Have you heard of impostor syndrome? The psychology world has deviated from that term because the experience is not a disorder or an illness. A more accepting term is “impostorism” or simply “impostor phenomenon.” What is impostor phenomenon? Impostor phenomenon was identified in 1978 by Pauline Rose Clark and… read more
wellness
Self-Compassion and Kindness
Self-compassion and kindness toward oneself are concepts that are gaining popularity, especially in the United States. However, for many international students, this may be a new concept — or one that doesn’t necessarily align with cultural values. What is self-compassion? Compassion is a concept that describes the mind’s ability… read more
Addressing Perfectionism
You may have heard people say something like, “Perfect is the enemy of good.” But what does that mean? It’s a common response to the way that many people focus on perfection in every area, keeping themselves from improving or finishing a project. Although it’s good to strive for quality,… read more
Thoughtful Thursdays Offer Counsel to Students Staying Home
Social distancing has significantly altered the way we work, live and communicate. Navigating all the lifestyle changes we have to make now may seem difficult or overwhelming. That’s why the ISSS virtual community is organizing Thoughtful Thursdays, a series of events open to international students and scholars, periodically hosted in… read more
Spotlight: Dependents and International Wellness Fest
The International Office’s 4th Annual International Wellness Fest will be an opportunity to celebrate International Education Week and to connect students with health & wellness resources in and around campus. Did you know that we will have some resources for your dependents (spouse and/or children) as well? Here are a… read more
4th Annual International Wellness Fest!
Mark your calendars, and join us for International Wellness Fest 2017 on Monday, November 13! Look out for a series of upcoming blog posts highlighting some of our partners over the next few weeks. Questions? Email insuranceadvisor@austin.utexas.edu to find out more.
International Wellness Fest 2016!
Nutrition, sport, dance, meditation, and more! Join us for free food, performances, and wellness topics with an international focus. Free, healthy snacks from Teji’s, KIND, and Rhythm Superfoods! Performance by Mariachi Paredes de Tejastitlán Resource tables by University Health Services, CMHC, Academic HealthPlans, UT RecSports, and more! Thursday, November 17 5:00-7:00pm SAC… read more
Fall is Apple Season!
It seems the summer heat has finally given us a break, and fall is ushering in cozy cardigans, scarfs, and boots. And what says fall more than fresh, crisp apples? Think apple cider, apple orchards, apple pie and more! Health Benefits of Apples We all know “an apple a day… read more
Texas PEACH Season is Coming!
Summer is almost here and along with it, in-season produce! Austin has numerous farmers markets to grab seasonal produce, and some farmers markets also feature chef demonstrations and music. For a list of farmers markets in the area, read our recent post on the topic. Cooking with In-Season Produce Summer seasonal produce… read more
Thrive at UT
Introducing: Thrive at UT Mobile App As the semester comes to an end and you begin studying for finals, take a break to check out the new Thrive at UT mobile app. Thrive is a free iPhone app geared toward enhancing the well-being of busy UT students on the go.… read more