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Back-to-School Mental Wellness: A guide for educators and school employees

August 29, 2023 Mental Health

As the new school year approaches, educators and staff are gearing up to welcome students back to the halls of learning. In this blog, we'll explore strategies to prioritize and nurture your mental wellness as you prepare for the upcoming school year.

Back-to-school: Mental wellness for your kids as they start a new school year

August 3, 2023 EAP

The start of a new school year can bring both excitement and stress for children, especially when facing significant changes like moving to a new city or starting elementary or middle school. The transition may involve new teachers, classmates, larger classrooms, different routines, and increased schoolwork. As a parent, it's crucial to take important steps to support your child during this time and help them adjust to the new environment and challenges.

Ready to help your child master mental wellness? Implement the habits below – and set up for a successful school year

Forgiveness

June 28, 2023 Mental Health

Holding onto hurt and anger can harm our well-being, hindering our ability to enjoy life and leading to depression. However, forgiveness offers numerous health benefits, including reduced stress, a healthier heart, lower blood pressure, and improved mental well-being.

Understanding Forgiveness:
Forgiveness can be approached as decisional or emotional. Decisional forgiveness involves consciously choosing to forgive, while emotional forgiveness goes beyond the decision by replacing negative emotions with positive ones.