[Describe a time you asked for help.]
Wow, that sounded challenging. Good work!

Anxiety rooted in worries about rejection, retaliation, or abandonment. This can be faced!
What is "fear of conflict"?

Identifying exactly what you require to reasonably accomplish your goals.
What is "clarifying your needs"?

Life is complicated. Research is complicated. People are complicated.
So true, bestie.
![]()
[Describe your go-to "break time" activity. Describe how this helps you.]
Woah, nice one!

A persistent difficulty in perceived self-worth. This can be overcome!
What is low self-esteem?

The process of clearly and empathically conveying your thoughts, feelings, and perceptions.
In a safe environment, this is best paired with active listening and good-faith interpretation.
What is "respectful and direct communication"?
I deserve care, respect, and consideration. Even when I need help.
Oh wow, incredible point...

[Say "no" to the following request.]
Hey, do you mind writing me a 53 page essay about the nuances of maritime law?
![]()
Emotional and physical responses to deeply distressing life experiences. This can be healed!
What is trauma?

The process of enumerating your obligations and assigning them appropriate mental and emotional energy. This sometimes includes saying "no".
What is "prioritization"?

I am THE expert on my own experience.
Real.

[Tell me one good thing about yourself.]
Shining star come into view
To shine its watchful light on you, yeah
Give you strength to carry on, yeah
Yeah, make your body big and strong, yeah

An emotion involving intense, negative self-evaluation. This can be unlearned!
What is shame?

The practice of attuning to your own needs and meeting them directly. This is a crucial part of optimizing your emotional and mental productivity.
What is "self-care"?
![]()
I'd like to help, but I'm currently at capacity.
By ensuring that I have adequate time for all of my obligations, I am doing us both a favor.
Thank you for telling me how you feel. I appreciate your honesty.

[Describe a way that your self-advocacy can help someone else.]
That's huge.
An initial lack of familiarity with specific skills or situations. Everyone starts here!
What is inexperience?

Openly recognizing your mistakes and weaknesses. You are a product of your lived experience and deserve understanding.
What is "practicing self-compassion"?

I will model self-care and healthy boundaries for my coworkers, patients, and loved ones.
Again, but louder!
