As I reflect on this past academic year and my time blogging for Life @ U of T on behalf of Accessibility Services, I am really appreciative for the blog as a safe space for me to journal, grow, and…
Author: Laura
A Low-key Approach to Journaling and Creative Writing
Journaling has been a really productive and creative way for me to process my emotions. It can be intimidating but once I started trying it casually, I found it really helpful to declutter my brain and lighten my mental load.…
Tips and Events for the pre-finals stretch w/ Peer Facilitators
Hi there! Accessibility Services has so many resources to explore, so I (virtually) sat down with three of our current Peer Facilitators to talk about the peer programs they offer and helpful tips they have for students! What I learned…
Feeling Swamped with School? Here’s How I Try to Set Goals for Myself!
Around this time of the semester, schoolwork piles up and the other parts of my life seem to be pushed to the side. The way school becomes so prioritized to the point that, during these busy times, the only time…
A Museum of Joy!
Hope you are having a wonderful reading week so far! Wherever you are at this time, I hope you are able to take a breather and enjoy time with yourself, family, and/or friends (even if it’s done virtually). This has…
The Guide I Needed When I Was Looking For A Therapist
Want to get something off your chest? Seeking counselling or support? Whether it’s short-term academic stress or a long-term concern, counselling may be something you are currently considering. Important: if you are registered with Accessibility Services, you can connect with…
Haven’t reached out to an academic advisor yet? – Here’s why you should!
There are so many resources available to us at U of T, and with the larger commitment school has required in the online setting, navigating all these resources can be intimidating. However, there is hope! A very quick and easy way to start your navigation…
8 Low-Effort Break Ideas for the Final Stretch of the Semester!
Hi all! As the semester is wrapping up, I wanted to share some break ideas during this final exam grind AND for the upcoming winter break! This has been a challenging semester and a challenging year. I hope you are…
How I Stay Connected to U of T Campus Events (at home)
Hope you are doing well and keeping warm! I feel like at this point in the semester, life has been focused solely on school. So, I wanted to bring to light how to find workshops and events that can bring…
How I Plan Reading Week (plus some mental break ideas)
Happy Reading Week everyone! Now that the well-anticipated break is finally here, I’m trying my best to plan how my week will go. If you’re like me, you’re struggling to find the balance of taking actual breaks while also catching…