Implementing small changes can help boost overall well-being

Implementing change to boost well-being is January’s featured topic from SupportLinc, which provides behavioral health services for Purdue’s West Lafayette campus.

As the new year moves forward, some might find themselves feeling disappointed about New Year’s resolutions. However, the focus of SupportLinc’s feature article is to let individuals know that self-improvement can begin with the smallest of changes. And those small changes can improve well-being.

The feature includes a short flash course titled “Change is Constant” as well as five tips to start your wellness journey. They are:

1. Drink more water
2. Set a goal for each day
3. Step outside
4. Write one affirmation each day
5. Smile

The article and flash course can be found here. Go to the SupportLinc website to login or create an account if needed. Information on SupportLinc is available here.  

Additionally, Calm Sage’s 51 Self-Improvement Tips to Change Your Life article shares more ways to boost well-being, including: 

• Be intentional
• Build a positive circle
• Evaluate
• Learn something new
• Make a plan

Remember, the path to well-being can be built upon small changes. Get more tips and help with making those small changes by scheduling an appointment with a Purdue health coach. Health coaches are available to meet with benefits-eligible employees from all campuses in-person or via phone.

Call 765-494-0111 to schedule with Cheryl Laszynski (WL), Whitney Soto (WL) or Felicia Warfield (PNW) and 260-481-6651 to schedule with Lindsay Bloom (PFW).

ADDITIONAL MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES

To assist faculty and staff

Faculty and staff can review the Mental Health Resources webpage for a variety of available resources, which also support the behavioral health pillar of the Healthy Boiler Program, and information on Purdue’s health plan coverage for mental health and substance abuse. 

To assist students

Faculty and staff who work with students or have a student at home can direct them to the resources below for behavioral health assistance. Note: United Healthcare Student Resources (UHCSR) — medical plan provider for students and graduate students — offers 292 unique mental health providers serving at various locations that are in-network with UHCSR within Tippecanoe County. The list is available here. Additionally, students have access to HealthiestYou, which provides virtual access to mental health care as part of UHCSR’s plan. All services are free for students covered under the UHCSR insurance plan.   

Office of the Dean of Students

• Continuous Network of Support
• Services and Information
• Presentations & Trainings
• Student of Concern Reporting Link

Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS)

• Therapy Services at CAPS
• Self-help Resources
• Group Therapy
• CAPS YouTube channel
• NAMI On Campus – a free, virtual support group on campus
• Thriving Campus – service that provides students a way to search for mental health providers in many areas, locally and across the country
• WellTrack – interactive, self-help therapy app for students