Sadness is a somewhat common feeling when Valentine's Day rolls around, which can ruin the purpose of the holiday. Regardless of one's relationship status, NMU Wellbeing believes it is important to take...

Ah, midterms. I remember my first midterm, in PSY 100, which made me so anxious that I started studying for it two weeks in advance, a practice I still do to this day. I repeatedly looked over the study...

In the world of higher education, we are constantly encouraged to be productive and achieve our goals. While productivity is important, the idea of needing to constantly be productive and always on the...

Students can create their own self-care plan at the Build a Self-care Plan Skill Builder hosted by the Student Leader Fellowship Program this Thursday, Dec. 8 from 3 to 4 p.m. in TSB 2812 at the Northern...

Someone, likely a parent or counselor figure who has not been a college student in over 20 years, has probably given you some advice already about how to survive your undergraduate experience. This advice...

I bought a journal three weeks ago. Cognitive behavioral therapists often recommend journaling to help improve your mood by self identified problem solving. I haven't written in it yet. I’m not much of a handwritten person, I prefer typing and making to-do lists and notes on my phone and computer. But I also struggle with anxiety, which isn’t something I hide, in fact, I'm sure many people can tell after a few times meeting me. I don’t mind acknowledging it, it’s better than hiding it.