What's Up: Wellness from the 3rd Floor

What's Up: Wellness from the 3rd Floor

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What's Up: Wellness from the 3rd Floor episodes

  • Trans Pride

    In this week's episode of the WHAT's Up Podcast, the WHATsters have a discussion about Trans Pride.  During this episode we talk about a lot of different resources that are available and they can be found below:

    Trans Health Resource Guide: https://www.pdx.edu/health-counseling/sites/g/files/znldhr771/files/2020-05/SHAC_Transgender_Health_v05.06.2020%20%281%29.pdf

    SHAC Health Services: https://www.pdx.edu/health-counseling/health

    SHAC Feedback Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfJpsJKYx49fX3VQquN26UtH18afPfQqp-4HgKXofLD3uaDBA/viewform

    Importance of Pronouns: https://www.mypronouns.org/what-and-why

    41 min
  • Wellness and Safety Planning

    Join us for this week's episode on creating a wellness and safety plan, which will help you take control of your mental and emotional wellbeing. Amy Ruff joins us to talk about why having a plan is important, and how you can implement one in your life. 

    Use our wellness and safety plan template here:  https://drive.google.com/file/d/1MdGtH94TwnnhGxEo_KiwqfxlNmZ2tG31/view?usp=sharing 

    You can also make a safety plan on this depression management app: https://www.moodtools.org/

    For support in crisis, call Lines For Life at 1-800-273-8255, or text NAMI to 741-741. 

    For SHAC Counseling Services, please call 503-725-2800 or visit the website: https://www.pdx.edu/health-counseling/counseling

    Have any questions? Fill out our google form, feel free to shoot us an email, or slide into our DMs on Instagram!

    Google Form for Questions: https://forms.gle/obDVnDMGWPKUtJVm6

    Email: [email protected] // Instagram: @psu_what (www.instagram.com/psu_what/)

    WHAT Website:  https://www.pdx.edu/health-counseling/what

    Virtual Mind Spa: https://www.pdx.edu/health-counseling/virtual-mind-spa

    38 min
  • COVID-19 Information & Updates

    In this episode we’ll discuss COVID-19. We’ll talk about the ways you can help prevent the spread, along with how to access testing, an update on how to utilize SHAC during this time, and discuss the online resources that are available to help cope.

    TimeStamps: 

    [02:22] Precautions You Can Take 

    [03:58] Daily Self Checklist 

    [5:28] COVID-19 Testing at SHAC

    [6:19] COVID-19 Reporting Form

    [7:02] Precautions SHAC is taking and how you can schedule appointments

    [8:44] COVID Resource Page 

    Resources discussed in the episode)

    COVID-19 Daily Self Checklist:

    https://www.pdx.edu/health-counseling/sites/g/files/znldhr771/files/2020-07/COVID-19%20Checklist_Students_1.pdf

    COVID-19 Reporting Form: 

    https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfu4kQiNOxF1V0F0lsYZ90e4vyyefE3R0Z4Dmz-ADI1MOlsYQ/viewform

    SHAC’s COVID-19 Resources Page:

    https://www.pdx.edu/health-counseling/covid-19-resources


    Have any questions? Fill out our google form, feel free to shoot us an email, or slide into our DMs on Instagram!

    Google Form for Questions: https://forms.gle/obDVnDMGWPKUtJVm6

    Email: [email protected] // Instagram: @psu_what (www.instagram.com/psu_what/)

    WHAT Website:  https://www.pdx.edu/health-counseling/what

    Virtual Mind Spa: https://www.pdx.edu/health-counseling/virtual-mind-spa

    12 min
  • Self-Compassion

    Today we’re talking about self-compassion, which helps us respond to our experiences with kindness. Much of this episode is from the work of Dr. Kristen Neff, a psychologist who is one of the world’s leading experts on self-compassion. For more self compassion resources, including the books, check out the website here: https://self-compassion.org/ 

    For SHAC Counseling Services, please call 503-725-2800 or visit the website: https://www.pdx.edu/health-counseling/counseling

    Have any questions? Fill out our google form, feel free to shoot us an email, or slide into our DMs on Instagram!

    Google Form for Questions: https://forms.gle/obDVnDMGWPKUtJVm6

    Email: [email protected] // Instagram: @psu_what (www.instagram.com/psu_what/)

    WHAT Website:  https://www.pdx.edu/health-counseling/what

    Virtual Mind Spa: https://www.pdx.edu/health-counseling/virtual-mind-spa


    22 min
  • Community Trauma & Mental Health

    "When one of us heals, we help heal the world". - Victoria Albina 

    In this week's episode of the What's Up Podcast, the WHATsters discuss mental health and healing as a community during times of collective trauma with Amy Ruff, PSU's Mental Health Promotion Specialist.  

    Here is a document with lots of resources for healing and coping, including those addressing anti-racism work and culturally-sensitive mental health support: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1PeOQo5bHF2ascLlOky90GJR7vG_zVnUKYFad_ba3T-c/edit?usp=sharing  

    Lines for Life Mental Health Crisis: 1-800-273-8255 

    Coping with COVID-19: https://drive.google.com/file/d/117HY4z4mY5izJpR44ejuZ8rhTyoWEGEG/view 

    Have any questions? Feel free to shoot us an email or slide into our DMs on Instagram

    Email: [email protected] // Instagram: @psu_what (www.instagram.com/psu_what/)

    WHAT Website: www.pdx.edu/shac/what

    28 min
  • Routines/Finals
    In this week's episode of the WHAT's Up Podcast, the WHATsters have a discussion about how to create routines that work for you, and what to keep in mind during this virtual academic experience. 
    To learn about these topics and much more, check out these resources:
    The book Switch explores models of behavior change: https://www.amazon.com/Switch-Change-Things-When-Hard/dp/0385528752
    TedTalk on fixed vs. growth mindset to overcome failure: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hiiEeMN7vbQ
    Psychology Today article on maintaining health and routines during the pandemic: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/child-development-central/202003/resilience-and-routines-families-during-the-pandemic
    Focusing apps that help you stay on task and track your progress by growing a tree: https://flora.appfinca.com/ and https://www.forestapp.cc/ 
    List of tips to help you stay focused when working/studying: https://www.scoro.com/blog/stay-focused-at-work/
    Check out our sleep episode for tips on creating a good nighttime routine! 
    To change grading option, log in to Banweb > Student Services > Visit Registration Hub > Register for Classes > Select the current term > change the grading option where your courses are listed. You can change to pass/no pass until June 1st!
    41 min
  • Relaxation Part 2: Mindfulness

    In this episode of the WHAT's Up Podcast, the WHATsters explore the elements of healthy relationships, and are joined by Amy Collins from Illuminate to discuss interpersonal violence prevention. CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains mention of sexual and relationship violence.

    To learn more about mindfulness:

    https://www.mindful.org/what-is-mindfulness/

    https://pdx.campuswell.com/mindfulness-test-anxiety/

    https://pdx.campuswell.com/incorporate-mindfulness-into-your-daily-life/

    https://pdx.campuswell.com/dealing-with-anxious-thoughts/

    https://pdx.campuswell.com/mindfulness-for-beginners/

    https://pdx.campuswell.com/0518-mindfulness-daily-life/

    https://pdx.campuswell.com/mindfulness-meditation-explained/

    Sources:

    https://www.mindful.org/what-is-mindfulness/

    https://www.uclahealth.org/marc/workfiles/LovingKindnessMeditation_Transcript.pdf

    https://audionautix.com/Music/RunningWaters.mp3

    https://www.uclahealth.org/marc/workfiles/BreathSoundBody_Transcript.pdf

    https://www.fesliyanstudios.com/royalty-free-music/download/deep-meditation/310


    Have any questions? Feel free to shoot us an email or slide into our DMs on Instagram

    Email: [email protected] // Instagram: @psu_what (www.instagram.com/psu_what/)

    WHAT Website: www.pdx.edu/shac/what

    Campus Well Website : pdx.campuswell.com

    46 min
  • Healthy Relationships

    In this episode of the WHAT's Up Podcast, the WHATsters explore the elements of healthy relationships, and are joined by Amy Collins from Illuminate to discuss interpersonal violence prevention. CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains mention of sexual and relationship violence. 

    To learn more about healthy relationships:

    • The Relationship Spectrum: http://www.loveisrespect.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Relationship-Spectrum-final.pdf
    • Love Languages: https://www.5lovelanguages.com/
    • Signs of healthy/unhealthy relationships: http://depts.washington.edu/hhpccweb/health-resource/healthy-vs-unhealthy-relationships/

      • To get support or assistance:

      • PSU Women's Resource Center (serves people of all genders): https://www.pdx.edu/wrc/ Phone: 503-894-7982 
      • WRC Sexual and Relationship Violence Resources: file:///C:/Users/heath/Downloads/Sexual%20and%20Relationship%20Violence%20Advocacy%20Packet%202019-2020.pdf 
      • Call to Safety: https://calltosafety.org/ 24/7 Crisis Line: 1-888-235-5333
      • How to support survivors: https://nomore.org/learn/what-to-say/ 
      • Oregon Coalition against Domestic & Sexual Violence: https://www.ocadsv.org/ Phone: (503) 230-1951
      • Learn if you are in an abusive relationship and get support: https://www.loveisrespect.org/ Call: 1-866-331-9474 or text LOVEIS to 22522 

        • If you are in an emergency situation, please call 911. 

        Have any questions? Feel free to shoot us an email or slide into our DMs on Instagram

        Email: [email protected] // Instagram: @psu_what (www.instagram.com/psu_what/)

        WHAT Website: www.pdx.edu/shac/what 


        1 hr 9 min
      • Virtual Mind Spa

        In this episode of the WHAT's Up Podcast, the WHAT'sters will chat with you about SHAC's brand new Virtual Mind Spa Experience, which you can find at https://sites.google.com/pdx.edu/virtual-mindspa/home

        Have any questions? Feel free to shoot us an email or slide into our DMs on Instagram

        Email: [email protected] // Instagram: @psu_what (www.instagram.com/psu_what/)

        WHAT Website: www.pdx.edu/shac/what

        15 min
      • Community Resiliency and Resources

        In this episode of the WHAT's Up Podcast, the WHAT'sters will chat with you about resources that are available to use during this pandemic. We broke them down into 3 categories: food, job, and community advocacy.

        Food Resources -

        Oregon Food Bank, PSU Food Pantry, Freefood.org Portland Resources, City of Portland Food Boxes & Hot Meals

        Job Resources - 

        PSU Career Center, PDX Pipeline, PSU Handshake

        Advocacy Resources - 

        OR Community Alliance of Tenants, OR Coalition Against Domestic & Sexual Violence, Basic Rights Oregon

        Have any questions? Feel free to ask away in this anonymous Google Form.

        Email: [email protected] // Instagram: @psu_what (www.instagram.com/psu_what/)

        WHAT Website: www.pdx.edu/health-counseling

        24 min

      About What's Up: Wellness from the 3rd Floor

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      Welcome to WHAT’s Up: Wellness from the 3rd Floor.