I constantly measure the meaningfulness of the messages I send, the information I share, and how I impact those who choose to read my posts. I intend to always help with driving solution-focused thinking and increasing the positives we share in day-to-day interactions. One thing missing is an opportunity for others to share what they … Continue reading Measuring Meaningfulness
Tag: #MentalHealth
Did you know?
In 2021 there were at least 82 incidents of gunfire on school grounds resulting in 21 deaths and 47 injuries nationally, according to Google. This is the count from my search on September 27, 2021. New York Times headline on September 24, 2021, reads A Partial List of Mass Shootings in the United States in … Continue reading Did you know?
How are you?
Do you ask this question to others? “Hi Jane, How are you today?” It is a simple question as part of our greeting and not an in-depth question many may need to answer. As schools returned to face to face, businesses are trying to maintain without workers due to no applicants, and companies are trying … Continue reading How are you?
“Art-full-heart”
“Art washes from the soul the dust of everyday life.”-unknown. When dealing with trauma, difficult stress, and many unknowns, we need to find ways to reduce these levels from harming our health. Many are providing ideas for self-help, but one of the universal ways to help all ages is through art. Art is an expression … Continue reading “Art-full-heart”
Tuesday Talks and Topics
Topic today: Trauma As you work with others, it is always helpful to have an organized approach for positive results. While being a leader in a school, I knew every minute was valuable. Having a focused plan, a weekly or daily announcement to staff needed to be structured to support our goals and having conversations … Continue reading Tuesday Talks and Topics
Do you have a Scary Words Box?
As a teacher, I had a word wall. It was always fun to add words to our wall. We enjoyed adding the words and randomly selecting a word to use for the day. Entering into the administrative world, I did not want to leave the teaching fun behind. I added a word of the week … Continue reading Do you have a Scary Words Box?
Why? This is a question I ask daily
I keep myself sheltered as much as possible from daily negativity. It is never good for anyone's health to keep negative influences in your life daily. However, it would help if you kept yourself informed of current events to support others and yourself. Statistics of the number of violent incidents, shootings, and crimes are on … Continue reading Why? This is a question I ask daily
Saturday SMILE
“Each day is a gift we unwrap. As you open your eyes to greet the day, find a way to set your mind to make it the best in every way. No matter the forecast outside, our hearts will bring a smile from inside to outside to brighten the day. If not you, then who will start to make this positive change today!”
Thinking outloud
I was speaking with my doctor after my cancer check. It is always great to talk to my medical team because I trust them, and we have built a great relationship. My results from my testing were great. I had no signs of anything active, so I remain in remission. I am so thankful and … Continue reading Thinking outloud
Note to self….
A handwritten letter appeared on my desk for the mail delivery. It was my Amanda from several years ago. I will call her to take her to lunch. “Mrs. Yoho I saved all of our journals, they saved my life.”