From stress to self-care: The radical history and practice of self-care with a special focus on racialized and Indigenous communities, part I - Online

This event is part of Wellness Week! Find the full schedule of activities.

Have you ever found it hard to manage self-care when juggling classes, exams, family, friends, and work? Do you ever experience issues taking care of yourself because self-care was not promoted or discussed in your culture or community? Do you feel misunderstood or guilty when you attempt to set boundaries related to self-care?

Whether you are a racialized or non-racialized person, this workshop will allow you to better understand how and why we coined the term self-care. In recognition of Truth and Reconciliation Day, we will also honor current issues within Indigenous communities, as well as Indigenous knowledge and sacred ways of practicing radical self-care to maintain community, connection and solidarity.

Learning Objectives: 

• Understanding the benefits of implementing a daily self-care practice
• Understanding the radical history of self-care and why it is crucial for racialized communities
• Gaining knowledge about the cultural implications of self-care in Indigenous communities 
• Reflecting on current challenges, knowledges and how to honor sacred practices in Indigenous communities 

Facilitators: Myrlie Marcelin, Nmesoma Umenwofor-Nweze, Killaq Enuaraq-Strauss