A time to spend with family, rekindle motivation, and a day to pause and meditate…
These are just a few of the reasons why Holy Cross College, the school with a heart implemented a ‘Wellness Break’ from October 29 to November 3 for Senior High School and College while November 1 to 5 for the Integrated Basic Education.
During the pandemic, students, teachers, and employees are forced to adapt to the new learning environment which may cause stress and anxiety among individuals. In today’s modern work and study place the pressure to cope with the new better normal is not easy. Thus, the school decided to give a wellness break.
According to studies, taking a break to relaxed and reboot can increase productivity and can promote a healthier workforce. This is also essential especially for students and employees who hurdled a lot of hours in front of a computer.
“Drop academic thing that you have, kung mayroon kayong hindi macomply na subject it is the time for you to take a break. Kasi ito ang panahon na binigay sa atin ni President Atty. Dennis C. Pangan para huminga,” the Program Head of BS Psychology, Shaira Regala said.
“It is a time for you to focus on yourself, to focus on your family, to focus on just being you kasi baka ang iba sa atin nawawala na sa landas right now,” she added.
Some students took a time off on their smartphones and computers to reconnect with family, friends, and classmates. It also became a time to reflect and sort inspiration to continue their endeavors during this crucial time.
Self-care was among the forgotten task to do during this pandemic according to a third-year student of Bachelor of Secondary Education Major in English. Jaria Mallari mentioned that giving time for oneself to understanding things in the environment is also essential.
“I had time to reconnect and meet with my friends. I also watched Reply 1988 – a Korean Drama series that I wanted to watch before and read a book entitled Wrinkle in Time. Most importantly, I finally had the time to meditate and organize my thoughts, especially during this challenging time,” Jaria Mallari said.
“The five-day break made me realize that it is very important to give yourself a break when the situation gets exhausting. Aside from physical rest, the wellness break allowed me to know myself better,” Mallari added.
After the wellness break, the students, teachers, and employees welcomed a new month full of exciting activities for the upcoming celebration for the 75th Founding Anniversary of the school, it’s Diamond Jubilee. To express gratitude towards everyone who supported the Holy Cross College, the school will live stream game shows, a film festival, stage play, and other fun activities to showcase the talents and wit of the whole Crucian community.