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Welcome to Unlocking College Life! Real talk about all things college -- the good, the bad, the messy, the complicated, all of it. And you get to participate! Our show incorporates what you have to say -- your questions and your feedback. We go beyond our experiences working in higher education and mental health with hundreds of students like you. We reflect on current and ever-present issues of college students, with you and our guests. We‘ll encourage you to try new things in order to connect differently with yourself and others. And we hope to help you shift your perspectives on the college experience, authoring your own path. Let‘s dive in.
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Tuesday Oct 12, 2021
Tuesday Oct 12, 2021
In today's episode, we will discuss the tension that exists between the desire to rest or take a break, and the guilt that creeps in when you take time for yourselves. Even sleep can feel like a “waste of time.” How do you learn to just be?
Key Takeaways
- The pitfalls of busy culture and the significance of rest and recovery
- How to rewire the instinct to override your exhaustion by doing more
- The different types of rest
- How to differentiate between “shoulds” and following your own standards
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Tuesday Oct 05, 2021
Tuesday Oct 05, 2021
In this episode, we discuss why it can be difficult to seek help even though there are seemingly endless resources on a college campus.
Key takeaways to listen for
- Understanding your own barriers to seeking help
- Unlocking some of the secrets about campus resources
- How to have agency in who you choose to seek help from
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Tuesday Oct 05, 2021
Tuesday Oct 05, 2021
In today's episode, we'll talk about how perfectionism can impact your emotional and academic growth, as well as the instinct to seek help.
Key Takeaways
- The impact of perfectionism on your success as a student
- How to escape the perfectionism-procrastination loop
- The difference between high standards and the quest for perfection
- Knowing your WHY: NOT LETTING PERFECTIONISM GET IN YOUR WAY
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Tuesday Oct 05, 2021
Tuesday Oct 05, 2021
In today's episode, we talk about the reaction and feelings that arise in the transition back to in-person life on college campuses.
Key Takeaways:
- Transitions as opportunities for reflection about your values
- Questioning college norms and myths about friendships
- Tips to guide your next steps amidst uncertainty
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Tuesday Sep 28, 2021
Tuesday Sep 28, 2021
We know that college life can be very complicated. That is why Unlocking College Life is born as a way of giving back and offering valuable content to college students like you. This is a great avenue for you to participate in, provide feedback and learn to communicate with yourself and others. We offer you loads of tips and tricks to unlock various aspects of your college experience. Tune in now!