Digital Wellness Resources

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So Hum Meditation

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Calmness

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Episode 1: Resilience

In today’s episode join Caroline and Carson’s conversation about resilience: what is it, the various ways one can build resilience, and the relationship between self care and resilience.

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Episode 2: Consent and Communication

In this episode, listen to Caroline and Carson as they explain how communication and consent can enhance any relationship, especially during sex.

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Episode 3: Kinky Sex

Explore the fascinating world of kink with Emily and Liv as they seek out information on kinky sex from sexuality experts, people who practice kink, and mental health professionals.

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Episode 4: The Pleasure Gap

Dive into today’s episode on the pleasure gap where Maggie and Nick explore media’s representation of pleasure in our society, share their and their friends experience with the pleasure gap, our current sex education, and how we can be better sexual partners.

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Episode 5: Nature and Mental Health

In today’s episode, join Steph and Hannah as they discuss the benefits of nature with special guests Olivia Mays (she/her/hers) and Meg Smolinski (she/her/hers). Whether you are looking for a break from studies, a way to recharge after intense activism, or a way to ground yourself when the news gets overwhelming, connecting with nature can have helpful benefits for your mental health and overall wellbeing. Recorded during the COVID-19 pandemic, Steph and Hannah also specifically discuss what connecting with nature could look like at this unprecedented time.

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Episode 6: Minority Stress Theory

Join Hannah and Steph as they discuss Minority Stress Theory. Learn about the origin of theory, Hannah and Steph's own experiences as members of marginalized groups, and what MST means to them.

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Episode 7: Active Citizenship

On this episode, join Shayna and Lauren as they discuss their personal experiences as activists and active citizens. How do you get involved on campus and in broader society? Learn more this month!

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Episode 8: Difficult Conversations

Discover how to have difficult conversations with Maiu and Arielle as they prepare you for the upcoming holidays with family and old friends. Listen as they share their own stories to help you figure out how to navigate problematic language.

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Episode 9: Real Talk about Self Care (recorded live)

In this episode of "Any Questions?", Ashlyn and Daniela went LIVE on Facebook to share our own self care journeys, examine how influencer culture distorts our understanding of what self care actually looks like, and how to explore what self care strategies feel right for you!

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Episode 10: Swiping While Queer

In this episode of "Any Questions?", join Ashlyn and Daniela as we discuss the experience of using dating apps as a queer person.

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Episode 11: The Evolution of Body Image

Join Breannah and Leah as we unpack the true origins of the body image movement, discuss how body image movement has evolved over time, and explore how to move the body image conversation forward in a more inclusive and culturally informed way.

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Episode 12: Cannabis Harm Reduction

In this episode of "Any Questions", Breannah and Ashlyn dive into cannabis use - specifically, how those who choose to engage in cannabis use can use harm reduction strategies to reduce the risks associated with using cannabis. Join them to bust some myths, learn about laws and policies regulating cannabis use, learn some helpful safety tips, and discover the resources available to you at the Health Center for support!

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Episode 13: Disability Justice

In this episode of "Any Questions", Breannah and Ashlyn dive into cannabis use - specifically, how those who choose to engage in cannabis use can use harm reduction strategies to reduce the risks associated with using cannabis. Join them to bust some myths, learn about laws and policies regulating cannabis use, learn some helpful safety tips, and discover the resources available to you at the Health Center for support!

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Episode 14: STI's and Stigma

Sexually transmitted infections, also known as STIs, are prevalent among young adults - in fact, almost half of the total STI diagnoses in the United States were from people in the 15-24 age group!

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Episode 15: Prescription Stimulant Misuse

In this episode of the UHC Peer podcast, “Any Questions?”, Demi and Jerry dive into how prescription stimulant misuse (i.e. Adderall, Ritalin, Vyvanse) impacts students’ personal and academic wellness.

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Episode 16: Gender Affirming Health Services

In this episode, Demi (she/they) and Jerry (he/him) are joined by Luca Rodriguez (he/they) to discuss accessing gender affirming care at the University Health Center, along with other resources across campus to support transgender, nonbinary, and gender nonconforming students.The University Health Center is proud to be the second-ever college health center to receive the designation as a Healthcare Equality Leader by the Human Rights campaign, and remains committed to continual education and growth as the needs and desires of our student population shift over time.To learn more about gender affirming health services, as well as other services to support LGBTQ+ students at the University Health Center, visit health.umd.edu/gender