Strategy

Keeping Things in Perspective

MIT students discuss how stepping back and looking at their situations objectively helped them to put their struggles in a broader context and realize that it’s going to be okay.

Gerardo Talks About Keeping Things in Perspective

Melissa Talks About Keeping Things in Perspective

Samir Talks About Keeping Things in Perspective

Evan Talks About Keeping Things in Perspective

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Reframing Negative Experiences

MIT students share how they deal with negative thoughts as a result of past struggles and comparing themselves to others.

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Mental Health Support

MIT students talk about how mental health counseling has helped them reframe negative thoughts.

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Gratitude

MIT Students talk about ways to reflect and remain grateful for the small things, in order to remain positive in difficult times.

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