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Academic Facilities and Resource Planning Academic Facilities and Resource Planning at UT Southwestern works with faculty investigators, departments, centers, and laboratory staff to address needs for basic research space and equipment. We seek to assist the UT Southwestern community with making the …

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Academic Planning and Approval The academic planning process at UTSW requires formal approval for changes such as the creation of new academic programs, modifications to existing academic programs, creation of cooperative agreements with other institutions, changes to instructional modality, etc. The…

Interpersonal conflict in teams can be frustrating and lead to dissatisfaction at work. Conflict itself is not the problem. Conflict around ideas is a necessary and productive element of high-performing teams.

Prior to writing this blog, I had every intention of discussing the various ways to keep your summer exciting while spending time with your children. Rest assured, I will still cover those ideas. However, during my search for fun activities, my son reminded me of the little things we can do around the house that have a significant impact on his life—and I'm certain they will for yours as well.

“Love makes the world go round, so the saying goes. Often, it’s associated with romance, passion, and grand gestures to the person who makes our heart go a-thumpin’. Little do we realize that for the world to truly go ‘round, love begins with oneself (or it should, anyway).” -- Tatiana Azman

Conflict is not a strange thing for people. Human beings experience it in their day-to-day lives – with their friends, families, and more so in their professional lives. Often when we think of conflict, it usually includes external individuals such as co-workers, bosses, friends, family members, children, spouses, etc. However, what if I challenged you to go inward and consider inner conflicts you may have within yourself that are hindering you from achieving wellness?

While everyone has a voice, being taught how to have ownership of that voice does not come easy to everyone, and in some cases the practice of advocating for yourself or others, setting boundaries, having hard conversations, and saying no can be intimidating, even to the most powerful people. We take it for granted, but the ability to use your voice authentically, fearlessly, and confidently is powerful!

Asking for help is often seen as a sign of weakness, but it can actually be a sign of strength. There are many reasons why we might not ask for help, but the most common are that we're afraid of being seen as weak, we're afraid of being told no, or we've been burned in the past by people who offered help but didn't actually help. Yet life is full of things we cannot do alone. Asking for what you need from others is a critical life skill to practice. There are a few key things to keep in mind when asking for help. First, be as specific as possible about what kind of help you need. Second, be open to different types of help. Finally, be accepting and grateful for whatever help you receive, even if it’s indirect.

Self-compassion is important for our mental and emotional well-being. It allows us to be kind to ourselves, even when we make mistakes. This can help us to learn from our mistakes and grow as people. Self-compassion can also help us to cope with stress and difficult emotions. When we are compassionate towards ourselves, we are less likely to judge ourselves harshly or engage in negative self-talk. This can lead to increased feelings of happiness, self-worth, and resilience.