Time to breathe

Maxi Wilde
1 day ago
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Updated: 3 hours ago

Studying and working are a constant balancing act: exams, deadlines, expectations, social commitments and mental well-being all interact at the same time. Most of the time, this works well. But in stressful moments, the body may suddenly switch into alarm mode: the heart races, the mind goes blank, and the ability to act is reduced. Stress responses take over precisely when clarity and focus are needed most.

The good news:You can learn to regulate your nervous system intentionally and regain your ability to act. Not through simple self-soothing, but through effective, body-based techniques that are also used in sports, crisis intervention and high-performance settings.

What to expect in Time to Breathe

Time to Breathe is part of a resilience series and is open to for students and PhD candidates.The session is held bilingually (German and English), allowing everyone to participate comfortably in their preferred language.

You will learn, among other things:

how to use your body intentionally to reduce stress and regain focus
how to better regulate exam pressure, mental blocks and inner restlessness
how to train your nervous system to stay calm and clear, even in challenging situations

Format and structure

Duration: 60 minutes

30 minutes “Switch off” (arriving, unwinding, breathing and awareness exercises)
short break
30 minutes “Tools” (practical exercises for study, work and everyday life)
As the session takes place in an open area of the library, a shared start and staying for the duration of the session help maintain a calm and supportive atmosphere.

Time: Tuesdays, 1:15–2:15 pm

Location: Raum UBH 0211, im Hörsaalzentrum