State YOU.

In this episode of State YOU, Devon interviews Diane Marin and Natalia Peddycoart from @sdsucareerservices. Learn about the many resources that Career Services offers, and how they can help you find a great job! We also talk about the Aztec Mentor Program (@sdsu_amp) which can help you connect with a mentor. Whether you are looking for a part-time job, an internship, or you just want to feel more career-ready, this episode will have some helpful tips. 

In this episode of State YOU. Ricky and Devon interview poet Anjuli Nunn. Anjuli is the author of three books: Rise Up Femininity, The Therapist, and From the Hands of a Survivor. In the interview, Anjuli shares how she got through some painful life experiences, the lessons she learned, the benefits of therapy, and how she has used creativity as a means for healing. If you're interested in learning more about Anjuli's work, you can connect with her on instagram (@unjuliwrites) or on her website https://www.anjulinunn.com/

In this episode of State YOU. Ricky and Devon interview Edie Heali'i from @powerofhula. Edia is a motivational speaker, an artistic director, and a professional entertainer. She discusses how she uses hula and dance to help others, and how she overcame challenging experiences to create a meaningful and passion-driven life. 

In this episode of State You, tune into Devon and Kate's conversation about substance abuse, common myths, and the road to recovery with the help of SDSU programs found at the Counseling and Psychological Services. 

The open mic event connects artists, entrepreneurs, and helping professionals promote wellness in the community. This year we want to allow local artists and students to see themselves on a big stage for an important cause, Mental Health awareness, and the celebration of Black History Month.  Let the Poets Speak is an annual event and fundraiser for the San Diego Association of Black Psychologists (ABPsi) this year hosted in collaboration with the Black Resource Center (BRC), Center for Intercultural Relations (CIR), and the Harold K. Brown Knowledge, Education, and Empowerment Program (KEEP). The open mic has received generous sponsorship from Sharp Rees-Stealy, Alvarado Parkway Institute Behavioral Health Center, Mesa College Black Studies Dept., CDAIE, AIU Diversity Committee, and the San Diego Psychological Association. Tickets are based on donations and all proceeds from tickets will go to support mental health efforts in our region. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/247387381317

Welcome back to another semester of State YOU! In this episode, Ricky and Devon discuss the ongoing challenges of the pandemic, and how to find gratitude, joy and connection despite the difficult circumstances. As always, thanks for listening. 

This week on State YOU. we talk with Karina Esteban (@karina_esteban), Executive Vice President of Associated Students (@as_sdsu) at SDSU. Karina tells us about some of the work that A.S is doing to increase awareness about mental health on campus, and we discuss some strategies for improving your mental health and overall well-being. Listen and enjoy! 

Just in time for final exams, we discuss how you can manage stress and use mindfulness to keep yourself calm during the stressful time of finals week. We hope you enjoy this episode... And be sure to check out the C&PS website https://sacd.sdsu.edu/cps for more great resources and helpful tips as you prepare for the end of the semester!

On the latest episode of State YOU. we discuss how to be a supportive friend. If you've ever worried about somebody but felt unsure about how to talk about it with them, this episode is for you. We also talk about the importance of being vulnerable and forming connections. We hope you enjoy this episode. 

This week we are joined by Tyler Rolling from @sdsuwellbeinghealthpromotion and our own Dr. Emily Roberts Parker to discuss intuitive eating, the dangers of diet culture, and how to start appreciating your body.

On this episode of State YOU. Devon and Ricky chat with @naomiisabel_ and @daniela_garcia from @active_minds_sdsu, a student organization devoted to reducing the stigma surrounding mental illness. They talk about mental health on the SDSU campus, how students can feel more connected, and the good work that Active Minds is doing to help students feel more comfortable talking about their mental health. 

Quote shared by Quinn during the interview. "I hope everybody could get rich and famous and will have everything they ever dreamed of, so they will know that it's not the answer." - Jim Carrey.

Welcome back to a brand new season of State YOU.! In this first episode of the new school year, we introduce our new co-host Ricky Pope and our new producer Alex Nuno. Then, we talk about the Free Play Project, a timely and relevant theatre production on the SDSU campus. We are joined by Associate Professor Dani Bedau, as well as Cierra Watkins and Leilani Snow from Black Renassiance.  Don't forget to follow @sdsucounseling on Instagram to stay up to date with State YOU. And for more info about the Free Play Project, check out https://ttf.sdsu.edu/.  Produced by: Alex Nuno

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