In this episode we discuss ways to reset and refocus on your goals of completing respiratory therapy school and gaining your RRT credentials. Discussion includes: • Remembering your why • Honoring yourself by looking at the progress you’ve made this far through your journey • Influences in your life • Not letting temporary setbacks become permanent experiences

In this episode Jackie Betancourt gives insight to RT students about the hazard of comparisons. Topic discussed include:

• Comparison of grades and the importance of setting your own measure of success

• Importance of asking instructors to repeat content to allow for understanding

• Not allowing comparison to rob your inner peace and joy

• Always remembering your WHY!

In this episode, we will talk about understanding test anxiety and anxiety reduction strategies. Topics include:

In Episode 11, we talk about efficient workflow and time management strategies to include:

• Tackling your most dreaded task immediately to save stress throughout your day

• Explaining the Pomodoro technique

• The importance of eliminating distractions during times of work/studying

• Being intentional and honest about the types of distractions you may encounter

This episode summarizes the personal and group study strategies found successful by students from across the US and abroad.

In this episode, guest speakers and 2nd year students, Caitlyn Heistermann and Stacey Sampley share their expertise and advice for studying in respiratory therapy school. Topics in this podcast include:

• Incorporating different study strategies throughout RT school

• Use of PowerPoints and slides for initial study

• Discussions for critical thinking development

• Memorization vs critical thinking and when to use each

• Caitlyn and Stacey demonstrate a discussion that takes a basic concept into a deeper understanding that allows for critical thinking

• The importance of having a study partner or group for development of critical thinking • Self-guided learning to increase personal knowledge base

• Importance of asking questions to gain clarity

In this episode, guest speaker and 2nd year student, Scarlett Luis shares her expertise and advice for studying in respiratory therapy school.  Topics in this podcast include:

In this episode, guest speaker and 2nd year student, Kiesha Parker shares her expertise and advice for studying in respiratory therapy school.  Topics in this podcast include:

Episode 6 completes the PACE yourself series. In this episode Tonya discusses 5 ways to maintain and recharge energy levels.

In this episode, Tonya shares her favorite definition of commitment and suggests 5 different strategies to incorporate to help maintain commitment toward long term goals.