How Do I Take Care of Myself in College? | Papaya Talk

Summary

In this conversation, Alyssa and Nadia discuss various aspects of self-care in college. They chat about surprises in college life, how to take care of yourself on your own, managing medications, seeking medical advice, personal care products while studying abroad, and the cost of self-care. Nadia shares her experiences and challenges in taking care of herself while navigating college life. They also discuss the importance of establishing care and finding healthcare providers in a new location, like when moving away for college. Overall, the conversation highlights the importance of self-care and the need to adapt to new healthcare systems and routines in college.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Weekend Recap

01:19 Revelations and Surprises in College Life

03:04 Medications and Self-Care

08:07 Different Types of Medications

10:46 Seeking Medical Advice and Establishing Care

13:33 Taking Care of Health Needs

18:18 Personal Care Products and Studying Abroad

20:09 Dealing with Illness Abroad

25:31 The Cost of Self-Care

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