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Despite the camaraderie and support often found in graduate programs, sometimes it can feel like no one truly comprehends your experience. When this happens, it's easy to become overwhelmed by feelings of rejection that may lead you to isolation from classmates and faculty. Has this ever happened to

Everyone experiences moments of personal and professional challenge that can be discouraging in occupational therapy school. Despite the hurdles that may be encountered in our pursuit of goals, it is important to avoid giving in to negative thoughts and know “this too shall pass.” By recognizing and

Discrimination has many forms; some are more difficult to identify than others. Microaggressions are a subtle form of bias that is often overlooked or unacknowledged yet still impacts individuals from underrepresented backgrounds. As graduate OT students who may identify with this issue and represe

Graduate school is similar to working full-time, with many ups and downs that affect your mood. Celebrate yourself whenever you complete a task or take a risk during the week. Writing a gratitude letter to yourself, or doing whatever brings you joy can allow you to feel purpose. Journal about somet