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Please join us tomorrow, May 19th at 6:00 pm PDT for Jenée Johnson's illuminate presentation titled, Joy and Pain: The Art of Flourishing in Unprecedented Times. She will guide attendees on how to use nourishing mindfulness and HeartMath practices to cultivate equanimity–the chamber of steadiness where all possibility is held in balance, especially under stress. She will also share ways to create an inner pause and pave the way to more joy in life with lovingkindness, compassion and heart coherence. Register now or see below for more information.
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A Message from
David Selberg
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Dear Friends,
This year's Mental Health Awareness Month (May) takes on an even greater meaning I believe. While we don't yet know the full effect "statistically" that the pandemic has had on the US (and globally) in terms of suicide, depression, alcoholism, etc., we do know, anecdotally that these things are on the rise–and we all have felt some level of anxiety and stress. Stress from job loss and economic impacts, health concerns, isolation, and separation. It's staggering to think that this event, that has gone on for well over a year now, has touched every one of us on the planet. We experience it as a community, a nation and worldwide. Now, at least in the US, we seem to be entering that proverbial light at the end of the tunnel. We can feel it. But with that, comes additional layers of distress and uncertainty about how we return to some semblance of what we used to call "normal". How do we "re-enter" society including work, school, travel, social/entertainment events, community gatherings and all other forms of in-person living? What will this look like? What will be expected of us? What aspects of life over the past year can we maintain? What if we don't want to "go back"? What of our health and that of our loved ones? Many of us are already experiencing stress related to these issues and feelings.
We trust that you have all pulled insights from our illuminate Speaker Series, which deals with many aspects of mental health, grief, and the unknown during the pandemic era. The remaining speakers will start to touch on this new chapter of how we move forward during this time. We hope that you will tune in tomorrow, May 19th, at 6 pm PDT for Jenée Johnson who will address the art of flourishing in unprecedented times. I just love that! She doesn't say "cope" but says "flourish" and that sounds pretty good to me. I hope to see you there!
Be well,
David Selberg
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Coming out of COVID: Joys and Losses
by Rev. Kristen Rohm, Spiritual Care Counselor
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As we begin to gather in person most of us are experiencing a variety of emotions.
At Hospice of Santa Barbara, we work with grief which, similarly to these times, comes with a mix of strong emotions that can be confusing and overwhelming. One of the things we know that helps is to name the feelings, to give them some space rather than trying to push them away or deny them. So let us harness the transformative power of naming emotions and challenges, of acknowledging them together.
Most of us are feeling excitement about seeing people we treasure, the possibility of travel, the ability do our work in a more direct, face to face way. It will be an immeasurable joy to hug family members and friends, to put our hand on the shoulder of those we serve. We have hungered for these life affirming touches, for the simple pleasure of being in the company of others.
And I am hearing from almost everyone some level of anxiety about ‘opening up’ or returning to gathering in groups. I’ve heard introverts and extroverts alike wonder if they will feel overstimulated in groups after so long in isolation and pods. How will it be to navigate large groups again? What of the slower pace of life many of us have enjoyed?
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Jenée Johnson
Tomorrow, May 19th at 6:00 PM PDT
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Jenée Johnson will be joining us tomorrow, May 19, from 6:00 – 7:00 PM PDT. Jenée will present Joy and Pain: The Art of Flourishing in Unprecedented Times.
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During Jenée's webinar, we will use nourishing mindfulness and HeartMath practices to cultivate equanimity–the chamber of steadiness where all possibility is held in balance, especially under stress. In this presentation, we will create an inner pause and pave the way to more joy in life with lovingkindness, compassion and heart coherence. |
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Jenée Johnson, a Program Innovation Leader, Certified Professional Coach, Racial Healing and Emotional Intelligence Educator, leads the unique effort to bring mindfulness into public health practices and across programs in African American communities. Throughout her public health career, her goal has been to improve the organization’s ability to manage change, stay resilient, inspire growth and instill a culture of mindfulness. In the Fall 2020 issue of Mindful Magazine, Jenée Johnson was recognized by her peers as one of twelve Powerful Women of the Mindfulness Movement. To learn more about Jenée, please visit: jeneejohnson.com.
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The event is FREE and open to the community, but registration is required. |
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In tomorrow's event with Jenée Johnson, she will converse with two well-respected panel members who will keep you intrigued and engaged. They will allow for a deeper exploration on Jenée's knowledge and experience. Meet our panel members below!
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Dr. Stephen Hosea, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist in Santa Barbara, CA and has been practicing for over 40 years.
Dr. Hosea has been guiding medical residents at Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital on their journey to be physicians and caring for those with HIV and various infectious diseases on their journey to healing and beyond.
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Rachael Ross Steidl launched YouthWell in 2016 to address the gaps in mental health services for youth (ages 10-25), expand the dialogue with 40+ key stakeholders, and increase community collaboration.
Rachael has an M.A. in Clinical Psychology and over 25 years of experience in management, marketing, community engagement, and strategic planning.
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INTERPRETACIÓN
SIMULTANEA AL ESPAÑOL DISPONIBLE.
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EL EVENTO ES GRATIS, pero se requiere registración. |
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Taller donde le enseñaremos a fortalecer su mente a través del uso pleno de su conciencia y de una práctica llamada HeartMath en la que se cultiva la ecuanimidad. La ecuanimidad es un estado mental en el que se logra mantener la calma durante momentos de estrés con el fin de considerar las diferentes situaciones que se le presentan de una manera equilibrada. Durante la presentación, crearemos una pausa interior y empezaremos a sentar las bases para vivir una vida más alegre, llena de bondad, compasión y un corazón agradecido. Jenée Johnson, líder innovadora del programa Mindfulness, Trauma and Racial Healing, es una de las primeras personas en crear una iniciativa que propone formar conciencia dentro de las prácticas y programas de salud pública a través del programa Trauma Informed Systems of Care en San Francisco. Su objetivo es mejorar la capacidad de la organización para crear cambio, mantenerse resiliente, inspirar el crecimiento y convertirse en una cultura consciente que guía y sirve con compasión. Jenée es la fundadora de The Right Within Experience, un programa experiencial que devuelve la humanidad, la alegría y el bienestar de los negros mediante practicas de concientización.
Fecha: miércoles 19 de mayo del 2021
Hora: 6:00 PDT
Costo: Gratis
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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS |
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Are you interested in becoming a sponsor for illuminate Speaker Series? Contact Charles Caldwell at ccaldwell@hospiceofsb.org.
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During this uncertain time, you may feel pulled to get your financial affairs in order. HSB can help. |
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Now might feel like a good time to sort out your will or estate plan. An estate plan is helpful for everyone, but it can be confusing to know how to begin. Hospice of Santa Barbara's own Judy Goodbody can help you get started.
Judy is a registered Tax Preparer who has been helping people with tax and estate planning for 25 years. This free service is available to all HSB volunteers, clients, donors, staff, or anyone in the community who needs help.
In observance of physical distancing practices, Judy will be available over the phone or through the secure video chat service Zoom. Contact Judy Goodbody for your free and confidential assistance at (805) 770-7119 or jgoodbody@hospiceofsb.org.
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Happy work anniversary to Kristen and Fernanda! |
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Thank you Kristen and Fernanda for all your contributions to Hospice of Santa Barbara! We are eternally grateful for the dedication and passion of our staff. To learn more about our wonderful staff, please visit our website.
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Rev. Kristen Rohm,
Spiritual Care Counselor, celebrates her 2-year anniversary.
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Fernanda Friden,
Bilingual Care Coordinator, celebrates her 3-year anniversary.
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Thank you for all that you do to support our work!
It is a remarkable privilege to witness the difference we make for those we serve on a daily basis. It is only through your generosity that we can accomplish all that we do and will in the future.
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Phone: (805) 563-8820
Fax: (805) 563-8821
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