Thriving and learning in action: Are you permalicious and top five learning strategies - In-person

This interactive, informative, and practical workshop focuses on strategies to thrive.

Participants will be introduced to the PERMA model that promotes positivity within each of us. You will learn ways to build daily practices of resilience and maintain balance using the principles of positive psychology. This workshop will give you the tools to bounce back after things go wrong. Learn the fundamentals of active learning to improve your studies. Together we will explore our top five learning strategies for success!

About Thriving and Learning in Action

Thriving and Learning in Action is a program like no other - it brings mental health, wellbeing, equity, and learning strategies together in a unique intervention that will help students feel more hopeful, resilient, and successful. Combining elements of positive psychology (e.g. building motivation, optimism, resilience, grit) and learning strategies (e.g. time management, effective studying and note taking), this program aims to provide students with skills to help them thrive, academically and personally. 

Thriving & Learning in Action will be offered as a flexible 5-part series, where students will learn new ways, approaches, and skills to build motivation, optimism, and resilience, along with learning strategy essentials like time management and effective studying. 

These thriving and learning skills will help you to manage your stress, reduce procrastination, and become a successful learner. 

• February 6, 2024: Are you permalicious? and top five learning strategies
• February 13, 2024: Self-care resiliency plan and time management
• February 20, 2024: Character strengths and note-taking
• March 5, 2024: Mindfulness and strategic test-taking
• March 12, 2024: Social connection and thriving in group work 

Thriving & Learning in Action is based on the successful Thriving in Action (TiA) program developed by Dr. Diana Brecher and Dr. Deena Kara Shaffer at Toronto Metropolitain University. In collaboration with Campus Wellness & Support Services and the Student Success Centre, TiA has been adapted for our students at Concordia through Thriving & Learning in Action. 

Facilitators: Courtney MacDonald, Learning Specialist & Jewel Perlin, PhD, Psychologist