Wellness Wisdom Posts

Welcome to Wellness Wisdom! A bi-weekly blog on health and well-being topics, submitted by student Peer Health Educators from SHAW. Tune in every other Tuesday at 3 pm to read!

  • Overlooked but Important: Sexual Satisfaction
    A Vital Component of Sexual Health Sexual health is not just about avoiding illness and pregnancy; it's also about well-being and pleasure. Sexual satisfaction is a strong indicator of sexual health, relationship satisfaction, overall health and its impact on quality of life [i][ii][iii][iv]. It's a subjective experience that involves emotional and physical fulfillment from sexual …
  • Taking Care During High Stress Times
    With everything that’s going on, we tend to turn to social media for a break. At some point, social media turns into a constant reminder of the chaos in the world and starts to become overwhelming. It’s important to remember to take a break from the news occasionally and to take the time to practice self-care and process what’s going on in the world right now. Besides taking a social media or news break, …
  • Let’s Make Some SMART Goals!
    Whether you are working toward a lifelong dream or completing a small task for the week, SMART goals are an important tool for helping you achieve the life you desire. Although creating SMART goals can take time, they help build consistency and accountability, which are key components of personal growth. SMART goals can be applied …
  • Beating the Winter Blues and Understanding Seasonal Affective (SAD)
    As the winter season is officially in motion and the semester comes to an end, we may soon encounter feelings of unhappiness. It is important to recognize our feelings and address how we feel. This article is a brief overview of seasonal affective disorder (SAD) and the winter blues. The peer health educators and I …
  • Getting Active in Milwaukee – On and Off Campus
    Need to get out of your room? Are you feeling down, bored, in need of a distraction or a boost of energy? Whatever your reason is, we all have a reason to get up and get active. But figuring out where to start can be the hardest part. Provided below is a simple UWM student …
  • How To Make Home Away From Home
    Fall break is coming up, and that can mean many things, relief from the homework overload, a chance to reset before finals, or the comfort of going home. But sometimes, unexpected things come up, or not everyone is able to go home for a break.  It’s normal to feel disconnected, uncomfortable, or even frustrated if …
  • A Mindful Reflection on My Heritage 
    Last week marked the conclusion of Filipino American Heritage Month, and many in my social circles know that my Filipino culture is something that I am passionate about. All my life, I have been immersed in the community and while being so heavily involved in the Filipino Student Union here on campus, I was able …
  • The Fight Against Testing Anxiety
    Whether you have experienced testing anxiety your whole life or this is a new form of emotional distress in your life, testing anxiety can be eased and combated. Anxiety around testing is common, but it can take a toll on you and your body. It is best to remember it’s just a test/grade, and you …
  • Creepin’ It Real This Halloween
    Halloween is supposed to be fun. Through costumes, people can let their creativity take the center stage, and wear something that makes them feel empowered. However, some may see Halloween as an excuse to engage in unwanted behavior or make derogatory comments. Whether you celebrate Halloween by going out with friends, handing out candy, or …
  • Reaching Out for Help is Crucial! 
    Seeking support and communicating our needs is a significant part of taking care of our mental health. Numerous contents across social media, university programs, campus resources, and workshops can help to make us aware of all the signs and symptoms to our mental well-being.   The problems I faced when I didn't reach out.  In my …
  • The Final Year
    This is my final semester as an undergrad. Where do I start? My feelings are all over the place. On one hand, I'm excited to be closer to my degree and being done with this part of the journey. On the other hand, I'm afraid of what will happen after graduation. There are a few …
  • Welcome to UWM, International Students— You’ve Got This! 
    Congratulations and welcome to Milwaukee and to the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. If you are reading this, chances are that you have recently arrived and started to settle in. As a fellow international student, I want you to know how proud we are of you. Moving across the world to study is no small thing and …