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10/14/2021

Setting a goal and following through with it are two entirely different things.

If you find you're merely fantasizing about your goals, and have no plan to achieve them- I can help!

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08/26/2021

Every woman has faced challenges because of her gender. Why not use that as inspiration to push back?

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08/21/2021

08/19/2021

You all should feel proud of the work you’ve accomplished! If anyone has any questions or needs any more support, I am available any time, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

Thank you all for joining me. I couldn’t have done this without each of you!

Please take a moment to share your experience with me. What is your number one takeaway from our time together?

08/19/2021

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08/18/2021

When you’ve worked up in a tissy, the fastest way to find calm is to simply breathe.

It’s truly that simple!

When you stop to focus on your breathing, your entire body becomes more relaxed, and the mind will follow.

Your final task is to practice the 4-7-8 breath throughout the day.

Here’s how:

-Exhale completely through your mouth, making a whoosh sound.

-Close your mouth and inhale quietly through your nose to a mental count of four.

-Hold your breath for a count of seven.

-Exhale completely through your mouth, making a whoosh sound to a count of eight.

-This is one breath. Now inhale again and repeat the cycle three more times for a total of four breaths.

08/16/2021

Since we talked about nutrition yesterday, I wanted to inspire you all to explore using healthy foods through smoothies - because they’re such a perfect way to sneak in healthy vitamins and minerals that your diet otherwise might be lacking.

Here are a few recipes I picked especially for you as students:

Destress with this Blueberry Walnut Cobbler Smoothie:

-3 oz blueberries

-2 peeled oranges

-3 tablespoon oats

-3 tablespoon walnuts

-1 teaspoon cinnamon

-1 cup water

-1 cup ice

For a quick pick me up whip up a Chocolate Peanut Butter Smoothie:

-half cup milk

-2 tablespoon peanut butter

-1 tablespoon honey

-1/2 tablespoon cocoa powder

-1 banana

-1 cup ice cubes

Nourish your study session with a Brain Power Smoothie:

-2 cups blueberries

-1 cup pomegranate juice

-1 cup ice cubes

-1 tablespoon chia seeds

-1 ripe banana, peeled

-half of an avocado, peeled and pitted

Anyone have a favorite smoothie recipe to share? Today’s task is to try to make or buy a healthy smoothie and share a picture with the group.

08/14/2021

Most students lack the time, access, or desire to create healthy homemade meals, but healthy eating is an essential tool for stress management.

Not getting enough nutrients can lead to deficiencies and negatively impact different aspects of health. Eating a diet high in unhealthy fats, sugar, and processed foods can disrupt hormone balance and lead to weight gain.

Stress eating is common among students and is associated with creating a cycle of more stress. It’s up to you to make healthy food choices.

That doesn’t mean you can never indulge in your favorite goodies, but be sure to limit the amount of unhealthy foods you consume. Again, balance is key.

Eating a healthy diet will help you combat stress, sleep better, and function optimally.

Tell the group about your eating habits. How can you incorporate healthier foods into your routine?

08/12/2021

How do you blow off steam? It’s essential to find time for activities you enjoy to break up your time.

Studying is important and will be a large part of your focus. However, people who don’t take time to find enjoyment in their day tend to stress more and have a higher risk of burnout.

Your outlet can be ANYTHING you enjoy. Here are some ideas:

-walking in nature

-getting a meal with friends

-playing on a team sport

-journaling, drawing, painting, etc.

-yoga

-joining a social club

-jogging

-lifting weights

-knitting

-volunteering

The options are limitless! The key is balancing the things you enjoy doing with studying and getting enough sleep.

Share your stress outlet with the group and how much time you participate in stress outlets. Are there any changes you can make in your routine to create a better balance of your time?

08/12/2021

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08/10/2021

Test anxiety is a common issue experienced by many students. Stress-related to test anxiety can inhibit your ability to perform as well as you otherwise could.

Reduce your anxiety by:

-Studying as much as you need to know the material

-Mimic test-taking conditions to familiarize yourself

-Get extra help; this can be from a tutor or working with a classmate

-Regularly practice a stress-relieving technique that can calm you down

-Give yourself plenty of time

-Get plenty of sleep, especially in the nights leading up to test day

-Exercise regularly to reduce muscle tension

Does test anxiety stress you out? How do you typically prepare for big tests? Which of the above techniques can you incorporate into your routine for a more relaxed experience?