Self-Care as a Journey: Mission-Driven Approaches to Navigating Mental Health
Tue 10/14 • 3PM - 4PM PDT
Charles E. Young Research Library (YRL), Room 21570
Please join us for the "Self-Care as a Journey: Mission-Driven Approaches to Navigating Mental Health" workshop on Tuesday, October 14, 3-4pm at 21570 Young Research Library (YRL).
This workshop delivers evidence-based strategies from the field of psychology for deepening resilience, cultivating belongingness, and affirming purpose in one’s teaching and research. Rooted in frameworks of authentic storytelling, this training is designed for instructors seeking strategies to prevent burnout and restore their capacity for engaged, compassionate teaching. From improving interpersonal effectiveness to mitigating stressors, these skills will help instructors reflect on their unique journeys and lived experiences, with the aim of aligning their professional practices with their personal values and mission. Facilitated by Drea Letamendi, Ph.D., Director of UCLA Compassionate Response Program (CORE)
This workshop is open to any faculty, including professors, lecturers, and adjunct instructors.
Please contact edp@teaching.ucla.edu if you have any questions.