December: Give

Each month of the academic year, we will focus on how to make the Five Ways to Wellbeing relevant and achievable in your life as a student, and we will address the things that get in the way of us achieving the five ways.

This December, we are focusing on Give , as acts of generosity and kindness can improve our wellbeing. The act of giving may be different for different people. As a student, you may not be able to give money to a charity or to a cause that you support. Instead, you may choose to give your time by taking on a volunteering role alongside your studies. But "give" can involve smaller acts of kindness which can make a huge difference to someone. You could offer to help someone with a task they have been finding difficult, cook dinner for a friend, spend your time talking to friends or family who have been feeling isolated, or give someone a compliment.

We have developed a Wellbeing Calendar for the month to give you little reminders about how to give to yourself and others. Download the calendar below, and follow along!