We are nearly there! The first fall semester with completely new circumstances and changes is almost over. In anticipation of the end of the semester and the beginning of a hopefully refreshing and rejuvenating break, here are some things that our Career Assistants hope you can enjoy to learn, reflect, and grow a little more from after you finish your finals and as you may unwind from this crazy semester.
Note: The views and opinions expressed in any of these podcasts, books, and apps are those of the authors and creators and do not necessarily reflect the official policy, position, or views of of the Human Ecology Career Exploration Center.
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Podcasts
1. Unlocking Us with Brené Brown
“Join researcher and #1 New York Times best-selling author Brené Brown as she unpacks and explores the ideas, stories, experiences, books, films, and music that reflect the universal experiences of being human, from the bravest moments to the most brokenhearted.”
Listen to podcasts about the stress cycle and burnout, storytelling and joy as resistance, and more!
2. You’re Wrong About
“Mike and Sarah are journalists obsessed with the past. Every week they reconsider a person or event that’s been miscast in the public imagination. “
Imagine anything from a 5-episode series on Princess Diana to the reality of the Tuskegee Syphilis study
3. The Happiness Lab
“In The Happiness Lab podcast, Yale professor Dr Laurie Santos will take you through the latest scientific research and share some surprising and inspiring stories that will forever alter the way you think about happiness.”
4. The Science of Happiness
“What does it take to live a happier life? Learn research-tested strategies that you can put into practice today. Hosted by award-winning psychologist Dacher Keltner. Co-produced by PRX and UC Berkeley’s Greater Good Science Center.”
5. Green Dreamer
“Green Dreamer is a podcast and multimedia journal exploring our paths to holistic healing, ecological regeneration, and true abundance and wellness *for all*.”
This podcast covers of sustainability from perspectives ranging from food systems to business
Books
1. Atomic Habits by James Clear
2. The Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up by Marie Kondo
3. The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck by Mark Manson
Apps
1. Headspace
You can use Headspace for free, or opt for a discounted student subscription that gives you access to sleepcasts, soundscapes, and a variety of other meditation series
2. Calm
For soundspaces, meditation, and a helpful breathing exercises
3. Forest or Flora
Getting side-tracked by your phone or other technology? Set a timer that prevents you from distracting pages/apps this app/desktop extension. Each success plants a tree in your own forest. You can even plant real trees if you earn enough points! You can plant with friends as well.
4. Hoopla
Check to see if your library has a subscription to hoopla! If so, you can borrow and stream music, movies, and e-books for free.