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RACHEL TSAO Editor in Chief
HANNAH CHEW Digital Media Director
The term “mental health� is too often strictly associated with established conditions like depression, but it is in fact interweaved within many aspects of our lives. Our mental state can be affected by nearly everything we do, whether it be frantically cramming for an exam or wrapping ourselves in a cozy blanket while reading our favorite book. With our new zine, we hope to honor the unique voices of college students by sharing and bringing their most intimate and vulnerable stories to life through a collection of photos and words. By illustrating the diverse ways in which mental health manifests in our day-today lives, we aim to empower our readers to destigmatize this topic. We are so proud to present to you From Within, the first photography zine by UCLA Total Wellness. With love, Rachel, Hannah, and Kristy
KRISTY LIN Digital Media Director
“I have mixed anxiety–depressive disorder (MADD), so I display symptoms of anxiety and depression. I participate in guided breathing at the Botanical or Sculpture garden and it really helps me. Lastly, remember you are not alone. Be patient and let others help you because it really takes a village to get through it.”
TO BE
ANXIOUS... CREATED BY: ELEANOR PAE
“Sometimes I struggle to get out of bed, even to take a sip of water. The only feeling my body musters is this small ball of anxiety. It’s hardly debilitating, but all I can do is lay in bed feeling empty with nothing but my thoughts. I only hope that one day I’ll be enough for myself.”
“When I was younger, I had social anxiety and would shut down before I had a class presentation. I overcame my anxiety and learned how to be confident and love myself in the process.”
D: aPICTURE part ADHD THEADH FULL of me CREATED BY: HANNAH CHEW
Because my ADHD, it feels like “ADHD is of like having a party inside your head where loud and happening allthan at once (to myeverything brain isis so wired differently the point where) you can’t ignore anything. It’s a everyone else. ADHD is typically synesthetic experience because you feel and think so many different things atand the same almost like a linked to anxiety, I’mtime, having frenzy.” anconstant anxiety attack, my brain is rac- Kira Nguyen ing so fast that my body cannotc/o 2023 keep up. However, art and poetry strings all my thoughts together when words can’t.
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“I have both ADHD and anxiety, and when I’m having an anxiety attack, my brain races so fast that my body cannot keep up. However, art and poetry string all my thoughts together when speech can’t.”
“Planning makes me feel more grounded and calm as I know what I have going on.” - Jess Zeng c/o 2020
WORDS MATTER CREATED BY: NICOLE LEE
“Journalling helps me cope emotionally as it is a safe space for me to express myself.�
MANAGING STRESS WITH EXERCISE
on water and land CREATED BY: MELISSA BU
“Dragon boat allows me to [release] my stress from
college life. I often find myself gliding through life and feeling alive on the water with my teammates.”
- Zhiyong Xie c/o 2020
“Running is my way to explore the world, push my
limits, take a much needed break in my day, and let my mind wander wherever it desires.�
- Anisha Chandra
c/o 2023
BODYMIND HOW MENTAL AND PHYSICAL PROCESSES GIVE RISE TO EACH OTHER CREATED BY: BY KRISTY LIN
When myex-partner’s ex-partner’s behavior When my of behavior stalking, of emotional abuse and stalking, emotional threats, and sexual healthhealth issues abuse and threats, and sexual all issues converged, I fell into a deep all converged; I fell into a depressivedeep period. depressive period.
The convergence of mental and physical trauma along with the inequitable powers of the medical system, academia, and legal institution have lasting impacts on my bodymind. - Samar Saif c/o 2020
Through this Through this work, work,
I am sharing sharing my mytruth, truth,
voice. dialogue, and voice.
self-esteem CREATED BY: ZHIYONG XIE
I S T I L L H AV E M Y LO W M O M E N T S B U T TA K I N G C A R E O F M Y E M OT I O N S A N D P H Y S I C A L H E A LT H H A S M A D E M Y AT T I T U D E T O WA R D S L I F E A LOT M O R E P O S I T I V E . B U I L D I N G YO U R S E L FE S T E E M I S V E RY M U C H A J O U R N E Y, B U T I S T R O N G LY B E L I E V E T H AT T H E R E I S A LWAY S A L I G H T AT T H E E N D O F THE TUNNEL.
I STRUGGLED WITH LO W S E L F- E S T E E M B E C A U S E I WA S A LWAY S C O M PA R I N G M Y L I F E T O OT H E R P E O P L E ’ S HIGHLIGHT REELS. BUT ONCE I LEARNED T O LO O K B E YO N D THE ‘PERFECT’ LIVES P O RT R AY E D O N S O C I A L M E D I A , I WA S A B L E T O F O C U S O N LOV I N G M Y S E L F.
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I’VE STRUGGLED WITH BODY IMAGE ISSUES SINCE I WAS LITTLE... HOWEVER, SOMETHING THAT EMPOWERS ME TO LOVE MYSELF IS PRACTICING PILATES AND BARRE. - Jenna Hajny c/o 2023
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lEARNING TO LOVE YOUR body CREATED BY: BELLA HUNG
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IT IS HARD TO LEARN TO APPRECIATE YOUR BODY WHILE STILL ENJOYING FOOD. OFTEN TIMES, FREQUENT EXERCISE AND OBSESSIVE CALORIE COUNTING COME ABOUT IN THE PROCESS.
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BODY EXPECTATIONS SURROUNDING
the life of a foodie CREATED BY: BY: RACHEL LEE
As a “foodie,’’ I spend an immense amount of time scrolling through my Instagram feed looking at food posts and connecting with fellow food photographers. While the “foodie” culture is typically inclusive, it seems that there’s a consciousness of body image that is inevitably linked to it. There’s a certain perception that “foodies” have a gluttonous appetite and thus, lead relatively unhealthy lives when it comes to their diet. This negativity surrounding body image truly spoils the community’s supportive culture. Body shaming individuals for a love of food is as unhealthy as it seems, often leading to a mentality that doesn’t promote an unconditional love of the body. Ultimately, it’s important to reaffirm a sense of body positivity within the “foodie” culture before we find ourselves embarking on an irreversible path of negativity.
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Resilience in the Student Experience (RISE)
RISE@caps.ucla.edu Classes, trainings, and self-directed resources to foster and support resilience, connection, and well-being.
(800) 273-TALK (8255) Confidential hotline for people thinking about suicide or experiencing a crisis.
(310) 889-7200 NAMI Westside Los Angeles offers support groups, classes, and referrals.
Campus Assault, Resources, & Education (CARE) (310) 206-2465 Confidential services for survivors of sexual assault, dating and domestic violence, and stalking.
LiveHealth
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WAZO Connect
www.wazoconnect.com Meditation workshops and one-on-one mentorship about self-expression and self-care.
Screening and Treatment for Anxiety and Depression (STAND)
www.depression.semel.ucla. edu/stand_mht Track your mental health and receive immediate mental health help if needed.
Resilience Peer Network (RPN)
www.resilience.ucla.edu/ resilience_peer_network UCLA students are trained in active listening and provide motivational support for stress, depression, and anxiety.
GRIT Peer Coaching
www.LiveHealthOnline.com One-on-one support with peer coaches about mindfulness, goal setting, and stress management.
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www.peerwell.ucla.edu Peer counseling offer private and confidential one-on-one sessions for those seeking a listener.
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Total Wellness is a division of the UCLA Student Wellness Commission (SWC), dedicated to spreading awareness of and sharing knowledge on student health issues through a digital media platform and print publications. Digital Media Team: Bella Hung, Eleanor Pae, Hannah Chew, Zhiyong Xie, Kristy Lin, Melissa Bu, Nicole Lee, Rachel Lee, Rachel Tsao, Vaibhav Aggarwal Check out our website!
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