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Listen each week as we have conversations about health and wellness

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Alcohol and Other Drugs

In this episode, our PAWs jump in on discussions surrounding alcohol and other drugs. Watch how our PAWs share their experiences trying to support others through alcohol/drug dependence, their advice for how to navigate tough situations, how to celebrate moments without the need for drugs and alcohol, and how to take care of their overall health.

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Prioritizing LGBTQ+ Health

Our PAWs show their PRIDE in this candid conversation about finding support systems and accessing gender-affirming care resources.

Fitness and Nutrition

Join our PAWs as they discuss their own food and fitness journeys and resources that support their wellness on campus.

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Love, Sex and Dating

We're talking about LSD... Love, Sex and Dating that is! Tune in as our Peer Ambassadors of Wellness talk about how they prioritize dating in college, their red and green flags, and so much more.

New Year, New PAWsibilities

We talk about what we're leaving behind from 2023 and what we're looking forward to in 2024.

End-of-Semester Survival

PAWs share their favorite end-of-semester survival tips for studying, staying on track, and snacking too!

Passion and Purpose

Learn from our PAWs' experiences finding and embracing their passion and purpose.

Imposter Syndrome

Imposter syndrome is real, but our PAWs are here to help share how they've overcome it.

Overcoming Challenges

Let's talk about the challenges we face and more importantly, how we overcome them!

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Championing Your Mental Health

Join a conversation about the juggling act of college life and how to prioritize your mental health.

Who's in Your Circle?

Who's in your circle and how can we expand that support system while at Fresno State?

With Boundaries Comes Balance

Setting boundaries isn't easy... but it does help to achieve balance!

Semester Kick-Off

Meet our Peer Ambassadors of Wellness for a "taste" of what to expect on this season of the PAWdcast.

Wellness On the Daily

Breaking wellness down to the small steps we can take as we start, end and respond to events throughout the day.

Mental Health and Identity

Learn how who we are and how we identify greatly influences our view on mental health and help-seeking.

Wellness as a Journey

Let's challenge some of the assumptions we have about wellness and shift our view to wellness as a journey

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A New View on Relationships

Take a new view on relationships and how to grow and develop them while you are at Fresno State

Addressing Health Disparities

Dive into health disparities in ethnic communities and ways you can create a positive change in your community.

Money

Hear how peers reduce expenses, save for "wants" and needs, and use campus resources to support their financial wellness.

Fitness and Nutrition

Peers discuss how they find time and motivation to eat healthy and move their body with the support of campus resources.

Coming Out

Let's talk about the experience of coming out and how allies can respond with compassion and support.

Senioritis

You've heard the expression "senioritis," now let's dive into how to combat it and resources to support the journey.

Sex

We're talking about sex, sex education, and all the things we didn't learn along the way.

Student Health and Counseling Center

Learn about medical, counseling and wellness services available to you at low or no-cost.

Wellness in Action

Explore the topic of wellness and how we can be intentional about making wellness a priority in our lives.

College Life

From the first day on campus to what happens in and out of the classroom... we're talking about navigating college life.

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Mental Health Access

Explore why we should all prioritize our mental health and know how to access services.

Movement

Let's change the way we talk about "exercise" to simply moving our bodies. Explore creative ways to do it and fit it in.

Finding Your Path

The path to your career isn't always linear. Hear about the bumps and turns in the road and tips to help you find your way.

Burnout Culture, Part I

Where did burnout culture come from, what to watch out for and what can burnout lead to.

Burnout Culture, Part II

The conversation continues with tips to prevent burnout and a special challenge from our PAWs.

Mental Health and Culture

Let's talk about mental health through the lens of culture and the many identities that make us who we are.

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Embracing Difficult Conversations

Difficult conversations are inevitable, but with the right tools they don't have to be quite so hard.

International Student Experience

From Malaysia to Fresno State. Hear first hand about the experiences of an international student and lessons learned.

Healthy Relationship with Food

Learn how the relationship we hold with food is just as important as what we put in our bodies.

Classroom Connections

Celebrating faculty who support you in and out of the classroom and how to build those connections.

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Gratitude

Learn more about the benefits of gratitude and ways you can reflect on, express and receive gratitude in your life.

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Self-Love

Show yourself a little love and fight against negative self-talk that can stop us from fully loving ourselves

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Therapy Unplugged

Everyone's experiences are unique, but this episode sheds light on individual experiences with therapy

Protect Your Dogs

We’re talking about the use of drugs and alcohol and some of the many ways we can protect our fellow bulldogs.

PAWsitively Social

Recognize when your daily social media scroll may be negatively impacting your mental health

Connections to Campus

Taking that first step to get connected on campus can be scary, but so rewarding to all aspects of our health and well-being

Stress Unplugged

We talk about what's causing us stress, how we know it and the crazy things we've said or done while stressed.

Sleep

Are you getting enough sleep? Let's talk healthy habits to help you get good quality sleep each night.

Graduation Unplugged

Explore all of the emotions associated with graduation and beyond

Virtual Learning

Surviving and thriving in our current virtual learning environment

Student Resources

Resources available at Fresno State to support you personally and academically

Self-Care

Self-care strategies, how to fit it in, and ways to get creative

Physical Activity

Physical activity: how much you need and how to fit it in and have fun

Relationships

How to build, maintain and improve all of the relationships in our lives

Balance

Create and maintain balance in school, work and personal responsibilities

Depression

How to recognize it and break the stigma of seeking help

Anxiety

Understanding and coping with anxiety and resources to help

Nutrition

Build a healthy diet and resources to help you maintain a nutritious lifestyle

Basic Needs

Explore the topic of basic needs resources for hunger and homelessness

Art and Mental Health

The intersection between art, mental health and our overall health and well-being

Stress

Tips and tools to help you stress less and resources to help you succeed

New Year, New You

Learn to set goals, keep the motivation alive, and add healthy habits to your routine

Academic Success

How to achieve it and maximize your higher education experience

Sexual Health

Let's talk about sex, sexual health, consent and taking charge of your body

Alone Together

What it means to be "alone together" and strategies for maintaining connections during the pandemic

Financial Aid for Food

Food, finances and resources to support your grocery budget with up to $204 a month

Campus Connections

Simple steps for starting conversations and making connections outside of the classroom

Mindfulness

Mindfulness, meditation, how to practice it and a practice you can try from yoru own home

Grief and Loss

How grief and loss may be more common than you think and resources to support the journey

Diversity

Together we explore our identities and embrace and celebrate our diversity

Survivor Advocacy

Meet our Survivor Advocate and learn to respond to a disclosure of sexual assault and/or dating/domestic violence

Career Readiness

Identify and build confidence in your career path and land your dream job interview

Communication

How communication supports wellness and why how we talk to ourselves is as important as how we talk to others

Leadership

How to lead with vulnerability, lean into your values, build trust and rise even after you fall

Study Smart

Learn techniques to support learning and memory so you can study smart for final exams