Saturday, March 29, 2008

Sabath the desired Self-Care

I needed a Saturday like today. Sleep in and rest.

It might sound a easy thing to do, but for me it is a privilege. Usually, I will be doing homework at Panera Bread (free net), participating in some kind of meeting, or house chores.

But as i mentioned, today was different. My wife and I went to the Six Flags and had a GREAT time. I recognize this is, and will be instrumental in achieving my academic goals (Ph.D).

It is a inside joke to talk about self care amongst the members of my cohort.

Well, I did it, at least for today.
Douglas Ribeiro
Counseling Psychology PhD Student
Georgia State University

Monday, March 24, 2008

Just Surviving :D

As you can see working on a Ph.D. is somewhat time consuming. Looking back I realize that I did have the time to come and add a post or two; I just didn't have the brain power to do so :D

Well It has been a amazing ride. 
   From learning about the basics of research to debating race and ethnic relations. 
   From practicing at the university's counseling center to learning the ins and outs of being a supervisee. 

The first year is coming down to an end. I realized that in someways I loved and hated it. I quote my wife and mentor, "You are doing exactly what you want to do". Amen, I just need to balance it all.