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Guide to Thrive

A comprehensive six-part CAPS series tailored for students committed to fostering mental well-being alongside academic excellence. Led by Caroline Moore, LISW-CP, this series equips participants with essential tools to enhance academic achievement while prioritizing personal well-being, thus cultivating a campus culture that values mental health.

Explore practical strategies to conquer test anxiety, attain work-life balance, and prevent burnout in easy-to-implement steps. Join us as we empower you to thrive academically while nurturing your mental health.

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Part 1

Time management

Discover the essential ‘big three’ principles of effective time management—goal setting, prioritization, and strategic breaks through the Pomodoro technique.

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Part 2

Student well-being

Explore the pillars of student well-being: maintaining physical activity, fostering resilience, and achieving emotional balance in your daily life.

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Part 3

Academic execution

Dive into academic execution essentials: boosting focus, enhancing self-efficacy, and cultivating adaptive thinking for optimal performance.

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Part 4

Work-life balance

Uncover the keys to work/life balance: setting boundaries, nurturing social connections, and embracing mindfulness for a balanced lifestyle.

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Part 5

Test anxiety

Address test anxiety head-on with strategies like deep breathing, cognitive reframing, and enhancing social connections with supportive groups.

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Burnout prevention

Explore burnout prevention strategies: mastering boundary setting, mindfulness practice, and fostering academic adaptability.

Contact Counseling & Psychological Services

MSC 980
30 Bee St, Fl 1, Ste 101
Charleston, SC 29425-8910

Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Provider Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Phone: 843-792-4930
Fax: 843-792-2535

Email: caps@musc.edu

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