I have been enjoying the cooler weather and making time for self-care which at this time of the year includes cleaning out the garden, planting mums and bulbs, mulching, cleaning out my closet and taking things to Goodwill. For me, it is also a time of reflection. As the leaves begin to fall from the trees I am aware that the end of another year is right around the corner which prompts a season of evaluation. What went well this year, what could have gone better? Where did I grow this year and where do I need to grow in 2019? Am I in-tune? Am I being true to who I am, am I operating from a grounded position of love and acceptance with Mother Earth and My Father?
These questions don’t get answered in a day or a week, this is a season of reflection and prayer. May your season of reflection and prayer be revitalizing, nurturing, and connective.
Peace and Love,
Shauna
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Differentiating depression vs. suicide risk in teens
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Depression is a serious disorder, with many sub-types) that can cause significant problems in mood, thinking, and behavior at home, in school, and with peers. It is estimated (because teens underreport) that major depressive disorder (MDD) affects about 5 percent of adolescents. "The key is, if you think your child might have depression, don't worry about trying to define what it is, just get it checked out," says Dr. David Fassler. "Get to a mental health professional and get a comprehensive evaluation. The good news is that if it is depression, we really can help most of these kids."
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It's when, not if communication becomes a
mis-communication
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Rev. Judy Vidakovich writes, "
No matter what kind of relationship, a good tip for improving your communication skills, is to use miscommunications or conflict as a learning opportunity. Talk about where things broke down in the communication process. Bottom line--remember to apologize and to forgive. Those who never apologize and never forgive are slowing and deliberately damaging their relationships."
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How to get a better night's sleep (so you can communicate better)
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Despite common belief, aging doesn't cause sleep problems, and seniors don't need less sleep as they grow older. Most older people sleep poorly, or not long enough, because of ailments associated with aging, such as arthritis, physical disabilities, respiratory problems and depression. Lack of exercise, heart disease, anxiety, stress and menopause also can disrupt sleep, and many medications seniors take can cause insomnia.
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5 ways to communicate sustainability beyond words
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Sustainability communications is a combination of traditional and non-traditional communications and media that plays on the senses and is sensitive to the fact that people are consuming large quantities of information every day from many sources. By striking this balance, not only will you likely reach and engage a broader audience who is receptive to your message and will want to know more about your sustainability efforts going forward, but you also will have a greater opportunity to affect positive organization change from within.
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From Chestnut Global Partners
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Recognizing and overcoming communication barriers
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Learning the barriers to effective communication will not only help improve your communication, but also your overall quality of life. Here are some common communication barriers to learn and avoid
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Roasted winter squash soup
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A recipe that answers the question, "What to do with the abundance of squash
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Encouraging Words
“Let no corrupting talk come out of your mouths, but only such as is good for building up, as fits the occasion, that it may give grace to those who hear.” -- Ephesians 4:29
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Blessings,
Shauna Summers
Pastoral Care and Counseling Coordinator
Illinois Great Rivers Conference
(309) 642-0262
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