Mental health

Mindfulness

References to “deceleration” and “mindfulness” seem to pop up everywhere nowadays. You can find such buzzwords in magazines like “flow” and “happinez”, or sporting goods stores with bright price tags and special deals on yoga mats. But what exactly does the promising term “mindfulness” really mean? The WDR podcast titled "Self-Care – Just Hip or Scientifically Supported?" [de] offers an initial answer. The University Sports programme in Münster offers a number of courses on health and relaxation.

Everyday@home

Many students at the University of Münster have to deal with longer phases of working at home. Obviously, maintaining social contacts and adjusting to changes to one’s daily routines at home can be a challenge, along with the worries and stressful situations that come with it. We offer practical tips and suggestions that can help you maintain and strengthen your mental health during longer phases of working alone at home.

Psychological help with everyday life in times of crisis

In view of the numerous crises and environmental disasters facing our world today, many people are feeling concerned and fearful – and that is completely understandable. The challenges are so great and have such an immediate impact on our lives that it’s difficult to put distance between them and us. We become insecure and worried. But before these worries gain the upper hand, it’s important to develop strategies to overcome them. The Psychological Counselling Office at the Student Advice and Counselling Centre (ZSB) is your first point of contact.

How do I fight procrastination?

There are a number of reasons why it can be hard sometimes to continue well-established learning habits, visit those favourite places to revise and maintain one’s motivation for learning. These factors can all promote tendencies to procrastinate. The Procrastination Outpatient Clinic of the University of Münster offers one-to-one coaching and group training courses, and initial support by phone usually comes within a week after seeking contact

Find help

Stressful situations can give rise to serious psychological problems if left unaddressed. For instance, if you often feel sad, depressed, worried and fearful, advice from a professional counsellor can be very helpful.

The Student Advice and Counselling Centre (ZSB) offers students various group sessions and workshops [de] on academic organisation, e.g. on how to cope with exam anxiety, apply learning strategies, and gain self-confidence and satisfaction in life. The University of Münster also offers free psychological counselling in one-on-one meetings and self-help groups to help you with study-related problems. As a rule, students receive an appointment for an initial consultation within two weeks.

Another low-threshold service is the Nightline Münster [de], a listening phone service operated by students for students.