To change the lives of others Today marks my anniversary of being diagnosed with breast cancer. It is my first anniversary, and I am cancer free. If you have experienced cancer, you know it is never too far from your mind. At the beginning of the diagnosis, it was all I could think of, and … Continue reading A story to tell
Tag: #MentalHealth
Checking on you
Checking In I received a phone call right before Thanksgiving that shocked me. My husband experienced some health issues a few months ago. Not to tell the entire story to take away from my purpose in this post, but it was disturbing news, and we did not get quality care with answers. My husband’s niece … Continue reading Checking on you
America- Boy’s in Crisis
As an educator for the past two decades, boys have been in academic crisis. “Nearly twice as many boys as girls have trouble reading, are diagnosed with language disabilities, and are referred to special education classes. 41% of children in the United States are not reading at a basic level by third grade, and a … Continue reading America- Boy’s in Crisis
Today I will say….
My blog post on October 27, 2022, began with students saying. Embedded within the post was an article with data collected from middle and high school students. The data in the paper presented the biggest barriers to student learning, according to a new report released by YouthTruth, a nonprofit that surveys K-12 students and families … Continue reading Today I will say….
Students Say……
Less than half of middle and high school students say they have an adult at their school they can talk to when they feel upset. Students are facing depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues that are holding them back. However, it is not having that needed support like counselors, school social workers, and psychologists … Continue reading Students Say……
Holding On
Are you holding on? What are you holding on to? I like to ask questions of others, but I ask myself questions a great deal as well. It helps as you reflect and grow not only as a professional but as an individual. In our world today, problems multiply faster than solutions are found. Anxiety … Continue reading Holding On
October 10th, “What does it mean?”
Every Sunday, I post a Solution Weekly to look at the topics I will cover for the week. I highlight the information and will dive deeper into the posts I make throughout the week. I hope it helps followers or new readers to get a glimpse of what the blog tries to provide. Who is … Continue reading October 10th, “What does it mean?”
Solution Weekly- October 9-15, 2022
October 10th- National Holiday and World Mental Health Day Wikipedia provides this information for the Holiday we celebrate today: Indigenous Peoples' Day[1] is a holiday in the United States that celebrates and honors Native American peoples and commemorates their histories and cultures. On October 8, 2021, U.S. President Joe Biden became the first U.S. President … Continue reading Solution Weekly- October 9-15, 2022
Lifeline, there is hope
Mental health and wellness is an area of focus many are uncomfortable discussing, but this is changing. More services, discussions, and support appear, but more is needed as the needs increase. Suicide is a leading cause of death for people 10-34. From April 2020 through April 2021, over 100,000 people died from drug overdoses. An … Continue reading Lifeline, there is hope
Gather together
Do not neglect to gather. Hebrews 10:25 During the pandemic, we were asked to shelter in place to protect ourselves and others during the time Covid-19 was hitting our communities. We developed different ways to work, educate and communicate using technology. However, we missed the face-to-face social interaction and human contact we all need. We … Continue reading Gather together