CAPS Wellness Space

Give Yourself a Reset

Space & Time to Prioritize You

Settle In

The grounding tools and strategies in this space give you a practical, hands-on way to cope with difficult thoughts and emotions and regain a sense of control. Paying attention to your senses like touch, sight, sound, taste, or smell and redirecting your attention back to the present moment can help give you a more mindful and relaxed mental state. 

While you're here, find what works for you. Explore the digital tools on this page or move around the room however feels most comfortable.

Tools On This Page:

Give Yourself Room to Breathe

Having time and mental space to navigate challenges, make decisions, and recover from stressful situations is essential to your mental health and wellbeing. Breathe deeply, regroup, and gather your thoughts about how you’d like to move forward. 

Unwind Your Mind With This Brief Meditation

How to Calm Your Mind with Meditation:

  • begin with deep breathing
  • bring your awareness to your body
  • notice sensations in your body without labeling them
  • refocus your attention on body and breathing if your mind wanders
  • reorient to the room when you're ready

Move through Difficult Emotions with Yoga for Relaxation

How to Relax with Yoga:

  • use slow, controlled breathing
  • explore breathing in sync with your movements
  • stretch tense muscles to allow them to relax
  • observe the connection of your mind, body, and emotions
  • acknowledge pent-up emotions and allow them to move with your body

Connect With Nature

Time in nature replenishes the mind and body. It doesn't need to be complicated to be effective. Even brief nature videos can boost wellbeing.

 

Soothe With Sound

Focusing on sounds like music, nature soundscapes, or ambient noise can help create a calm environment that reduces stress.

 

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Create Your Comfort Zone

To create a wellness space of your own, select an area of your living space or even a container you like where you can keep comforting items. Fill that space with anything that brings you comfort and a sense of calm.

Here are a few ideas to try  

  • stress balls
  • coloring supplies
  • fidget toys
  • kinetic sand or soothing dough
  • affirmation cards
  • a soft blanket 
  • a smooth stone or other sensory items
  • a list of supportive people you can call
  • journaling supplies
  • simple games or brainteasers
     

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