Bright Side: programmes
Bright Side's programmes consist of free multi-workshop interactive sessions for AUT students, facilitated by our guides. These sessions are followed up by group coaching discussions led by Bright Side staff to ensure learnings and strategies are implemented.
Beating Stress and Self-doubt programme
Understand how to relieve the stress in your mind and body
Feeling stressed, overwhelmed, tired, disconnected, and dissatisfied does not have to be our new normal. Learn practical tools to feel well, reduce stress and gain confidence in who you are and your ability to achieve the things that matter to you.
Better Relationships, Healthy Sex programme
Gain insight into your personal relationships and ways to improve them
Who you choose to share your life with has a large impact on your sense of self and overall wellbeing. Learn how to choose well and gain practical tools to build better relationships.
Create Confidence and Connection programme
Harness your imagination and learn how humour can assist you in your work and study life
Connect with others in this dynamic, creative and social programme that uses play, humour and movement to promote connection and belonging.
Design Your Life programme
Design your dream life and discover your purpose
Create your own playbook for envisioning and achieving life goals, discover how to live a life of balance, develop resilience in the face of setbacks, and feel a sense of value and meaning from the areas you dedicate your time and energy to.
Design Your Life 2.0 programme
Continue to design your dream life and bring it into reality
Begin a deeper exploration of your vision and life goals and design your dream life and career plans. This programme is a great next step for students who have completed Design your Life, but everyone is welcome to apply.
Future Focus programme
Unlock your unique creativity and personal leadership style
Be successful in your studies, career and life. Set goals, develop a positive mindset and build confidence in yourself.
Personal Financial Relationships programme
Build confidence in your ability to manage your finances
Learn how to successfully achieve financial security and gain a deeper understanding of how to clearly communicate your economic needs in important life relationships.
Meet our programme manager
Join our programme manager Shaun Pulman as he explains how the Bright Side programmes work.
Kete Kōrero
Led by our health coaches, Kete Kōrero is a safe and collaborative space on campus where students can discuss and explore self-care and personal development techniques that cultivate physical and mental well-being, peer support and connection.
My wellbeing
Being well has a significant and positive impact on your studies. We encourage you to take a holistic approach to your health and understand how your physical, mental, spiritual and social health form the cornerstones of your wellbeing.
Contact us
Want to find out more about how we can help you reach your potential?
Email the Bright Side team at:
brightside@aut.ac.nz