Hey everyone! I hope you all enjoyed a refreshing Spring Break because we\u2019re back and ready to dive into the rest of the semester. The weather is looking absolutely beautiful, which is perfect for enjoying some outdoor time. Be sure to check out your War Hawk Week Ahead Newsletter for details on exciting events coming up\u2014there\u2019s something for everyone!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
With exams just around the corner, it\u2019s crucial to prioritize your mental health and well-being this semester. We have only 52 days left until the term wraps up (weekends included), so let\u2019s commit to taking care of ourselves during this busy time. I know that balancing schoolwork, family obligations, and daily life can sometimes feel overwhelming. One effective way to clear your mind is by tidying up your physical space, whether that\u2019s your bedroom, car, or even your digital life\u2014such as decluttering your phone. A clean environment can work wonders for your focus and mood. Make an effort to distance yourself from any negativity in your life. It’s completely okay to take intentional breaks when you need them. Spend some time alone, listen to your favorite music, or binge-watch that series you’ve been meaning to catch up on. If you have a hobby that you haven’t engaged with in a while, now is the perfect moment to revisit it and do something that brings you joy. Remember, you\u2019ve got this, and it\u2019s important to find what makes you feel fulfilled.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Also, if you find yourself needing extra support or someone to talk to, don\u2019t hesitate to reach out. You can always email your success coach or a counselor. Remember that these resources are free for McMurry students and faculty. Please make use of them to keep yourself mentally and emotionally healthy during this semester. I\u2019ll link the webpage for counseling here<\/a>. Let\u2019s finish strong! Be safe, fellow War Hawks!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Hey everyone! I hope you all enjoyed a refreshing Spring Break because we\u2019re back and ready to dive into the rest of the semester. The weather is looking absolutely beautiful, […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":21,"featured_media":1295,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[48],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1294","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-issue-38","clearfix"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/blogs.mcm.edu\/herald\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/CleanyourMindarticlephoto.jpg","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.mcm.edu\/herald\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1294","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.mcm.edu\/herald\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.mcm.edu\/herald\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.mcm.edu\/herald\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/21"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.mcm.edu\/herald\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1294"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.mcm.edu\/herald\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1294\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1296,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.mcm.edu\/herald\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1294\/revisions\/1296"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.mcm.edu\/herald\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1295"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.mcm.edu\/herald\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1294"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.mcm.edu\/herald\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1294"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.mcm.edu\/herald\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1294"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}