Learn how to manage stress with useful, everyday techniques. Stress can become a chronic response that impacts who we are in subtle and substantial ways. Managing interpersonal circumstances, school, and other normal life pressures often proves challenging. The good news is that this workshop will teach you how to recognize the neurobiological triggers that sustain stress, practical ways to alter bad habits, and mindful approaches that help neutralize ineffective in-the-moment reactions.

Intensity Level: Mild intensity

• Multiple topics are covered at a steady pace, with in-class activities requiring some preparation. Some out-of-class work is required, and regular in-class participation is expected. Students will develop a moderate level of skill-building during the course.
   

Faciliated By: Fred Luskin, PhD, director, Stanford Forgiveness Project & Jessica Jacobson, PsyD

Details: 

When: Jan. 27, 29 & Feb. 3; Tues/Thurs/Tues; from 4-6pm

Open to enrolled graduate students at any stage in any discipline or degree program. Postdocs will be accepted if space is available, but priority is given to graduate students.

De-Stress and Learn to Live Mindfully is an in-person, three-part workshop. Session dates are Tuesday, January 27, Thursday, January 29, and Tuesday, February 3, 2026 from 4-6PM. Space is limited. Due to the workshop’s interactive format, full participation in all three sessions is required. Dinner will be served. 

If you are accepted to this workshop, you must confirm your place by submitting a Student Participation Fee Agreement, which authorizes VPGE to charge $50 to your Stanford bill – only if you do not fully participate in the event. You will receive a link to the Agreement and instructions if you are offered a place.

Application deadline: Tuesday, January 20th @11:59PM PT.

Apply here