https://padlet.com/lmusoethrive/Mod2 Were you able to apply any of the strategies suggested by Dr. Kirkorian and Dr. Docter from Part 1 of the Thrive program? Did you find that your busy schedule made this difficult? Please explain. (No judgments here!) en-us 2018-11-11 00:34:16 UTC 2026-01-27 10:08:27 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/icons/Apple.png https://padlet.com/lmusoethrive/Mod2/wish/304920787 I have been more intentional on re-framing negative thoughts about myself but at times I feel that my mind wanders too much and I loose control of my thoughts (which can be very overwhelming). I also have been forcing myself to take walks during my lunch break while listening to soothing music. This has been helpful to practice more self-compassion behaviors such as intentional breathing exercises. I am currently working on setting boundaries and feeling okay to speak-up to avoid cycling into my pattern of over-committing/pleasing others. ]]> 2018-11-15 17:25:52 UTC https://padlet.com/lmusoethrive/Mod2/wish/304920787 https://padlet.com/lmusoethrive/Mod2/wish/305112427 Lately I have been trying to engage in more self-care strategies as I progress through school and my practicum placement. For example, I try to engage in physical activities such as hiking or running at the gym to clear my mind and get away from the stresses from school and work. I still struggle with acting with more compassion towards myself. For example, I engage in negative self-talk. When life gets busy or difficult I feel like I give up to easily and put myself down. I hope to be more positive when reflecting on what I've accomplished rather than focus on the negatives or struggles I'm having. When I engage in more positive self-talk, I feel less anxious and have a more positive frame of mind. This is a skill I will continue to practice on a daily basis.
- Leah Smith]]> 2018-11-16 03:51:59 UTC https://padlet.com/lmusoethrive/Mod2/wish/305112427 https://padlet.com/lmusoethrive/Mod2/wish/305112512 One of the values I identified at the first session was genuineness. Since the first session, I have made an effort to remind myself to be more genuine, to speak and act from a place of genuineness. I found it was much easier to do so right after the first session, but I found myself forgetting to do so often. However, at times when I was more self-reflective or in a more positive mental space, I would wonder back to the idea of genuineness and using that to connect to others. Just the other day, I was more consciously aware of that value and reminded myself throughout the day - I found that I was less anxious and was able to be more present in the moment, as well as overall being in a more positive frame of mind. - Susan Selfridge]]> 2018-11-16 03:52:42 UTC https://padlet.com/lmusoethrive/Mod2/wish/305112512 https://padlet.com/lmusoethrive/Mod2/wish/306161184 The past couple months have been insanely busy personally, professionally, and with my family. While it took me a while to write down and complete the self-care handbook, I really took the tips and practices from the first session to heart and found myself practicing them. Mostly, just more self-awareness that helped me keep everything in perspective and not spin out. I thought about situations I was in, how I responded, and how it made me feel. This reflection also went hand in hand with learning to appreciate myself, struggles and all. Re-framing my circumstances really helped me let go of them and when everyone around me was negative, to know that I didn't have to be negative too if I didn't want. My anxiety has decreased and I feel excited to keep working on it! 
- Katie Romani]]> 2018-11-20 00:34:56 UTC https://padlet.com/lmusoethrive/Mod2/wish/306161184 https://padlet.com/lmusoethrive/Mod2/wish/306956356 In reflecting on my values and self-care plan from the first session, I realize how connected they are. It's  impossible to live my values of passion (i.e. being fully engaged, present, and authentic) and inner peace (i.e. sense of well-being, calmness, and grace irrespective of anything else going on) when I'm not practicing self-care such as fitting in regular workouts, making healthy food choices that energize rather than bring me down, spending quality time with people I care about, and practicing a form of mindfulness whether meditation or just remembering to breath deeply. I know these things yet struggle to find balance. Lately it seems like giving time to one area (e.g. working out) means cutting another short, then I get buried in work and stress for a while before coming up for air and trying again. That said, I realize self-care is a journey and I remain committed and optimistic (practicing my positive self-talk!)
- Lisa Taylor]]> 2018-11-22 09:26:30 UTC https://padlet.com/lmusoethrive/Mod2/wish/306956356 https://padlet.com/lmusoethrive/Mod2/wish/307429117 Since Module 1, self-care has been at the forefront of my mind. I implemented an (almost) daily routine of listening to my Calm app to help relax my mind. Mainly, the app forces me to step away temporarily from whatever I am hyper-focused on, which is great. I have also recently been practicing yoga, which helps me breathe and notice my immediate surroundings. As the semester has become more stressful, however, I have stopped both of the above practices. I know that I need to implement my self-care practices more than ever at this point, but simply cannot gather the energy to do so.

]]> 2018-11-24 19:31:10 UTC https://padlet.com/lmusoethrive/Mod2/wish/307429117 gleon7 https://padlet.com/lmusoethrive/Mod2/wish/309015511 I have tried to be very mindful of my self-care. Some of the things I've done are taking personal time at home and asking for support from professors and colleagues. Self-care has always been very difficult for me and it has certainly been a challenge to incorporate that into my regular schedule. I'm a mother of three young children and in school full time, finding the time and the energy to take care of myself is difficult, to say the least. However, I have made and intentional effort to do more self-care and I have noticed a difference in my stress levels. I'm still getting more stressed than I would like, but a lot less often, which is nice. -Gaby Leon]]> 2018-11-28 19:46:52 UTC https://padlet.com/lmusoethrive/Mod2/wish/309015511 https://padlet.com/lmusoethrive/Mod2/wish/309478494 The last couple of months have really tested my ability to take care of myself during stressing situations. I admit it's been hard to break old habits, but what has helped me the most is to remember what is more important for me. During stressful periods, I have taken the time to share with friends and with my husband, which energizes me and helps me to continue working.

Victoria Cuadra L.]]> 2018-11-29 18:41:44 UTC https://padlet.com/lmusoethrive/Mod2/wish/309478494 https://padlet.com/lmusoethrive/Mod2/wish/309572823 2018-11-29 21:50:26 UTC https://padlet.com/lmusoethrive/Mod2/wish/309572823 https://padlet.com/lmusoethrive/Mod2/wish/309583536 Since the first Thrive lesson, I have tried to incorporate more time for myself throughout the week. I noticed through our first conversation that self-care was always something I would brush off if I became busy. By making sure I take more time for myself and allow myself the time to relax, destress, and then refocus on my work, I have noticed that my capacity to deal with the stress has increased. 
Jessica Nimie]]> 2018-11-29 22:25:27 UTC https://padlet.com/lmusoethrive/Mod2/wish/309583536 https://padlet.com/lmusoethrive/Mod2/wish/309646750 -Mia Diaz]]> 2018-11-30 05:40:16 UTC https://padlet.com/lmusoethrive/Mod2/wish/309646750 https://padlet.com/lmusoethrive/Mod2/wish/309652995 -Marilu Reyes

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