So, despite the cheeky title, this is not a conventional weekly thread. CU has been promoting healthy lifestyle choices during the (usually very rough) end of the semester, and I thought I'd highlight some important points on this sub.

Finals can take a major toll on your mental health so please do try to prioritize your health and safety during the homestretch of the semester. Many people tend to sacrifice their diet and sleep during finals week – avoid this by all means. You need to maintain a healthy diet and sleep schedule in order to maximize your physical and mental well-being.

If you or a friend need help or some time to decompress over the next 2 weeks, check out the links below.

General Tips

There are a bunch of tips on CU's website, but here are some that I would like to highlight:

• 5 steps to acing your finals
• 5 ways to feel awake without caffeine
• Healthy, cheap, and easy meals
• Is it stress or something more?
• Find your study spot

Take the time to read through these articles if you're feeling particularly down. The "find your study spot" article is actually pretty interesting – there are some places listed that I've never even heard of!

Top Five Events

Below are some events happening around finals week that might be worth keeping track of (free food, fun activities, etc.). I've also listed some of their descriptions in case you need them.

• Taste of Home: Join us for dinner featuring some of your favorite recipes from home! The recipes will be made available at 5 p.m. on the dates indicated and will be served while supplies last!
  • Sewall: Dec 10. WV Dining Center: Dec 11. C4C: Dec 12.
• Fill Your Mug: Journey Leader Open House and De-Stress Event. Let your mind relax from studying while you decorate mugs and enjoy a hot beverage and snacks!
  • C4C: Dec 10, 1:30 PM.
• Wellness Wednesday: Open House. Stop by Health Promotion to prep for finals week: make a stress ball, get a cup of tea and pick up some cold care supplies.
  • Wardenburg, 3rd Floor: Dec 11, 2 – 4 PM.
• Late Night Breakfast. Hungry Buffs, pack up your study gear and head to the UMC for FREE, fun activities and a FREE meal! Relax, take a break, or reenergize yourself from the hectic finals week: come early and check out our vast array of activities or study in the UMC’s quiet study spaces!
  • UMC, First Floor: Dec 12, 9 – 10 PM.
• UMC Study Spots. Need a break? Maybe a snack? Or just a refuel of coffee or tea? Stay nourished and focused as you study in the heart of campus! Visit the UMC Finals Week Study Stops in the 2nd floor atrium. Free for CU Boulder students with a Buff OneCard.
  • UMC, 2nd Floor: Dec 13 – 16; 9:45 – 10:45 AM, 12:45 – 1:45 PM, 4:45 – 5:45 PM.

Confidential Support

If you or a friend need support, consider reaching out to:

• Counseling and Psychiatric Services (CAPS) can be reached at 303-492-2277 (24/7 phone support).
• The Ombuds Office can be reached at 303-492-5077.
• The Office of Victim Assistance (OVA) can be reached at 303-492-8855 (24/7 phone support).

All of these resources were from CU's website for finals. You will not regret taking the time to digest all of the resources and tips found on that website. If you have anything to add feel free to contribute below in the comments. Stay safe, and finish strong Buffs!