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🎒📚 Heading back to school can bring a mix of excitement and stress, especially for those on their sobriety journey. It's important to prioritize self-care and reach out for support if you're feeling overwhelmed. Remember, you're not alone—whether it's managing anxiety, navigating new social environments, or handling academic pressures, there are resources and communities ready to help. Let's face this school year together, one step at a time. 💪 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dRqexAWq ✨ #BackToSchool #SobrietySupport #SelfCare #MentalHealthMatters

Seeing your child struggle with anxiety in school can be heartbreaking. From feeling overwhelmed by schoolwork to navigating friendships, their worries can feel heavy. But with your support, they don’t have to face it alone. Here’s how you can help: - Have open, gentle conversations about their feelings. Let them know you’re listening. - Teach them simple breathing exercises to calm their mind when things get too much. - Break down their tasks together, so things feel less overwhelming. - Remind them it’s okay to step back and take breaks when needed. - Stay in touch with their teachers to make sure they’re getting support where it counts. Together, we can make school a little less scary for them. #anxietyinschool #childanxiety #parentingadvice #schoolstruggles #mentalhealthmatters

Discover the power of reflection in our program designed for pupils facing challenges in expressing emotions. ❤️ Breaking down barriers to learning and social interaction, this tailored approach, empowers children to manage anxiety, stress, and elevate self-esteem, confidence, and resilience. 💪 #wellbeing #mentalhealth #resilience

Sending your kids back to school can be difficult, but these 5 tips will make the adjustment easier and quicker! Keep reading for more details ⬇️ 1. Create consistent morning and bedtime routines. Making sure your child is getting the sleep they need is so important to them having a successful day at school! Keeping a routine will help to ensure that need is met consistently throughout the school year. 2. Provide your child with choices so that they feel like their voice is being heard. Allowing them to choose from a small group of breakfast options, outfits, or school supplies empowers them to feel like they are a part of the decisions impacting them. 3. Model organization and communication skills. Kids often learn from what they see and the more you can show them the behaviors you hope they emulate, the better! 4. Praise behaviors you'd like to see from your child again and validate their worries. We all need encouragement and someone to lean on sometimes and being sure to give your child that support through the back to school transition is so important! 5. If your child is struggling, don't be afraid to find a therapist in your area! We'd love to help you at Pure Health Center for anyone local to the Chicago area 💙 If you need further support, reach out to Missy for parent coaching services #backtoschool #kids #children #therapy #childrensmentalhealth #therapist #parents #parentingtips #parentcoaching

Trigger Warning: Mentions of loss of life. We must do better for our young people. Let’s work towards a future where teenagers can simply be themselves and flourish. Together, we can help them thrive. #bullyingawareness #youthmentor #supportforteens #schoolsupport #education #mentalhealth

Please join a Back-to-School conversation where we’ll explore: Building Connection: Strategies to deepen your bond with your child during the transition to a new school year. Expressing Feelings: Techniques to help your child articulate their emotions and develop emotional resilience. Managing Our Own Reactions to Stress: Practical tips for staying calm and supportive when faced with stress, modeling positive behavior for your child. Other topics may include establishing routines, encouraging independence, supporting social skills, and handling transitions. Parents from the toddler to teen years are welcome!! #parentingjourney #specificfeedback #raisingconfidentkids #parentcoaching #lifecoaching #marinparents #positiveparenting #mentalfitness #positivemindset #positiveintelligence #bayareaparents #parentcoaching #positivecommunication #growthmindset #parentinglife #parentingwisdom #leadbyexample #mindovermatter #perceptionisreality #parentlife

Help your child thrive by empowering them to manage school stress. Watch now & learn how to ease their burden and foster their confidence! 📚💪 #Parenting #StressManagement #Empowerment https://lnkd.in/g_YqigTE

Help your child thrive by empowering them to manage school stress. Watch now & learn how to ease their burden and foster their confidence! 📚💪 #Parenting #StressManagement #Empowerment https://lnkd.in/gxgFrYHn

The other day a friend summed it up this way: Childhood independence is a NATURAL REMEDY FOR ANXIETY in KIDS. YES! Children are naturally eager to grow and master the world. We thwart that by excessively watching, helping, intervening. Of COURSE kids need parents they love and rely on. But they also need time AWAY from us to discover what they're made of. That discovery -- that unfolding -- is independence. And the end result seems to be anxiety replaced by curiosity and confidence. Let Grow created the simple and FREE "Let Grow Experience" to make it easier for this to happen. It's a homework assignment teachers give kids that says, "Go home and do something new, on your own, WITH your parents' permission but WITHOUT your parents. Walk the dog, run an errand, climb a tree, make a meal..." It's a little push that gets parents to let their kids do more on their own. Once they do, the parents are thrilled to see their kids blossom! And the kids are so grateful, too, because they go from "defend mode" into "discover mode." Anxiety plummets in BOTH GENERATIONS. See for yourself, below. And to get The Let Grow Experience for your class or school just go to LetGrow . org and click on schools! https://lnkd.in/eKs5iHUv

Discover the richness within our newly released newsletter, featuring a myriad of highlights that promise to captivate and inspire: -Explore the cutting-edge Module 100 - The Intersection of Trauma and Disabilities: Trauma Responsive and Resilience Building Practices for Professionals Working with Young Children. Authored by COBI's accredited mentor trainers, Lisa Katzman, PT, DPT, MPT, PCS and Wenonah Elms, this module is a groundbreaking addition to our offerings. -Immerse yourself in a captivating video captured by Rachel Swanson, an early childhood educator at Encampment Preschool in Wyoming. Witness the transformative impact of social-emotional and trauma-responsive training as children in her class co-regulate under Rachel's skillful guidance. Prepare to be moved as this video touches your heart and soul. -Tune into an insightful interview by Mathew Portell on the Trauma Informed Educators Podcast Network. Join Julie Nicholson and me as we discuss our forthcoming book, "Reducing Stress in Schools," in collaboration with Harvard Education Press. Gain valuable insights into stress reduction strategies for educators. -Uncover the opportunity to participate in our exclusive Training of Trainers program. This initiative is tailored for educators eager to disseminate trauma and resilience training within their communities. Take the first step towards becoming a catalyst for positive change. Don't miss out on the wealth of information and inspiration we've curated for you. Save the link, take your time, and immerse yourself in the transformative insights within our newsletter.