Headspace | Human Resources

Acquire the skills, strategies and support to find a happier, healthier you

Meditation and mindfulness have been shown to help people reduce stress, improve focus and sleep more soundly. We are collaborating with UK Student Success to give you free access through March 10, 2025 to an evidence-based app called Headspace. It can improve your mental, emotional and social health. With hundreds of guided exercises for meditation, sleep, focus and movement, Headspace can enhance your daily life.

Positive impacts of mindfulness

Reduce stress and anxiety
Think more clearly
Increase resilience

What does Headspace provide?

Guided meditations for stress, focus, productivity and more
Sleepcasts and bedtime audio for restful nights
The Wake Up: bite-sized videos for daily inspiration
Focus: music and meditations designed to help you concentrate
Move Mode: quick workouts and guided cardio for body and mind

Ready to achieve more using the Headspace app?

Request access to the app.
You will be taken to a form. Once you complete the form, you will receive a link by email with instructions to register as a new Headspace user.
Create your Headspace account. You must register before downloading the free Headspace app. At the end of registration, you'll have the opportunity to share with up to five family members. Or, you can go to this page and manage your members.
Download “Headspace” from the app store of your choice. Be sure to follow steps one through three first so you won't be charged.
Sign into the app using the information from your Headspace account, then follow the prompts.
Begin using the app and learn skills and strategies to help you reduce stress and improve your focus!

Request access

What if I already have a Headspace account?

Request free access.
You will be taken to a form. Complete and submit. Once you complete the form, you will receive a link by email with instructions to connect your existing Headspace account.
On the Headspace signup screen, click Log in at the top.
Follow the remaining prompts to activate your free membership through March 10, 2025. You will be asked to verify using your linkblue email address.
Continue using the app to learn skills and strategies to help you reduce stress and improve your focus!

Request access

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