Explore expert insights, tips, and perspectives from CAMPUSPEAK speakers on leadership, wellness, diversity, and more.

Category: Mental Health Clear

Jen Aks

Bodyset for the Next Generation: What You Need Beyond Your Degree

Categorized: Emotional Intelligence, Health & Wellness, Leadership, Mental Health, Stress Management

  You might be feeling like you’re doing everything right. Showing up to class on time. Hitting the deadlines. Building…

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Dr. Lauren Cook

3 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Setting a 2026 Goal

Categorized: Health & Wellness, Mental Health, Motivation & Inspiration, Personal Growth

3 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Setting a 2026 Goal We are officially through January. For some, the initial “New…

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Judson Kauffman

Men and Masculinity: The Next Generation

Categorized: Leadership, Masculinity, Mental Health, Personal Growth, Resilience

Evolving Masculinity on Campus As National Masculinity Week approaches, universities can equip young men with tools for authentic growth. I’m…

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Noel Quiñones

What We Owe Each Other: The Science of Story and the Epidemic of Loneliness

Categorized: Belonging, Communication, Community Building, Depression, Health & Wellness, Mental Health, Values

In an age when we’re more “connected” than ever, it’s startling how many people feel utterly alone. We cancel plans…

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Stephanie Simpson

Running into Resilience

Categorized: Career Development, Emotional Intelligence, Health & Wellness, Leadership, Mental Health, Motivation & Inspiration, Organizational Development, Personal Growth, Relationships, Resilience, Self-Esteem, Stress Management

We all go through seasons where things feel a little heavier. Sometimes they’re filled with transition, grief, uncertainty, or just…

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Aaron Wilson

Why Giving Yourself Grace is the Ultimate Power-Up!

Categorized: Authenticity, Belonging, Campus Life, Character Development, First Year Experience, Health & Wellness, Leadership, Mental Health, Motivation & Inspiration, Personal Growth, Self-Esteem

Aaron “The Uplifter” here, and you know, my mission is all about helping you overcome insecurities and achieve your goals.…

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Jared Sampson

From Silence to Strength: The Journey of Finding Your Voice

Categorized: Authenticity, Belonging, Communication, Community Building, Mental Health, Personal Growth, Relationships, Resilience, Self-Esteem

Some stories begin with triumph. Others begin with survival. For Jared Sampson, the journey began in a small town in…

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Linnita Hosten

How Core Values Can Transform Campus Conflict into Growth Opportunities

Categorized: Authenticity, Campus Life, Communication, Confrontation Skills, Emotional Intelligence, Mental Health, Personal Growth, Relationships, Values

Conflict on campus is inevitable. Whether it’s between roommates, within student organizations, or in the classroom, disagreements arise in every…

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Tianna Faye Soto

Presence Over Perfection: Redefining Success in Student Life

Categorized: Authenticity, Belonging, Campus Life, Health & Wellness, Leadership, Mental Health, Organizational Success, Self-Esteem, Stress Management

In today’s fast-paced campus culture, students are constantly juggling resumes, GPAs, internships, leadership roles, and social expectations. The pressure to…

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Jen Manly

Five Steps to Building a Better To Do List

Categorized: Academic Success, Career Development, Career Planning, College Completion, Faculty & Staff Training, First Year Experience, Mental Health, Personal Growth

One thing that’s true for college students is that they’re juggling a lot: they’re taking 3-5 classes (or more!) at…

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Health & Wellness

Categorized: Addiction, Alcohol & Other Drugs, Body Image, Campus Life, Depression, Drinking & Driving, Health & Wellness, HIV & AIDS, Mental Health, Self-Esteem, Sexual Violence Prevention, Stress Management, Suicide Prevention, Title IX, Violence Prevention

Inquire About Booking a Speaker CAMPUSPEAK addresses Health and Wellness topics such as Alcohol & Other Drugs, Body Image/Eating Disorders,…

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Jen Manly

Navigating and Preventing Burnout: Strategies for Sustainable Passion

Categorized: Fraternity & Sorority Life, Health & Wellness, Leadership, Mental Health, Personal Growth, Stress Management

The first time I knew I was burnt out, I was a senior in college. After two demanding weeks leading…

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Dr. Lauren Cook

When We’re in the Wake of Collective Trauma

Categorized: Community Building, Emotional Intelligence, Health & Wellness, Mental Health, Motivation & Inspiration, Resilience, Stress Management

It seems like every day I hear of another person who lost their homes in the LA County fires. You…

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Lorin Phillips

Regroup and Recommit: Mantras for Healthy Living

Categorized: Mental Health, Personal Growth

As the end of the fall approaches, the pressure can feel relentless. Exams, papers, and deadlines pile up, and it…

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Shift Your Mindset & Thrive

Categorized: Mental Health

Ahh! I’m so stressed out! How is it just the start of the semester and I’m already feeling overwhelmed and…

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CAMPUSPEAK’s Top Speakers on Preventing Burnout

Categorized: Academic Success, Mental Health, Stress Management

Preventing burnout in students is crucial for their overall well-being and academic success. By addressing and managing stress, students can…

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Tianna Faye Soto

Why Your Presence Matters More Than Perfection

Categorized: Mental Health

My name is Tianna Faye Soto and I am a Puerto Rican, Jamaican-Chinese keynote speaker based in New York City.…

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Mental Health Awareness Months, Weeks, & Days

Categorized: Mental Health

At CAMPUSPEAK, we understand the vital role that mental health programming plays in students’ overall well-being and success. Numerous studies…

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Rich Bracken

How to Succeed in the 2nd Half of the Year

Categorized: Academic Success, Career Planning, Emotional Intelligence, Mental Health, Motivation & Inspiration, Personal Growth, Relationships, Stress Management

Ok, so your New Year’s Resolution fizzled out in…….February. No worries at all because today is the day you make…

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Dr. Lauren Cook

The Five Apology Languages

Categorized: Character Development, Communication, Confrontation Skills, Emotional Intelligence, Health & Wellness, Mental Health, Personal Growth, Relationships

Many of us have heard of The Five Love Languages (and if you haven’t—no worries!) A quick review: there’s Words…

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Most Impactful Mental Health Speakers

Categorized: Mental Health

Mental Health Awareness Month began in the United States in 1949. It is observed in May each year and was…

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How To Avoid Burnout

Categorized: Mental Health

Sorry to be the bearer of bad news. You can’t avoid burnout. In today’s fast-paced world, the concept of burnout…

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Coming Home to Yourself

Categorized: Mental Health

In the hustle and bustle of college, it’s easy to lose touch with who you are. But remember, “there is…

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Dr. Lauren Cook

How To Not Let Social Anxiety Stop You

Categorized: Mental Health

If you’re low key trembling as you get ready for this semester, you’re not alone. As a therapist that works…

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Tianna Faye Soto

6 Signs You May Be Experiencing “Duck Syndrome” Right Now

Categorized: Health & Wellness, Mental Health

Do you ever feel like you’re drowning in obligations and can barely stay afloat? Or like you can’t keep up…

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Dr. Lauren Cook

The Biggest Mental Health Ailment Plaguing College Campuses

Categorized: Mental Health

An interesting phenomenon has emerged since the pandemic… It’s been taking campuses by storm and it’s happening in just about…

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Dr. Lauren Cook

When Anxiety is Getting the Better of You

Categorized: Mental Health

Many of us are no stranger to anxiety. It’s all too easy to live our lives in fear because we’re…

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Dr. Lauren Cook

When Re-Entry Anxiety is Getting to You

Categorized: Mental Health

If you’ve been feeling more jittery about re-engaging after the pandemic, you’re not alone. There’s actually a “fancy psychological term”…

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Shame is One Hell of an Emotion

Categorized: Mental Health

Shame is one hell of an emotion — the sinking feeling in your stomach, nausea, the shortness of breath. If…

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Brittany Piper

Why I Didn’t Fight Back: A Survivor’s Perspective

Categorized: Mental Health, Sexual Violence Prevention, Violence Prevention

By: Brittany Piper “Why can’t you remember? Your story doesn’t make sense. Why didn’t you fight back? Weren’t you drinking?…

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Chris Butsch

Live your best college life with M.E.S.H. in 2023

Categorized: Mental Health

By: Chris Butsch Have you ever felt like you were doing the right things to be happy, but still felt…

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When Thoughts are Unkind

Categorized: Authenticity, Mental Health

By: Tara Fuller Sometimes I think, “When will I be enough for myself?” I have these twisted up contrary feelings…

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Sara Lowery

Words Matter

Categorized: Mental Health

By: Sara Lowery Confession: I am a lazy person when it comes to buying gifts and so my personal saving…

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Kevin Smith

Kevin Smith – Getting you in ethical fitness shape

Categorized: Leadership, Mental Health

Meet Kevin. He’s a 2013 new speaker with CAMPUSPEAK. He’s here to get you ready to make those tough decisions.…

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