It’s important to balance studying with taking good care of yourself, whether that’s finding the time to make healthy meals, take some exercise, or just have a laugh at a television comedy programme. On this page you’ll find resources that will help you get that balance right.
Life and study balance
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The Library Wellbeing Zone is on Level 1 of the Headington Library. It's a place to take a break and relax, complete with colouring books, a jigsaw and the Wellbeing Book Collection, which has a wide range of books to help you manage life at university.
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Headington Library also has a Sensory Study Space, with bean bags, fidget objects, a dimmable lamp, a wobble cushion, and a yoga mat. The space is dimmed so it is not as bright compared to the rest of the library. The space will hold 1-2 students. Please book the space from the book a study room button on the library.
Harcourt Hill library also has a wellbeing space, and we hold wellbeing titles at our Swindon library. Remember, you can place a hold on any book and collect at the campus of your choice.
