Stress Less, Go Outside: Your Secret Weapon for School Success

Feeling stressed about tests, friendship drama, or just overwhelmed by everything on your plate? Discover how spending just a few minutes outside can become your superpower for managing stress, improving your relationships, and boosting focus. Dr. Sabine Huemer, an environmental psychologist who runs the Nature Engagement Studies (NEST) Lab at Oregon State University, will share simple, science-backed techniques that take less time than scrolling social media but can transform how you feel throughout your day. Learn playful mindfulness activities you can do on your walk to school, during lunch, or before a difficult conversation that can significantly improve your mood, concentration, and ability to handle whatever the school day throws at you, from tough exams to tricky social situations. Walk away with practical tools you can use when you need it most.