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Learn how to identify and stabilize the hidden sources of trauma during the post-pandemic years at the 2022 Florida Mental Health Counselors Association (FMHCA) virtual summit. Details and registration here: http://ow.ly/wXue50G7o0T

"The New Year stands before us, like a chapter in a book, waiting to be written." -Melody Beattie

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"If you want to lift yourself up, lift up someone else." -Booker T. Washington

If you are feeling overwhelmed, you are not alone. Michael Phelps shares his story of feeling "the most overwhelmed he's ever felt" here: http://ow.ly/HoM650CXgJj

Michael Phelps: 'This is the most overwhelmed I've ever felt' Olympic swimming champion Michael Phelps has been open about managing his mental health. During the coronavirus pandemic, he continues to encourage others to seek help. In this as-told-to with ESPN's Wayne Drehs, Phelps says exercise and therapy help him.

"The secret to getting results that last is to never stop making improvements. It’s remarkable what you can build if you just don’t stop." -James Clear, Atomic Habits

“Blessed is the season which engages the whole world in a conspiracy of love.” – Hamilton Wright Mabie

"The human brain evolved to prioritize immediate rewards over delayed rewards." -James Clear

“I used to be afraid of failing at something that really mattered to me, but now I'm more afraid of succeeding at things that don't matter.”
― Bob Goff

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College not worth it? The Wall Street Journal shares shocking data of how higher education is behind on career skill development. Unemployed? You need job skills and income before thinking about going back to school with no plan. http://ow.ly/U8m550Ckazu

Is This the End of College as We Know It? For millions of Americans, getting a four-year degree no longer makes sense. Here’s what could replace it.

"Standardize before you optimize. You can’t improve a habit that doesn’t exist." -James Clear

"If you want to lift yourself up, lift up someone else." - Booker T. Washington

"Human beings are motivated to fulfill needs and wants. Needs are common to all people. Wants are unique to each individual." -Denis Waitley

Have you ever wondered what the difference between stress and anxiety are? Check out this helpful article from the American Psychological Association that explains the difference: http://ow.ly/YCvX50C3iyI

What’s the difference between stress and anxiety? There’s a fine line between stress and anxiety. Both are emotional responses, but stress is typically caused by an external trigger.

"Be cautious. Opportunity does the knocking for temptation too." - Al Batt

"I always wondered why somebody didn't do something about that; then I realized I was somebody." -Lily Tomlin

Learn how to stabilize mental health during the post-pandemic years at the Florida Mental Health Counselors Association (FMHCA) virtual summit. Register here: http://ow.ly/Kb8X50G7oet

Florida Mental Health Counselors Association - Virtual-Complicated Grief Following Coronavirus Identifying and Stabilizing the Hidden Sources of Mental Health Trauma During the Post-Pandemic Years. (2 day certification course)

"Your outcomes are a lagging measure of your habits." -James Clear, Atomic Habits

The key to mastering our moods and emotions is by focusing on what we can control instead of what we can't. Check out tips like this on The LifeWorks Group Youtube channel: http://ow.ly/wHEI50CazRS

Mastering Your Moods and Emotions with Dwight Bain- Christian Counseling, Winter Park Control what you can and let go of what you can't in order to master your moods and emotions.

“I used to want to fix people, but now I just want to be with them.”
― Bob Goff

Career struggling? Google has created extensive career transition tools. Laid off? Breathe. Clear your thinking and focus on work that brings fulfillment. Here is the link to get you started http://ow.ly/GtFP50C8CZb

Learn Digital Skills, Prepare for Jobs, Grow Your Business- Grow with Google Grow with Google offers free training and tools to help you grow your skills, career, or business. Explore programs and register for an in-person workshop.

“All difficult things have their origin in that which is easy, and great things in that which is small.
― Lao Tzu

Are you a book worm? Good news! Research suggests that growing up around books can help your mind! Check out the benefits that books bring to your mind in this article: https://getpocket.com/explore/item/growing-up-surrounded-by-books-could-have-powerful-lasting-effect-on-the-mind?utm_source=pocket-newtab

Growing Up Surrounded by Books Could Have Powerful, Lasting Effect on the Mind Research suggests that exposure to large home libraries may have a long-term impact on proficiency in three key areas.

Don't forget to register today for The Ridge's Winter Conference this Friday!
Link: http://ow.ly/FQHs50GVYmw

"I am careful not to confuse excellence with perfection. Excellence, I can reach for; perfection is God's business."
- Michael J. Fox

Join us on December 3rd for The Ridge's virtual Winter Conference!
Link: https://ridgebhs.com/events/

Feeling Empathy Overload? Check this out: http://ow.ly/UVRK50CjXAq?

Helping Hands Need A Break, Too: How To Lend Support Without Burning Out These days, there are hundreds of reasons to open your heart to others, but it's easy to get exhausted. Try these tips honed by social workers for staying healthy and empathetic.

Check out these important tips from CNN-Health on how we can support teens and their mental health during COVID-19: http://ow.ly/J2QT50CaMz5

How to support your teen's mental health through Covid-19 There is a trend of elevated depression, anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder among teens as they cope with the Covid-19 pandemic. Those issues were already common in the US, and now it's worse. Here's how to support the teens in your life.

"Great things are done by a series of small things brought together."
- Vincent van Gogh