In this episode, we explore the journey of a Maryville University graduate student, Cadie Buschjost, as she navigates her transition from undergraduate studies to her master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. We discuss the importance of mentorship, involvement, and embracing new challenges in professional growth.

Key Topics:

• Cadie academic and extracurricular journey at Maryville University
• The role of mentorship and faculty support in academic success
• Engagement in student organizations like NAMI and Res Life
• How Maryville’s community and resources support student development
• Professional experiences including research, practicum, and career planning
• Reflections on inter-cohort mentoring and creating student organizations
• The importance of stepping outside comfort zones for growth
• Practical advice for students transitioning to graduate studies

Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction to Cadie Buschjost’s background and Maryville experience
02:01 - Cadie’s involvement in Res Life and living on campus
04:20 - Academic path: psychology, sociology, English minor, and research highlights
08:24 - How a class with Dr. Brittany Robinson influenced Cadie’s career focus
10:05 - The mentorship experience and faculty support at Maryville
14:08 - Introduction to NAMI and campus mental health advocacy work
16:52 - Developing student organizations and peer mentorship ideas
19:45 - Transition from undergrad to graduate school and adaptation strategies
23:07 - Challenges of online learning and building discipline in grad studies
26:05 - Highlights of Cadie’s favorite courses and research projects
29:40 - How curiosity and asking questions propelled Katie’s academic pursuits
32:25 - The value of asking for opportunities and networking
33:52 - Reflection on professional identity and future goals in counseling
37:33 - Discussing practicum, fieldwork, and team-based learning
40:22 - Preparing for practical application and counseling skills development
42:08 - The significance of metacognitive reflection outside of the classroom
43:35 - Mentor moment: the importance of stepping outside your comfort zone

Discover practical approaches to building mental toughness, understanding its components, and applying it in sports and life. We dive into how mental toughness is developed, the importance of emotional and cognitive control, and the role of self-compassion.

In this episode:

• The difference between personality traits and trainable skills in mental toughness
• The four pillars of mental toughness: confidence, challenge, commitment, and control
• How mental toughness influences performance under pressure
• Building confidence through internal vs. external motivators
• Embracing challenge and the concept of pressure training
• The significance of emotional regulation strategies like cognitive reappraisal
• The role of self-compassion in mental toughness and overcoming perfectionism
• Practical tools for resetting emotions and maintaining focus during competition
• The long-term view: winning versus learning, progress, and resilience

Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction to Mentor Moments and episode overview
02:00 - Using Slack at Maryville and work-life balance tips
04:00 - Updates on the Missouri Rehab Association events and highlights
06:30 - Personal experience shooting guns and insights on firearms safety
09:00 - Comparing inside-the-range personalities and cultural observations
11:00 - Impact of new MLB pitch clock system and technological integration in sports
13:00 - Deep dive into the concept of mental toughness and its traits
16:30 - The evolution of mental toughness from personality trait to trainable skill
17:45 - The four Cs of mental toughness: Confidence, Challenge, Commitment, Control
19:00 - Differentiating resilience from mental toughness in pursuing challenges
22:00 - Strategies for seeking and embracing challenge responsibly
24:00 - Pressure training and the importance of practice under stress
26:30 - The role of commitment: intrinsic vs. extrinsic motivation
28:00 - Building internal and external confidence in athletes
30:15 - Framing wins and losses as opportunities for learning
32:00 - Emotional control: managing pendulum swings between extremes
36:00 - The importance of emotional regulation and reappraisal
38:00 - The significance of authentic emotional expression and co-regulation
41:00 - Long-term emotional resilience: staying cool under pressure
44:00 - The value of having a reset trigger and teammate support for emotional regulation
46:00 - The difficulty and importance of maintaining composure over a season
48:00 - The process-focused mindset: small wins, milestones, and progress checks
50:00 - Integrating self-compassion into mental toughness thinking
52:00 - Reframing mistakes with self-compassion and growth mindset principles
54:00 - Final thoughts and upcoming topics

In this episode of Mentor Moments, we explore the phenomenon of therapy speak, the misuse and misunderstanding of clinical language both within and outside the therapeutic community. We discuss how therapy terms are often misused on social media, their impact on society's understanding of mental health, and ways therapists can promote responsible language use.

Key Topics Discussed:

• The origins and definition of therapy speak as the misuse of clinical terminology
• How social media influences the spreading and distortion of therapy terms
• Examples of common therapy words like narcissism, boundaries, gaslighting, OCD, and autism spectrum
• The reasons behind the use of therapy speak, including social currency and avoidance of accountability
• The potential harm of oversimplifying or misapplying therapy language
• Strategies for therapists to correct misconceptions without alienating clients
• The importance of nuanced understanding and using language that empowers clients
• The role of professional responsibility in maintaining accurate communication and education

Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction to the episode and guest Liz Sarchet
01:21 - The story behind Liz's involvement in writing on therapy speak
03:13 - Sharing personal updates and recent experiences
04:47 - Utah trip and outdoor adventures
06:55 - Getting to know Liz: background and motivations for entering therapy
10:05 - Why therapy speak exists and social media influence
14:04 - The origins of therapy speak: misconceptions and culture
17:12 - How therapy words are misused or misunderstood
19:24 - The social and professional reasons behind therapy speak
24:21 - Common examples and misconceptions of therapy language (gaslighting, OCD, autism)
25:54 - The danger of expanding or diluting therapeutic terminology
26:47 - The impact of language on identity and appropriate use
28:37 - The weaponization and misuse of therapy terms in media and everyday life
30:24 - Correcting misconceptions and helping clients articulate feelings
32:01 - The influence of therapists' authority on client language and responsibility
33:42 - Building trust while managing expectations in therapy
35:04 - Raising awareness and the importance of education in combating misinformation
36:48 - Ideas for future research and content on therapy speak
38:40 - Bridging the gap between societal understanding and professional language
40:43 - Closing reflections and advice for practitioners and society