This summer Erin will focus on building skills that will help students in the present and are essential to transition to a functioning adult. Today’s focus: self-care.

We want our students to grow up and develop the skills needed to successfully get themselves through college and live independently. This week we are talking about self-care. What does that mean? It isn’t bubble-baths and me-time. And when does self-care turn into something that isn’t actually helpful at all?

Resource: How to Raise an Adult – Julie Lythcott-Haims

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Megan and Erin kick off their summer with shorter episodes. Listen now or save them up and listen when you get back to school in the fall.

This summer Erin will focus on building skills that will help students in the present and are essential to transition to a functioning adult. Today’s focus: habits.

Learn

• How do you make change?
• How do you know you are ready?
• How do we form habits?

Here are some resources mentioned:

The Power of Habit – Charles Duhigg

Atomic Habits – James Clear

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Megan and Erin kick off their summer with shorter episodes. Listen now or save them up and listen when you get back to school in the fall.

This summer Megan will focus on different college application essay topics, pinpointing common pitfalls and offering suggestions for strong responses. Today’s essay challenge: “Why do you want to apply HERE?

— Responses should go beyond superficial likes such as location, good weather, or proximity to the beach, mountains, city, etc.

— Before starting this topic, students should take time to dig into the specific reasons they like that particular school. Look into course offerings, specialized programs, and unique features.

— When writing the essay, don’t focus exclusively on the school. (Yes, they know they are amazing!) Make sure to clearly connect your interest in the school with YOU.

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