SOAP Series
What is SOAP?
March 16, 2025 | 6:30pm CT
This session will focus on the ins and outs of the SOAP process for M4s; how to prepare your application, personal statement, navigate phone calls and interviews to be successful with the SOAP.
Support in the SOAP
March 17, 2025 | 1:00pm CT
This session will provide a space for M4s who did not Match to uplift one another and hear from people who have gone through the process of SOAP, whether successful or not.
Strengthen Your Statement
March 18, 2025 | 11:00am CT
This session will have breakout rooms available with residents and attendings who can help with personal statement review to submit in the SOAP.
Free and Confidential Counseling
- Physician Support Line (888-409-0141): confidential hotline that provides free psychiatric support for doctors
- Text HOME to 741741 (US National Crisis Text Line)
- Project Parachute: free teletherapy by volunteer psychologists for frontline health workers
- NAMI Chicago is offering free, confidential peer support groups. More info/register here.
- Samaritans Helpline (877-273-8255): free and confidential helpline that offers support for those who are feeling concerned about themselves or others
Helpful Apps for Coping Strategies
- Virtual Hope Box (free app that helps with coping developed by the Department of Veterans Affairs)
- Delightful Gratitude Journal (Free journaling resource)
- Your Language Matters – Tips For Talking About Suicide
Relaxation and Mindfulness Apps
- Headspace (free for New Yorkers and healthcare providers using your NPI number)
- Ten Percent Happier (free for healthcare providers using code HEALTHCARE)
- ZivaOnline (meditation and mindfulness, currently free for doctors and nurses)
- Meditation RX (free during the pandemic)
- Calm (free meditations on different subjects, including meditations specifically for healthcare workers)
- All Mental Health (provides coping and communication skills specific to COVID-19)
- Center of Mind-Body-Med (Guided Imagery & Soft Belly Breathing)
Free At-Home Exercise Apps/Videos/Classes
- Down Dog Yoga App (has yoga, HIIT, barre, 7 minute workout)
- Planet Fitness (free live streamed fitness classes)
- Les Mills (tons of free home workout videos)
- Fitness Blender (free workout videos with a bunch of different styles)
- Here’s a list of a bunch of at-home exercise/yoga/dance options you can try.
- Meditation Oasis (Free Podcast & Meditation Exercises)
- U of Rochester Med (Guided Meditation, Yoga, and Body Scan Audio Files)
Exercise Trackers/Motivators
- Sworkit
- Zombies, Run!
- Strava (running and cycling)
- Nike training app
Habit Changing Apps
- Streaks ($5)
- Productive
- Habithub (Android only)
If you are overwhelmed with emotions like sadness, depression, or anxiety
- If the situation is life-threatening, call 9-1-1 or go the nearest emergency department
- https://988lifeline.org/988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Text or call 988 or chat 988lifeline.org. Caring counselors listen and provide free and confidential support 24/7.
- Online Lifeline Crisis Chat is free and confidential. You’ll be connected to a skilled, trained counselor in your area.
- Disaster Distress Helpline (call 1-800-985-5990 or text TalkWithUs to 66746)
- NIMH (Warning Signs of Suicide)
- #BeThe1To help someone in emotional pain – step by step