Mitchell Hamline students can access online study aids from both Aspen Publishing and LexisNexis!
You can access the digital libraries via the Canvas course Online Study Aids.
For assistance with either the LexisNexis Digital Study Aids Library or the Aspen Learning Library, please contact Sean Felhofer or the Reference Desk.
We hope digital access to some of your favorite study aids will help alleviate some of your studying stress.
If you are studying from home, the librarians are still here for you! Reference service and research consultations are available remotely. To reach your law librarians, you can contact us:
by phone: 651-290-6424
via e-mail:
reference@mitchellhamline.edu
We will be available to meet via Zoom upon request. Just send us an email to set up a time!
You can also chat with a Mitchell Hamline research librarian below during reference hours.
Movement helps physical and mental health. As little as 51 minutes a WEEK (only 7 minutes a day) can reduce stress and increase happiness. Even if you can’t commit to exercise, standing up every 30 minutes is great for your health.
Hitting the snooze for only 20 minutes can help relax and rejuvenate.
Try to wear bright colors like yellow or orange. These colors are associated with energy and optimism. Try it! It’ll give your mood a boost.
Start your day with a healthy routine. Drink a glass of water first thing in the morning (ok, then you can have coffee).
Try to have a healthy, balanced diet full of colorful, real foods (not just chips and candy). Healthy eating helps you feel more engaged, curious, creative, and fulfilled.
Limit “blue light” before bed – turn off electronics and try not to check texts or email. Blue light can trick your brain into thinking it is daytime. So, power down to increase your sleep quality and quantity.
Do something kind for someone else. Performing random acts of kindness activates your brain with “feel good” emotions.
In the morning and/or evening, take a minute and list things you are grateful for. Being grateful can have a profound effect on decreasing overall stress levels and help you sleep!
The only difference between a good day and a bad day is your attitude. Think positive – you got this!
Mindfulness can increate concentration, improve attention, decrease anxiety, and decrease stress. It doesn’t take long to be mindful and in the moment. Try the Mindfulness Five: Close your eyes. Breathe. Think of:
These short articles from Law School Toolbox give some handy advice: