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Irina is a licensed Psychotherapist, Emotional Educator, and the Co-founder of Acertivo, the Mental Health platform, designed for agile teams Friendly.rb is an International Ruby Conference hosted in Bucharest at the end of September and focuses on community and creating connections. https://friendlyrb.com https://twitter.com/friendlyrb
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In the presentation titled "Mental Health for Developers," Irina Paraschiv, a licensed psychotherapist and emotional educator, discusses the importance of emotional well-being within the tech community. The session, held during the Friendly.rb 2023 conference, emphasizes that mental health is often overlooked amidst a focus on hard skills in coding and project management. Irina encourages developers to understand and manage their emotions for overall mental health improvement. Key points covered include: - **Importance of Mental Health**: Irina argues that emotional health is foundational for decision-making and relationships, contrasting it with the technical skills often prioritized in developers' training. - **Understanding Emotions**: Emotions are presented as essential signals that inform individuals about their context. For example, anxiety can enhance focus and preparation, while anger communicates boundary violations. - **Perspective Shift**: The speaker emphasizes shifting the perception of mental health from a focus solely on negative aspects to a broader understanding that includes recognizing and managing all emotions. - **Practical Framework for Mental Health**: - **Body Budgeting**: Maintaining physical health through good sleep, nutrition, and hydration improves mental well-being. - **Emotional Awareness**: Regular self-check-ins on emotions contribute to better emotional regulation. - **Nurturing Relationships**: Quality over quantity in relationships impacts emotional health positively. Reflecting on and maintaining satisfying connections is vital. - **Taking Action**: Engaging in actions that resonate with personal values nurtures mental health. Irina concludes with the idea that emotional health is a continuous process that requires active engagement, much like physical fitness. The session ends with an invitation to utilize the Acertivo mental health platform for further resources. Overall, the presentation promotes less fear surrounding mental health discussions and advocates for proactive management of emotional wellbeing in the tech industry.
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