Dear Wellness Community,
It’s hard to believe it, but we’re rounding the corner to the end of this academic year! If your time at UW is coming to a close and you’ve formed a relationship with a Wellness Counselor, we’d like to encourage you to book an appointment to have a send off, even if it’s been a while since we’ve seen you.
Closing your counseling work intentionally can be gratifying and joyful and we want the opportunity to wish you well in your next chapter as well! (I’m saying this early to make sure you can get a slot, but you can always reach out by email if you have trouble finding one.)
This week’s Wellness Corner authored by:
Julia Kocian, LICSW, MPH
GME Wellness Counselor
Monday – Thursday at UWMC Montlake
206.543.6408
jkocian@uw.edu
GME Wellness Counseling
Contents
GME Wellness Kitchen on Fire Event
Have an hour? Make it a Happy Hour! Join us for a virtual culinary experience with your pod/partner/friend/pet in the comfort of your kitchen. You will get to participate in a live tutorial on how to make a tasty beverage and appetizer to enjoy by the end of the hour with your colleagues.
Date: Wednesday, April 28th
Time: 6:30pm to 7:30pm
The MARVELous Peeps: COVengers Assemble
Check out this amazing Peeps contest entry from Dr. Patty Ojeda (PGY 5 Diagnostic Radiology)!
[Spiderman, Thor, Captain Marvel on the top row; Captain America and the Hulk on the bottom row]
Patty describes: “Marvel superheroes are defeating Coronaviruses at the UWMC campus (representing the courageous acts by UW ‘peeps’ as we have defended against COVID-19 these past several months). The silhouettes in the hospital windows represent patients celebrating the heroic efforts!” The MARVELous Peeps get their close-ups here.
Black Lives Matter
- Next time you’re looking to shake up your routine, check out the delicious coffee at Boon Boona Coffee in Renton, sourced sustainably from African coffee growers. Boon Boona is committed to creating inclusive community and celebrating East African coffee-culture. Thanks Taha Kagadawala for this find! (*Also check out the cool plant shop next door!*)
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Search for businesses owned by minority communities and make your dollars do good!
- FREE Bystander Trainings
- If you haven’t familiarized yourself with the UW Bias Incident Reporting Tool yet, check it out here.
- Check out NURF’s latest newsletter here!
You Got Me Google
Self Driving Bike, available for a limited time only!
Jib Jab
Send a hilarious video card to a friend!
A Local Food Delivery App
Think Green!
- Here’s an app to help keep you focused! When you stay on task, your tree will grow, and the Forest app supports real tree planting around the world! Thanks to Akila Ramaraj, (PGY 3: Surgery- Pediatric Research) for this find!
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The best growing seasons are quickly approaching and you may not have time to get to the farmer’s market every week. How about a discounted produce box from one of these delivery services? 15% off $25+ orders at Pacific Harvest OR 15% off of every subscription at Milkrun!
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Seattle Tree Walks – Map yours today!
- With the longer light and warmer temps, it’s the prime time for catching a post-work sunset – pick from these 20 primo spots, or just find the highest hill in your neighborhood!
AAPI Spotlight
- We’ve been holding the AAPI members of our community in our hearts lately. Here is a whole slew of AAPI support ideas, resources and educational tools to explore.
- One of our psych residents, Dr. James Lee, had a perspective piece on combating AAPI violence published in the NEJM. Check it out here.
- Asian and Asian-American photographers answer the question “What does love look like in a time of hate?” Spend some time with the photo-essay.
Wellness Corner Quick Links
Mindfulness Minute
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Watch this smart kiddo help his brother calm himself with a breathing exercise. And three cheers for that super-mom!
- Self-Compassion is a comfort in times of stress and not only increases resilience and perseverance, but also enhances compassion for others. What’s not to love?
Entertainment
- Try your printmaking skills at home with a UW’s own, Professor Curt Labitzke!
- One of my favorite cinema events every year is the Oscar nominated shorts–this year you can rent one bundle (animated, documentary and live action) from SIFF or get all three for $30 and you’ll have a whole month to watch. When you do the math on how many movie tickets you would have had to buy, it’s a steal!
- Seattle Restaurant Week is back! And it lasts the whole month of April. Search by neighborhood, cuisine and even ownership to find your perfect spot and then make a reservation so you’re sure to get a spot.
Gems from Treasure Valley
- Duck Donuts is coming to town! Don’t miss the grand opening Saturday, April 24th. Yum!
- Set to the music of Nina Simone, For Pixie, a ballet duet, is available to stream now. ($15)
- Trivia, comedy, live music and free pint glasses are sprinkled throughout Craft Beer Month which runs through April.
- Be sure to check out the virtual events mentioned above as well!
Got Feedback for Us?
We’d love to hear it! Share your thoughts about the Wellness Corner, suggestions for future events, discounts or articles to highlight, or anything else you’d like to share. Please email your thoughts to Dipti Chrastka (diptic@uw.edu) and/or Julia Kocian (jkocian@uw.edu).