- LocationStudent Services Building
- DescriptionLet's get together and talk about why self-care is essential for mental wellness. Decorate a pot and plant a succulent to take home as a living reminder to take care of yourself.
- Websitehttps://calendar.tamu.edu/live/events/359229-planting-self-care
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