us that what we are doing is important to us. Drop-in at <strong>Oasis from 2pm to 3pm<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Oasis Wellbeing Ambassadors will be on hand ready to have a chat to you about Oasis Student Wellbeing Centre, Health, Counselling &amp; Disability Services. Come and visit the Oasis Stall and learn about the Flinders student-created campaign \u2018<a href=\"https:\/\/students.flinders.edu.au\/uni-life\/goodvibes\">Good Vibes Experiment\u2019<\/a> \u2013 pick up some pins and other merch along with an activity book to take home and complete in your own time \u2013 it\u2019s a fun way to learn different ways to enhance your wellbeing!<\/p>\n<p>All these activities plus live music and free food!<\/p>\n<p><strong>DAY 2:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>On Thursday October 10, come and join us at the <strong>Flinders Community Market<\/strong> where you can grab free fresh fruit, vegetables and bread, and purchase pantry items at a very low-cost! Community Market opens 11am to 1pm.<\/p>\n<p>Experience a community atmosphere with opportunities for you to connect with other students over a sausage sizzle. Get involved and take part at <strong>Flinders Mates<\/strong> from 12pm followed by <strong>Conversation Group<\/strong> at 1pm. All these activities will be at Oasis Student Wellbeing Centre.<\/p>\n<p>This October, let\u2019s come together to prioritize mental health, have a conversation and support one another. Get involved and join us make a difference this Mental Health Month!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Mental Health Month is celebrated nationally in October to help communities connect and raise awareness of the importance of mental health. 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