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I played with my pet birds this morning before the google meet and it made me feel happy so that I could start today on a positive note.
-Serena Sankar

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I listened to music and it made me feel energized. I enjoyed it and helped me be calm. -Tasmia Saba

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I began to learn how to play tennis. I used to have summer classes in elementary school but stopped. So learning how to play is really fun.

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I went running this morning with my friend. I got in some exercise and went outside. -Salma Jaramillo

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Reading is something that some people do and it is interesting when reading some that peaks your own interest. I was reading some topics that I liked and it was really captivating nd interesting. - David

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I haven't played video games in months and I really wanted to play again. I played Minecraft since it was the only game I remember my password. I love it and it felt nice playing. Me and my friend had a fun time especially since we don't have school to worry about. -Fabbiha Tahsin

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On Sunday, it was my mother's birthday so my family celebrated. It was a normal day still, so that was a con. Sadly, I don't think there was any pro for her, since it was literally like a normal day for her. I felt bad. But next birthday, I am planning on something special already :)
-Jeongmi Ahn

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one thing i learned about in syep is the importance of reflection. we did a lot of reflecting in this program and i believe it really helps in the long run.
- Rachel Pyeon

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My course list for sophomore year was sent to me via email this morning. I was the first of my friends to get it so it came as a pleasant surprise as no one had anticipated it arriving so early. I was happy to get all of my first choices, but hesitant because my schedule does not offer a lunch period. - Emily Hsieh

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Went out with a friend that I haven’t seen for a long time -Wenni Lu

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Although I stayed home, my highlight was working out. I did body weight exercises in place of using weights such as push ups pull ups, etc. This is better then sitting and doing nothing at home.

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i did karaoke with my friends last night and it was a nice way to unwind after a long day. i enjoyed spending time with them and i actually had a lot of fun.
- Rachel Pyeon

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1. Introduction to our journals. I was able to incorporate these daily journals into my everyday life and I will continue to use them even after this program is over.
2. Self-Care/Self-Love lessons. I learned so much from these lessons like what types of activities could be called self-care, how often we need to take a break, and why we need self-care. -Karola Igua

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My friends and I have decided to go to the Museum of Ice Cream since it's pretty close to my house. I'm really excited to go and I'm really looking forward to it

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I started a new book recently and it's really good so far. It's a Chinese novel that doesn't have an official translation so far so I'm reading fan translations. The novel has an animation and a manhua as well which I've watched and read.

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Two highlights in the time that I've been in HWYYA are learning about Brené Brown and about self-care and self-love. From these two topics I have learned a lot about how to take care of both myself and others. Brené Brown also taught me that vulnerabilities aren't always a bad thing and that not being able to be vulnerable makes us weak. -Ryan Chain

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my highlight for this week is that I went shopping this week to prepare to go back to Texas and celebrate my cousin birthday. and also trying to find him a gift too

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The highlight of my day was that I started a new show. I've seen a lot about this show and heard lots of good things about it. The show really spoke to me so I decided to start it

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What I learned in this was mostly about self love. You are going to need self love your whole life. Self love is seeing a bigger version of your happiness and yourself.

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My highlight of the day was that I was able to go on a picnic with my family and few of my other relatives. It was the first time we all met up together after COVID-19 started which is why it was a very nice experience for me. We all got together and had a great time.
-Adrita Dhar

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I got a haircut and I also got something to eat and drink. I don't really go out often due to the pandemic but getting a haircut makes me feel fresh. Getting something to eat and drink outside was also refreshing since I haven't done so in a long time. -Ryan Chain

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The other day I went to someones house and I rode my bike there during the day. And by the time I was leaving it was late at night, around 1:30 am. So I had to ride my bike back to my place. And it was a whole different feeling, and it was more peaceful and there wasent much activity. So it was definitely a fun thing I did.

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I was able to read a pretty much science fantasy book. It was very interesting because the plot was about a group of people stuck on a foreign planet and they have to fight to survive the creatures on the island and make it safely back to their spaceship

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I am happy that I got to finish my summer homework, because it gives me peace of mind, as now I don't have to think about doing it or finishing it all the time. Now I can relax for the rest of the summer before school starts.

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A highlight is that I went out with family this weekend. We had a great time, we spent time together and had many amazing laughs. I also invited my best friend and we were able to just chill and have a great time. After we went to a restaurant which was not the best but the experience overall was amazing.

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We had a party for my brother and his friends graduation and it was really fun. We all played different games and had a karaoke night. It was at a park so we also had a picnic with lots of food. I had a lot of fun. I was very happy and emotional when every parent started to give speeches on them leaving.
-Fabbiha Tahsin

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Talked about how we can take care of ourselfs and how self care doesn’t have to be something fancy. -Wenni Lu

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The highlight of my day yesterday was going to the mall with my family. I got a chance to spend time with my family and have fun with them, as well as shop for clothing for my trip next week. - Karola Igua

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For my highlight of day, I played Xbox. My cousin came over to my house and I have a game downloaded where we play co-op and we both work together to solve puzzles, beat bosses. We had a lot of fun working together and the game was really enjoyable

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My highlight of my day was thinking about the time I had with my family at the beach and park this weekend because i loved hanging out with them and playing in the sand + going to the beach water and sleeping in the shade at the park on the blanket. - Joshua Ortiz

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I made a desert with my grandma. I do this very rarely. I love to do this. It is very fun and I get to lear something new. I love to make new things with my grandma. My grandma is the best.
- Tasmia Saba

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the highlight of my day was making a charcuterie board. it was my first time making one and it turned out well. it was a nice experience and very fulfilling.
- Rachel Pyeon

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Hanging out with my family. One of the highlights of this weekend. We did a little food for my aunt since it was her birthday. We had music and we was dancing the whole time. I had so much fun

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On Saturday, I went to dominique ansel bakery, but it was not good. I did not like their food because it was just overpriced and super sweet. I also went to a thai food place nearby and it was also not good because I ordered a wrong food.
-Jeongmi Ahn

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it was cool spleeping until 12. i got a lot of rest and was reay for the day.

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I played mine craft and league of legends with my bestfriend practically the whole day. It makes me happy. Also I have been doing summer work to catch up on the things I didn't learn. -Emily Chan

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My friends came over and we baked different desserts together while listening to music. It was fun because we got to just chill and hang out. - Jennifer Ali

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I went to the beach with my cousins yesterday and it was a lot of fun. I haven't gone to the beach in a long time, so I was very excited. The water was very cold, but it was still very fun. Afterwards, we had a barbeque. After the barbeque, my cousins and I went hiking.

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My highlight of the day was that I was able to play some games with my friends. We went on a call together and had a nice discussion about each other's lives while also having fun playing games together.
- Jacob Li

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I went biking with my friends in the morning. We got some ice cream and listened to music at a park. I had fun and was able to reconnect with some old friends. -Salma Jaramillo

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today I practiced jazz dance for 2 hours. I did not spend time learning, just practicing my form and it was relieving to dance without a teacher instructing me. I did feel very lightheaded afterwords but that has since past. - Emily Hsieh

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It is a pretty mundane highlight of my day but that's not a bad thing. It feels nice to relax after days of work and stress. It feels nice not worrying about work and not stressing about other stuff as well. - David

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Today I was sleeping and my friends decided they wanted to go to the beach. So they called me a lot, then asked, not wanting to miss out I said yes. I am happy I did say yes, as today was very fun. I think the most fun things we did was dig out like a 6 foot hole and then burry everyone in it. But also when we went far out into the ocean and were in the big waves. But over all today was very fun for me and I am happy I decided to go.

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The library was open and I went to go check it out. I love reading books. And being back to the library after years felt nice. I went through all the sections and sat in the library and read. I felt relaxed and happy. - Fabbiha Tahsin

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My highlight of my day was going out to dinner with my friends. I haven't been able to hang out with them for a while so it was nice to go out.
- Jennifer Ali

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My highlight of the day was when i played games with my friends on pc and we had fun because I was able to talk with them and relax for the day while playing games I enjoyed. very peaceful.

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Today I read books with my sisters since we were bored and I had a great time with them. It was a nice laugh.

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Listening to music during a late night drive

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Listening to music during a late night drive

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My family and I went on a late night drive. We were all listening to music with the window down. This is one of my favorite things to do. We were listening to all kinds of songs. I felt really happy being with my family. It felt like old time since we do this very rarely.  - Fabbiha Tahsin

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In the morning I went to the park with my sisters, played badminton, and rollerbladed. It was fun and enjoyable especially because for the past week I have been working on my school work. Then in the afternoon my family and uncle had a small bbq in our backyard. So it relieved my stress.

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I got on my Xbox and invited some people to play with me. And these were people I haven't talked to in a long time, so I didn't really expect an answer. But then all of them said ok and joined. We all played multiplayer for like 6 hours straight, so it was very fun and I had a good time. Because I got to reconnect with old friends as well relax for a bit.

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Today, I wanted to eat a funnel cake since I heard that it was really simple to make. So, I made it with the ingredients I had. It was really good after I sprinkled some powered sugar. I recommend all to make some funnel cakes. I would also try it next time.

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Drank some bubble tea because I haven’t drank it in a while. Also got some yummy food. -Wenni Lu

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I have not danced in a studio in a long time due to test prep and quarantine, so today I brushed up on dancing for two hours. I had a lot of fun and do not even feel all that tired. I intend to continue dancing daily for 2-3 hours a day at home until studios reopen. - Emily Hsieh

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I started playing a game that I haven’t played in a while -Wenni Lu

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I woke up not to long ago and did nothing although the highlight of my day would be watching Netflix because that is all I did.

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My best friend came back from California today and he's been gone for 2-3 weeks. I'm seeing him tomorrow and I'm very excited because there's just so much we need to catch up on. I cant wait to see him because not only is he great company but he also helps relieve my stress. -Ashley Chu

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My highlight of the day was having breakfast, and hot coffee. When I wake up, I feel groggy and tired. After I drink something hot like coffee or tea, it makes me refreshed and awake. It is the best part of the day.
-Sheham

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The highlight of my day is finishing all of my work and going out. It feels like I am finally able to breathe. I usually go to the park with my family or go for a walk around my neighborhood. I can't do much because of Covid but it's nice to step outside every once in a while.

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I don't usually have breakfast because I just want to get straight to work, but today I had breakfast so that was a small accomplishment. -Katrina Chen

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A highlight for my day today was I got good feedback on one of my projects for my summer class. It made me happy and more relieved because I wont have to make much changes and it wont stress me out anymore.

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I like listening to music a lot, it helps me relax and clear my mind. You just feel peaceful. Sometimes I’m on FaceTime with my best friend and we’re just singing the lyrics together and it makes me happy. Music helps me get more motivated and I also get more energetic.

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So far since they day practically started is the simple fact that I woke up today

- Trinity Hinckson

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Yesterday I decided to try meditating since it's one of the methods of self-care we talked about. It was pretty great. Would recommend to anyone who needs to take a mental break.
- Miranda Acevedo

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I have been learning how to swim over the summer. Even though I have some difficulty doing different types of strokes it is very fun and a great way of exercise for me. I have recently started watching LOKI. I know it been out for a while but I wanted to wait until it was done. After it finished I never had enough time to watch it until now.

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I’m definitely grateful for being able to see another day in my life. I’m grateful for my loved ones since they are the first people I see when I wake up everyday.

-Jerell Jones

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Today I was able to get Tyler tickets early during the pre-sale. I'm so happy because I've been waiting to see him live since 2019 and I also paid for my tickets myself with all the money I saved. The seats are also really close which makes me really excited. -Kiara

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Yesterday I got to watch BlackPinks movie at night. I went with my mom since I had no one else to go with and I really enjoyed it. I had a lot of fun dancing along to the music and it also made me quite emotional. The movie was really amazing and I can't wait to see more of them.
-Robyn Valerio

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Early this morning I was playing a game called super Mecha champions which is a battle royals game and I got 2 or 3 wins I can’t Remember right now and I ate s9me nice and tasty rice for dinner last night

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This morning I was able to wake up and do some stretching and yoga. I really enjoyed this and my body felt more relaxed and loose after I completed the activity. This helps me wake up and prepare myself for the rest of the day. -Esther W

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I love editing and it help me feel relax when I edit.Im still learn how to become good at it but I don’t think I will become bored of editing to be honest.I may take a break from it but I don’t think I will stop editing

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For the past few nights, I've been going to sleep earlier than usual. I started to realize that getting a goodnight's sleep has changed many things in my life. My mood has been so much more positive and better. I feel refreshed after waking up instead of feeling grumpy or annoyed. This has been a self-care method that I have been trying.
Isis

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Yesterday I went to the mall to buy some clothes for the summer but also for school and I had so much fun.  It was also very relaxing. I hope to wear all the clothes I bought for school.
- Evelis

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I don't normally get to spend a lot of time with my whole family since my dad, mom, and sister are normally at work and I am at home alone, but when we do get to spend time together, its really a big highlight of my day. It creates a bigger family bond and it makes my day to see them and talk to them about anything really. - Evelyn Ho

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I ate some ramen and pesto with rice after class ended and it was really delicious. I was so thrilled because I had not eaten anything from morning to afternoon solely because I was too lazy to make food. I also ate some chocolate crepes which are one of my favorite snacks/desert. I would say I became much livelier after eating food.
-Tenzin Sherpa

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My friends and I went to Kissena Park to walk around, play basketball, and play cards. It was really fun and I was happy since I haven't seen them in person in like a year and a half. - Franz Vidaure

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I finished Verity by Colleen Hoover this morning. I think it is one of the best books ever written.

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The highlight of my day yesterday was that I hung out with my cousin. Her and I are super close and talk like everyday. It was a lot of fun because I haven’t seen her since before I went to Texas. We walked around the neighborhood and had some pizza. -Eshrat Quader

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Its nice after a long day to watch something entertaining to distract you from your tasks for a while. I usually watch a bit in the morning and an hour at night just so I can release my stress and laugh a little. It helps me relax/calm down.
-Viva Chaman

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So far the highlight of my day is that I managed to sleep 9 hours last night and feel nice and refreshed ~Jason Lin

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My highlight of the day is knowing that I finished my college class for this summer and I passed with an A. it takes away some stress and now I don't have to worry about waking up early for class. - Brian

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Something I learned that for mental health is to do a-lot of activity which is a great idea to do.

- isabel A

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Today at night, I finished a book called "Life of Pi." I think its reasonable to say that it was a really good book, and I loved it. However, I did not like how the ending ended, but I still liked it overall. I am planning to watch the "Life of Pi" movie tomorrow, and start a new book called "The Fire Next Time" for my summer assignment from school. I honestly don't want to read it because not only do I have to write op-ed about it, but also I don't really like reading historical books.
- Jeongmi Ahn

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Self care is basically having the motivation and/ or confidence to better yourself. You can work on many different parts of your body, either mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually. I practice self care by listening to music, eating healthy, and meditading.
-Isis

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A highlight of my day today was studying and understanding a math concept I previously did not understand. It made me feel successful in a way. - Emily Hsieh

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I went out last week to Barnes and Noble and decided to get myself some manga (Attack on Titan, Jujutsu Kaisen, Haikyuu!) using some of my SYEP payment and I was very happy about it. I've been wanting to buy them for a while.
- Miranda Acevedo

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In our breakout room, we discussed how there are various ways to help people who have issues with self care and the importance of having self care. For instance, you are able to live a better and healthier life once you take care of yourself and how everyone is unique and has their own ways of taking care of themselves emotionally and physically. - Evelyn Ho

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One highlight we talked about was how journaling can help with self care. Journaling allows you to wrote about anything you want to whether it be your feelings or a to-do list of the day. This helps you relax a little and helps you take those thoughts off your mind so you can focus more on taking care of your self and doing the work you need to do.
-Robyn Valerio

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For me there aren’t a solution to help someone with self care it just try listening to them and try giving them advice of your ability.

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For the past few days I've been binge watching the twilight saga. Although the movies are kinda bad i really like them and I'm almost done with the whole saga. I always like having something to watch for the week whether its a new show or a new movie.- Kiara

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for example telling yourself that your beautiful, smart, confident shows that you care about yourself and not only improves your self-care but self-esteem, and self-love.
-Trinity Hinckson

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During our breakout room session, we discussed about what our favorites types of self care are. I picked physical and psychological self care because I believe that we should all start to love our bodies and being active can benefit our health. Going for walks can help you relieve stress or help you reflect about yourself and your life. I also picked psychological because being creative and learning new skills can help us keep our minds engaged. - Valerie Clavijo

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Ever since quarantine I have been very separated and isolated from my friends, especially my closest friend who was almost like a brother figure to me. When I messaged him it felt so good that I could tell him anything, all the good and bad things that happened during this time. I even got invited to meetups where I got to hang out with him in person. This really made me feel happy in these hard times. (Jason Guo)

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Working out and video games are my form of self care because these 2 help me feel better and release stress. I am also working on myself and I always keep that in mind so I can keep going in the gym and keep improving myself - Brian Hernandez

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I can play video games while having music in the background to relax. Not having to do work and just doing what I want is really nice ~Jason Lin

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My definition of self-care is maintaining a healthy routine or habits that make you feel good and allow you to feel stress-free. Two types of self-care that I practice the most are psychological self-care and emotional self-care because they help relieve stress and allows me to let go of negative emotions. Some examples that help are reading a book, journaling, and writing. -Ashley Chu

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We discussed how we can’t really fix/improve someone’s self-care but we can give them advice on how to improve it. However, having to help someone out can be very draining and can cause you to not focus on your own self-care.

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I like listening to music because it calms me down quickly and helps me with my stress too.  I don't really have a specific genre of artist I listen to, it really depends on what type of mood I'm in at that moment. -Katrina Chen

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I love listening to music and even though i am a terrible singer i still sing it t the fullest and i love multiple genres like rap, bachata, reggaeton, to urban pop and rap. There's not on genre i love specifically

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Something interesting that I saw when we were discussing our self-care strategies is that a majority of people considered listening to music as a form of self-care. I thought it was interesting that we all regarded this simple task as a form of self-care. My two primary forms of self-care are listening to music and reading since they're two very relaxing activities which is very calming.

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Both of these help me with self care. Exercising makes me feel better about myself and makes me happy while reading calms me down when I am stressed.