YorkU Libraries are celebrating Winter Well-Being Week with engaging activities and resources to help our community feel supported, empowered and connected. From Zen Zones to Affirmation Walls, there is something for everyone - take time to relax, share positivity and prioritize your well-being.
Take a moment to unwind in The Zen Zone, designed to help you de-stress and recharge during busy study days. Sink into comfy seating, enjoy the calming atmosphere with soft music and plants, and give yourself a well-deserved break.
Markham Campus Library, Viz Lab
Scott Library, 1st fl Screening Room
Tues. Mar 3, 10am-5pm
Tackle assignments, prep for exams, and share resources with peers in the Study Session. Enjoy a quiet, comfortable setting with relaxing music and refreshments. Stay motivated with the Library Student Success Mentors.
Scott Library, Rm 503
Wed. Mar. 4, 11am-4pm
Introvert-Friendly Reading Hour. Like the idea of meeting people but not the pressure of conversation? Sit together, read separately. Bring any book and leave the small talk behind. Refreshments provided, hosted by the Library Mentors.
Markham Campus Library, Rm 3016
Wed. Mar. 4, 4:30pm-5:30pm
Come make buttons that boost your mood! Add your own positive message and design something you’ll be proud to wear or share.
Scott Library, Atrium
Thurs. Mar 5, 2pm-4pm
Do yourself a favour! Check out one of our wellness and self-help books online and on display!
Shelf-Care Online Collection
Steacie Library
All week during Library open hours
Libérez-vous du stress en prenant un moment de réflexion simple. Écrivez un souci et laissez-le derrière vous. Parfois, la première étape pour se sentir mieux, c'est de libérer nos soucis sur papier.
Let go of stress in a simple, reflective moment. Write down a worry and leave it behind—sometimes releasing it on paper is the first step to feeling better.
Bibliothèque Frost/Frost Library
All week during Library opening hours
Add some color, creativity, and kindness to your day! Decorate an envelope, write an inspiring note—then pass it on to make someone else’s day a little brighter.
Bronfman, Frost, Markham, Scott & Steacie Libraries
All week during Library opening hours
Pause. Reflect. Recharge. Share a note of kindness, encouragement, and positivity! An interactive space featuring vibrant sticky notes where you can write and share positive messages, words of encouragement, and personal affirmations.
Steacie Library
All week during Library opening hours