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Spring 2023 LifeDesign Showcase

April 25th, 2023 | 3:45 - 6:30

Students in the Spring 2023 LifeDesign: Art & Science of Human Flourishing Course will lead interactive 30-minute sessions on a topics from this semester’s journey that are particularly meaningful to them. You are welcome to come to one session, two sessions, or the whole event.

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Explore the sessions below!

Each interactive session will be for 30 minutes.
Group A: 3:45 - 4:15
Group B: 4:30 - 5:00
Group C: 5:15 - 5:45
There will be refreshments following the final session.

Group A | 3:45 - 4:15 pm

Accepting and Making the Most of What you Cannot Control

Alana Klein
So much in life is out of our control! Learn some tools to live on the bright side!
The Grounding Power of Gratitude: Learning to Become More Present

Jill McEntee, Jane Streicher
Overcoming obstacles and understanding the importance of gratitude!
Wonder & Poetry

Dylan Taylor, Emily Shelburne
Wonder is often associated to the world's most beautiful locations. Poetry has tried to to put the inexpressible into words. What we will discover is that wonder is not reserved for the poets and adventurers, but for us, here and now.
You Can Reach Higher

Caroline Pracht
We will focus on growth mindsets and reframing practices, and how they go together and can impact your life for the better in the long run when you practice it on the day-to-day.
The Flourishing Tree

Joe Ricotta
Much like trees, there are certain things all people need to flourish. Knowing what your needs are can help you organize your life and avoid burn out by prioritizing your necessities.
You're enough. I promise!

Tia Mittle
We often find ourselves questioning whether everything we're doing is enough, comparing ourselves to others, and undermining everything we are and are capable of. Let's start giving ourselves the credit we deserve!
Discovering Your "Not Yet" Activities

Anna Wagner
Everyone is a beginner at first, so why do we let the fear of failure stop us from trying new things? Let's explore some small "not yet" activities that could turn out to be moments of joy.

Group B | 4:30 - 5:00 pm

Failure Immunity

Matthew Hawke, Anna Heger
In this session we will attempt to cast a wide net of scenarios and relate them to our own failure immunity scorecard, helping our audience understand growth insights and effective reframes.
Finding Beauty in the Mundane

Abby Helenbrook
Do you ever find yourself dreading the daily chores? What if you could change your mindset and see these tasks as opportunities to find beauty in your everyday life? In this session, we will explore ways to slow down and appreciate the simple moments, and find awe in even the most mundane tasks.
The Next Pearl: A Pathway to Spiritual Radiance

Wonu Fasasi
Deep, guttural, radiating joy exists within us. Let's lean into the understanding of our roles as the determiners of our fate to find it.
The Gift of Gratitude

Clare Cullinan
Explore the importance of gratitude as it relates to relationships! Engage in an activity, inspired by accompaniment, to express your gratitude to someone close to you :)
Growth Mindset: Pushing Past The Discomfort

Carolina Bolivar, London Williams
Do you want to learn how to overcome your fear of failure and embrace new challenges? Join us in this session where I will share with you the power of growth mindset and how it can help you achieve your goals and dreams.
Mindfulness Through Music

Katie McNutt
Come for a harmonious experience of the power of music to aid our mindfulness!

Group C | 5:15 - 5:45 pm

Building a Life of Balanced Caring

Isabella Gomez
We will to explore the relationship between compassion, emotions, and resilience, the sociocultural barriers to practicing compassion, and the attitudes underlying and supporting a compassionate mindset.
Mindful Painting

Karyme Grosso
Do you want to unleash your creativity and relax your mind at the same time? Join us for a fun and inspiring session on exploring mindful painting, where you will learn how to express yourself through colors and shapes while being present in the moment.
Yoga-to Go With the Flow

Colleen Murdock
Join us for a short session where we will guide you through some simple poses and breathing exercises that will help you energize and find your flow!
Gratitude at This Moment

Sonia Zhang
Join the session to reflect and be thankful for all the encounters in your life! We will be doing gratitude meditation, reflection, group discussion, and more!
Don’t Be A Stranger

Jacob Buckendorf, Amanda Brooks
We will explore how happiness is tied to relationships through vulnerability, boundaries, and impact. We will also discuss how to find joy and compassion through our connection with others.
Don't Forget to Breathe

Jay Won Lee
I will educate the audience about the importance of focusing on our breath as a tool for overcoming obstacles and staying grounded, and also introduce practical breathing techniques that can be easily implemented in various situations.
A Seed of Compassion: Growing in the Good Life

Leah Brucal
A thoughtful reflection of relationships through the lens of compassion and lessons from the Book of Joy. How might we grow in compassion while developing deeper relationships with others?