Today’s thought is about feelings that may come up as we move through the last week of classes for the spring semester. Usually, this is the time where we are getting ready to celebrate another semester completed, or to walk in a graduation ceremony. Instead, you might feel anxious, scared, disappointed, excited, relieved, the list goes on. Living through this pandemic and trying to navigate being a student is exhausting and it’s okay to grieve the losses you’re experiencing. It’s okay if new feelings or thoughts come up that you haven’t felt or thought about yet too. As new circumstances arise, in this case the end of the semester, try to notice what comes up for you. Check out our coping skills to practice accepting and exploring thoughts in a nonjudgmental way!
4.21.20
In an attempt to build on what was talked about in yesterday’s post let consider what we mean by Self-Acceptance. Examining oneself and appreciating aspects of self is an ongoing process. Appreciating oneself is a challenge but what we want to do here is encourage you to explore how they do so. What are your strengths?What do you like about yourself? What make you unique?