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ALUMN I RO UN DTABL E

DON’T BYPASS YOUR FEELINGS

I teach and talk about how what you appreciate,
appreciates. Reflect on the time you’ve had at
home and then do an inventory of what you are
grateful for. Reframe your thoughts and think about
what this time is doing for you instead of what it is
doing to you.
JULIE REISLER ’97
Life and leadership Keep in mind that when you change your
coach
perspective, you change your brain. We can attribute
“ When you this to the science of neuroplasticity, which is about
changing the firing patterns in our brains. This is a
change your
powerful way to alter your mindset and the way you
respond to stress. Typically, it takes between 65
you change and 100 days of repeated action to make these
your brain. neural changes.

perspective, “
I encourage everyone to start a regular meditation
Julie Reisler ’97 is a Columbia, practice. I think of this as mindfulness hygiene—and
Maryland-based author, founder
of the Life Designer® Coaching it’s non-negotiable for me. I need to do it just like
Certification program, podcast host,
national speaker, and a faculty I need to brush my teeth. It doesn’t have to be
member at Georgetown University. a lengthy practice either. It can be five, 10, or 15
She holds a bachelor’s
in psychology from the University minutes long depending on the time you have.
of Rochester, a master’s in If you aren’t sure how to start, check out one of
coaching from the Maryland
University of Integrative Health, my free meditations along with what’s available
and more than 12 health and on Insight Timer, a free app. Also, find a coach, a
well-being certifications.
counselor, or someone who can help you digest
what you are feeling.

During this time of transition, remember not to
bypass your feelings—don’t block them, avoid them,
or distract yourself from them. Give yourself the
kind of compassion, space, and grace you’d give
a close friend.

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