Overview
This mental health workshop is part of the Mental Strategies Initiative sponsored by the Techniker Krankenkasse. It will be led by Daniela Kiel.
The workshop will be a 2-day event, with morning and afternoon sessions (9am-4pm) and a lunch break.
Update on the schedule: Friday session will start at 10:15am.
In case of any questions, please contact us at postdocrep@evolbio.mpg.de.
Workshop outline
Day 1:
1. Introduction to Mental Health.
1. Understanding the importance of mental health.
2. Overview of common mental health challenges.
2. Stress Management.
1. Stress test: Identifying personal stressors.
2. Strategies for stress reduction and coping mechanisms.
3. Overcoming Exam Anxiety.
1. Understanding the roots of exam anxiety.
2. Techniques for managing and reducing exam anxiety.
4. Dealing with Procrastination.
1. Recognizing patterns of procrastination.
2. Tools and strategies for overcoming procrastination.
Day 2:
5. Building Motivation.
1. Understanding motivation and its role in mental health.
2. Techniques for boosting and sustaining motivation.
6. Addressing Limiting Beliefs.
1. Identifying and challenging negative beliefs.
2. Cultivating positive self-talk and beliefs.
7. Time and Learning Management.
1. Effective time management strategies.
2. Enhancing learning efficiency and productivity.
8. Self-Management Techniques.
1. Building resilience and self-awareness.
2. Developing self-care routines and practices.
