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“Life in a Fishbowl”. Stephen Heggem. What Do Y ou K now A bout…. What Do You Know About…. What Do You Know About…. To Live in a Fishbowl?. What Does I t M ean. You Have Now Entered the Fishbowl. RA = Local Celebrity They know who you are They know things about you People watch you
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“Life in a Fishbowl” Stephen Heggem
To Live in a Fishbowl? What Does It Mean
You Have Now Entered the Fishbowl • RA = Local Celebrity • They know who you are • They know things about you • People watch you • Do they really know you? • It’s about PERCEPTION
Being a Role Model • You are now a role model • Whether you have accepted it or not • Residents are… • Watching • Listening • Copying • What behavior(s) might be misinterpreted?
Fishbowl - Cons • You never leave the fishbowl • Class • Davenport • Off-campus • Social media • You never know when residents are watching
Fishbowl - Pros • Tremendous opportunity to… • Shape students • Make a difference • Your behavior should make residents… • Get involved • Enjoy the college experience • Care about their community • Your voice carries greater significance
How to Keep a Clean Fishbowl • Think about what you’re doing • You represent more than just YOU • Representing… • Building • Staff (Small & Large) • Supervisor • S.H.A.R.E. Office • ULV • “How would I feel if my residents/supervisor saw me do this?”
How to Keep a Clean Fishbowl • Make a good impression • Why fight a bad one? • Ask for help! • Avoid Hooks • Poor friend choices • Peer pressure • Bad habits • Social media • Take care of yourself • 24/7 lifestyle • Stress levels • Wellness Wheel