ACTIVITY REPORT
| Department | Postgraduate Department of Psychology |
| Title of the Activity | Self -Care Session February on work life balance |
| Date of the Activity | 26/2/2026 |
| Nature of the Activity | Offline |
| Venue | Hospicio Margao |
| Academic Year | 2025-2026 |
Objectives of the Activity:
- To challenge the “hustle culture” mindset by demonstrating the physiological link between rest and high-quality cognitive output.
- To provide concrete communication strategies for setting expectations with managers, colleagues, and family members regarding availability.
Activity Overview:
On 26 February 2026, the students of the Post-Graduate Department of Psychology, Carmel College of Arts, Science, and Commerce for Women, Nuvem, Goa, conducted a specialized session on self-care for the healthcare Professionals of Serena Palliative Care, on work life balance.
Participants explored practical strategies to manage professional demands without sacrificing personal well-being and mental health. A significant portion of the session was dedicated to deconstructing the “50/50” myth—the idea that work and life should occupy equal weights at all times. Participants explored the concept of Cognitive Switching Penny, which refers to the mental cost incurred every time an individual pivots between a professional task and a personal
The session was well received by the participants. Staff members actively engaged in discussions and shared their experiences.
Outcomes of the Activity:
- Particpants Identified the physiological and psychological symptoms of burnout and chronic str
- Participants analyzed personal daily routines to pinpoint “boundary leaks” where professional demands infringe upon recovery time.
Beneficiaries:
| No. of Partcipants | 17 |
| No. of Staff | 0 |
| Total No. of Participants | 17 |