Estimated reading time: 4 minutes Healing Wounds Today, pull up a chair, take a seat, and let's talk. To begin, it is "ok" to acknowledge hurt. Acknowledgement is the first stage to healing wounds. "Yes, the one person, among the many, was willing to say, I am hurting." This chair is SPECIAL! First, I view... Continue Reading →
Understanding Mental Health: Key Effects on Well-being
Estimated reading time: 4 minutes What is Mental Health and Wellness? By definition, the World Health Organization (WHO) defines mental health as a state of well-being in which the individual realizes his or her abilities, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively and fruitfully, and can contribute to his or her... Continue Reading →
Paul – I Hear You
Estimated reading time: 3 minutes Paul, an apostle of Christ, reminds believers who we are. Yes, even today, his words stand. Paul never personally met Christ for it is said that Paul was born between 5 B. C. or 5 A.D. Paul's religion was Jewish; he was also a Roman citizen from the city of... Continue Reading →
Mental Health Matters: A Lesson from Simone Biles
Estimated reading time: 4 minutes Mental health matters! Another look at this subject matter is warranted. I declare that you are an exceptional person to acknowledge that your wellness plan includes mental health and you will fight for that safe space. If you have been following my recent blogs, you are aware that mental health... Continue Reading →
Safe Spaces: Strategies for Active Listening
Estimated reading time: 3 minutes Safe Space Workshops I attended the “Safe Spaces for Children/Youth/Young Adults Session II” virtual training. Stacey Hall-McLeod was the facilitator. Two other presenters were Mildred and Ted. Each presenter dispensed with their titles to make everyone feel at ease. They also shared strategies for creating safe spaces for lifting young... Continue Reading →