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If you want a glimpse at the extraordinary heart, soul, and intellect of New York’s Chief Judge, watch this short video of his remarks at our recent event.

Raising high, the symbol of our unity and pride, the stars and stripes! 🇺🇸 Wishing everyone a Happy Flag Day! Let's celebrate the emblem of our freedom, history, and future. Long may it wave! #FlagDay #ProudAmerican #meneseslawfirm #MAestateplanningattorney #MApersonalfamilylawyer #estateplan #willsandtrusts #healthcaredirectives #powerofattorney #assetprotection #kidsprotectionplan #familylegacy

Brigid's Day | Lá Fhéile Bríde For just over a year now, I have felt Brigid's knock on the door; she has crossed the threshold from her world into mine in many ways. My middle name is Brigid, so I feel Brigid-centred. I was born on the 9th of February, not long after her feast day. I come from a long line of Brigid's. My maternal grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother are and were all Brigid's, to name but a few connections. When my mother passed away in January last year, there was just one thing that I wanted of hers, and that was her St Brigid’s Cross. I didn't know why at the time, but I can engage in its symbolism now. The celebration of Brigid's Day as a national holiday in Ireland underscores the significance of embracing change and transition. Brigid embodies the duality of many spiritual traditions and symbolises the threshold, the space between two opposites. Participating in this liminal space, perhaps through deeper exploration of ourselves, through intuitive practices, invoking Imbas, active imagination, dream analysis, and communing with nature could help initiate this, allowing us to gain self-awareness and a deeper understanding of humanity and the other-than-human world. Through arts and culture, we can explore thresholds and gain insights into our emotions and experiences to navigate transformation and change. However, contemporary Irish society faces challenges, such as a lack of meaningful rites of passage, a loss of connection with our inner selves, hustle culture, and environmental apathy. Addressing these issues by promoting structured rituals and preserving natural rhythms can lead to a more sustainable and fulfilling future. We can create a more harmonious and thriving society by recognising the importance of embracing transition and change while preserving cultural traditions. Brigid reminds us that navigating transitional periods can lead to self-discovery and that exploring thresholds offers a rich metaphor for exploring a wide range of human experiences and emotions. #BrigidsDay #Imbolc #InnerWisdom #Inspiration #GoddessBrigid #Imbas #JuniganPsychology #creativity #ireland #StBrigidsDay

On Memorial Day, this important op-ed is a must-read. It is especially a must-read for those who celebrate achievements of individuals who are responsible for decision-making that led to making "Gold Star Families" those who grieve. The article is titled: "We Broke Our Promise to Take Care of Gold Star Families." Take a moment to read the article at the link below on this Memorial Day. https://lnkd.in/gB86HJhF

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Putting yourself out there is as uncomfortable as new shoes, only this time you're not going to let a couple of blisters prevent you from rocking them! So how do you stand there, exposed to the world, with confidence? On Episode 9 of Demythifying Brand, we learn from AnnLisa Jensen, CLGM—community leader, conservationist, and the first Indigenous councillor for Parkland County—on how to bring your full self unapologetically to the community causes you believe in: https://lnkd.in/gWEN6Akp

Well hello to LinkedIn network! How has your 2024 started so far? My world right now is filled with packing boxes in last stages of preparing for my homecoming back to Melbourne. As I take hold of each item to pack, using the Kondo method - does this spark joy? What has been the ‘story’ of the vase, item of clothing that t-shirt from Eurovision in Malmo, the painting I bought in a flea market or the egg flip that has been in the family and is 60ys old! It’s taken longer to pack, assess, identify then decide what do I need for the next stage! Some things are of course from my Mum’s possessions, and represent her history. This brings me to the synergy of how do we prepare for implementing next stages of MAA’s strategic plans? What opportunities will arise from the new draft Act - a pivotal time for age care sector. And what do we need to help spark joy for our community, members, partner organisations?… most importantly, how can we make greater impact for older people’s lives in 2024?. Now, that sparks 🔥 joy 🥹. This can be the year we recognise that spiritual care is at the heart of transformation in aged care, the role of a spiritual care practitioner as a professional is elevated to where they should be - as recognised, endorsed members of every care delivery setting. Recognition of skilled SC practitioners, using world leading National Guidelines, integrating validated spiritual care assessment tools. Whom are able to recognise and respond to spiritual distress or other trauma, key advocates and allies for all diversity, beliefs and cultural traditions. The trained listener, helping older people to identify and connect with meaning and purpose through the next phase of life and events, the ultimate ageism breakers, the people who can walk alongside - offer hope, empower and role model ways for others in how to hear people’s inner narrative, and work within a multidisciplinary approach. It’s a human right. We need spiritual care to be recognised and funded, to be respected and counted in AN-ACC, in 200 minutes of care, and spiritual care to be fully integrated into models of care. A normal way of doing business. These thoughts came into focus over the past few weeks of inner reflection, time of transformation can sometimes be hard when deliberating and considering the merits and costs. When initiatives are good, the needs and enough momentum exists… sometimes timing is simply perfect, the right things just flow into place. I’m filled with quiet optimism that this time is here. I leave you a beautiful example of a short video from one of our members that came into my LinkedIn feed today (in this case coming from a faith based perspective, spiritual care is also confidently delivered in non-faith based organisations too) - take time to watch, and you’ll see how this can be done and why the gentle people working in spiritual care do more than you may ever know…

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Happy Saint Joseph's Day! 🎉 Today, as we celebrate the patron saint of workers and families, let's reflect on the values of integrity, diligence, and compassion that Saint Joseph embodies. Just as he was dedicated to his craft and his family, may we strive to bring these qualities into our everyday business practices. Wishing you all a blessed Saint Joseph's Day! #SaintJosephsDay #BusinessValues #WorkEthic"