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Research Barbara Burton, Class of 2017 First thing’s first. You do not have to do research. If research is something you have absolutely zero interest in, please don’t feel obligated to do any during your pre-clinical years. If the day comes during your clinical coursework that you realize you want t…

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Find resources for applying for an NIH R Grant with the SOAR program at UT Southwestern.

What do you want from life? That question includes what do you want from your work, your career, your relationships, indeed your entire world. Understanding where you are now is essential to finding a way toward where you want to be. Answering that question begins with asking: “What’s here now?”

There is great benefit in recognizing the things in our lives that we should be grateful for – family, friends, employment, and life. But there also must be reflection upon areas in our lives that we leave unattended and do not show appreciation for such as our wellness, our values, and our overall life journey. If we disregard these areas, this creates barriers for gratitude.

I admit it, I’m a recovering procrastinator. This tendency used to get in my way much more than it does today. How did I overcome it? First, I stopped labeling myself a procrastinator. Obviously, I can get stuff done or I wouldn’t be where I am. Second, I developed some strategies and new habits that took root and have helped me become more productive over time. The key to overcoming procrastination is learning to just start. No more than that - just start. That, plus a habit around keeping and organizing notes and you’ll be on your way to overcoming procrastination.

Have you ever shared information with someone and thought to yourself, “I hope I didn’t share too much” or “What will they think of me after this?” Or have you ever felt a sense of shame or guilt for navigating life with various emotions and feelings that some may think of as “weak?” Have you sought a safe space to express these feelings without judgment?

UT Southwestern offers an array of options for working with a trained coach, but you may be asking yourself, “Why would I work with a coach?” Coaching has the power to help you create change in your life. Maybe you want help charting a path to a more fulfilling future. Maybe you’re feeling powerless to get past the circumstances you find yourself in. Or maybe you’re experiencing something difficult, maybe even painful, and you want to move beyond it. Different from mentoring, consulting, and even therapy, coaching is a process of empowering you to maximize your personal and professional potential.

For many, personal growth is difficult, or even scary, because they see it as becoming someone they are not. On the contrary, personal growth means becoming more of who you are. It means realizing the potential within you. This month, professional coach Mike Caracalas shares a simple way to focus on your growth as a person.