Bon Jovi, Jennifer Nettles - Do What You Can

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Here is a weekly message from the social work department, which will also go out to all the students. During these COVID times, everyone has been asked to adjust their daily living, learn new ways to communicate, tackle school, cope with emotions and much more. We are often asked or told to, "Do what you can."

Watch this video then check out some "do what you can" strategies below. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HBLAamIlxy8

Bon Jovi, Jennifer Nettles - Do What You Can

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Life often presents us with obstacles that interfere with our goals. It can be challenging to step back and adjust our thinking. So, how can you have a, "do what you can" approach amid adversity? Here are a few strategies:

1. Grant yourself the compassion and understanding you would extend to a friend or family member. We are often our own worst critics. 2. Give yourself permission to feel proud of small victories. 3. Acknowledge negative self-talk & replace them with neutral or positive statements. Instead of saying "I'm not prepared for this test. It's going to be too hard." Try and say, "I'm going to focus and do my best." 4. Accept there are things you can’t control. 5. Stop letting excuses steal your life. 6. Keep going and don’t let anything stop you. Do what you can!

And remember,

The Social Work Department will meet you where you are at. Reach out, we are here for you. https://www.oths.us/site/Default.aspx?PageID=758