Volume 1, Issue 4 November/ December 2021
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RECHARGING YOUR BATTERY 5 Ways to Recharge Prioritize sleep – Studies show that not getting enough sleep is the cognitive equivalent of getting drunk. You wouldn't take a test drunk, why do it tired?
By Gina Heinsohn (they/them) Graduate Assistant for ODEI
Feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or exhausted but figure it's all part of "being an adult" and you just need to “tough it out?” Here’s a little secret:
it does NOT have to be that way! In the words of Shawn Achor, author of The Happiness Advantage, “Resilience is how you recharge, not how you endure.” It is not about how well you can tough it out but that you take care of yourself along the way.
think of it this way: If your computer battery is down to 10% do you force it to stay on long enough for you to finish that paper? No! The computer will shut down when it runs out of battery, regardless of if you’ve finished or not. You have to plug it in and recharge it. Your body is no different. It is important to recharge your body to keep it working in peak mental, emotional, and physical shape!
We are excited to welcome Graduate Assistant, Gina Heinsohn (and Peanut!) to the Office of Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion team at OCU! They will be working with us on various initiatives and projects from now until the end of the Spring 2022 semester.
Take breaks – Give yourself short breaks to unplug, stretch, or go for a walk.
Stay Nourished – Instead of grabbing coffee or a candy bar to keep yourself going, give your body something it can actually use like water and protein.
Be Reasonable – Try not to give yourself more than you can possibly finish in a day. Set realistic expectations for yourself and plan ahead.
Ask for Help – Nobody expects you to do everything on your own. Seek help when you need it. Professors, classmates, tutors, counselors, and friends are some of your best resources on campus. You’re not burdening anyone by asking for help.
