Is there a way to not feel groggy after naps? Want to feel nostalgia with friends through games? Need to know how to build an emergency fund? Want to know how to cook without a microwave? These resources on cooking, finance planning, and self-care cover these topics and a few more!

Cooking

Save money, control what ingredients you eat, and learn how to tap into your creativity when you learn how to cook.

Unfamiliar with Cooking Resources:

• Simple Oven Roast Vegetables
• Beginning Baking
• Essential Kitchen Appliances
• Knife Safety
• Basic Sandwich Ingredient List
• How to Choose Cookware

Moderate Cooking Skills:

• Cutting Tips
• Stir Fry Guide
  • you can still stir fry with a regular pan if you don’t have a wok or cast-iron
• Cooking Techniques and What Foods To Cook With Them

Finance Planning

Learn how to better manage your spending and savings with some simple rules like 50/30/20 so you have what you can get what you need in the future.

• Budgeting Guide
  • Quick 50/30/20 Calculator (based on monthly income)
  • Excel Budget Planner Templates (sign in to Microsoft 365)
  • Google Monthly Spreadsheet Template
• Emergency Funds: how much to save, account types, and building
• Financial Benefits to Know Before Accepting Job Offers

Self-Care

It’s easy to miss sleep, friends, and healthy thoughts on a busy schedule. These guides should help you get back to where you want to be!

• Nap Guide by the Mayo Clinic
• Mental Health Check-In Questions
• Online Games with Friends
  • Includes games like Uno and Oregon Trail
• Creating a Work-Out Plan
• Learning to Recognize Cognitive Distortions
• Nightly Routines for Good Sleep