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Reframing Job Seeking: Embracing the Joy of Missing Out

August 29, 2023August 28, 2023 Roque NetoLeave a comment

While job-seeking, it’s essential to remember that jobs come and go, but your unique identity remains. By embracing the Joy of Missing Out, job seekers can reclaim their sense of self, redefine their worth, and embark on a journey of self-discovery.

Posted in Job Seeking, Professional LifeTagged #CareerJourney, #JobSeeking, #JOMO, #PersonalGrowth

Hit Pause!

August 22, 2023August 20, 2023 Roque NetoLeave a comment

We are in a time where busyness is often mistaken for productivity. But is it truly productive if our minds are scattered and our souls feel depleted?

Posted in #MindfulnessTagged #busyness, #hitpause, #mentalhealth, #Productivity, #selfcare

From the Dean’s Desk to the Student’s Chair

August 15, 2023August 13, 2023 Roque Neto2 Comments

While the transition is intimidating, my years in higher education aren’t going away. Rather, they are evolving into a mosaic of insights and perspectives that can breathe life into classroom discussions.

Posted in Counseling Studies, Higher EducationTagged #counseling, #internationalstudents, #paloaltouniversity, #psychology, #TherapistInTraining

The Grace of Defeat: A Path to Self-Awareness and Growth

August 8, 2023June 2, 2024 Roque Neto1 Comment

Today, I want to delve into a different narrative that we often skirt around, one that is perceived as dark but holds immense potential for transformation: the power of accepting defeat.

Posted in Grief & Loss, PersonalTagged #counseling, #Defeat, #Loss, #mentalhealth

Behind the Smile: Unmasking the Reality of Loneliness

August 1, 2023July 30, 2023 Roque NetoLeave a comment

So, what exactly is loneliness? In essence, it is the subjective feeling of a mismatch between the relationships we desire and the reality of our social interactions.

Posted in Loneliness, ResearchTagged #BattlingLoneliness, #Loneliness, #mentalhealth, #psychology, #UnderstandingLoneliness

The Power of Engaging with the Present

July 25, 2023July 23, 2023 Roque NetoLeave a comment

They reverberate with the same fundamental truth: the value of engaging with our surroundings, our community, and our time.

Posted in PersonalTagged #LifeLessons, #MakeADifference, #mentalhealth, #Mindfulness, #PresentMoment

The Unspoken Crisis in Academia: The Mental Health Concerns of Faculty and Administration

July 18, 2023June 2, 2024 Roque Neto1 Comment

Support for faculty members’ mental well-being is frequently inadequate, resulting from a prevalent culture that often sees them more as dispensers of support rather than recipients.

Posted in Higher Education, TeachingTagged #collegeprofessors, #earlycareerfaculty, #highereducation, #internationalfaculty, #mentalhealth, #psychology

Book Review: Four Thousand Weeks by Oliver Burkeman

July 11, 2023July 8, 2023 Roque Neto2 Comments

It’s one of the most insightful books I’ve read in my adult life. So, let’s dive into the exceptional work that is Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals by Oliver Burkeman.

Posted in Book ReviewTagged #BookReview, #FourThousandWeeks, #Mortality, #Productivity, #TimeManagement

My First Courses Towards Counseling Certification

July 4, 2023July 2, 2023 Roque NetoLeave a comment

A few days ago, I received my schedule of classes for my first term as a counseling student. I’m excited to be sharing this with you!

Posted in Counseling StudiesTagged #paloaltouniversity, #ProfessionalOrientation, #StudentTherapist, #TherapistInTraining

Anchoring Our Expat Lives: Solid Relationships Abroad

June 27, 2023June 25, 2023 Roque NetoLeave a comment

The relationships we form, the friendships we nurture, provide an anchor that helps us feel grounded amidst the shifting tides of change.

Posted in RelationshipsTagged #ExpatLife, #ExpatsAndMentalHealth, #immigrants, #internationalstudents, #livingabroad, #TherapistInTraining

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