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Dec 5, 2018

4 Steps to Mindfulness and Gratitude During the Holidays by Kirsten Marino

What is Mindfulness? Have you heard of mindfulness? A simple definition of mindfulness is paying attention to the present moment, on purpose, without judgment.  It truly can be just this simple. Why then, do so many of us find it so difficult to do? With our hectic lives, filled with a plethora of electronic devices,… 

Oct 29, 2018

Embracing a Love Ethic by Andrew Shaw, CCERC Counselor

“A love ethic presupposes that everyone has the right to be free, to live fully and well.” —bell hooks, All About Love Can you think of a time, recently or in the past, when you felt deeply cared for and respected? How did that make you feel then? How does it feel to reflect on… 

Oct 29, 2018

Your Teen’s Weight Is Not the Problem: Building Healthy Habits Without Shame. By Brittany Guerin and Andrew Shaw

In our society, there is an unhealthy amount of fear and oppression towards people whose bodies are larger. Cue: “The War on Obesity.” In reality, weight is not a reliable indicator for our physical health. In fact, the stigma and bias against people with larger bodies causes more damage to physical and mental health than… 

May 9, 2018

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Who Are Your Mental Health Role Models? by Vanessa Soleil 

Apr 23, 2018

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Having Hard Conversations with Teenagers by Dave Hughes 

Mar 29, 2018

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How Black Panther is Good for Our Mental Health by Vanessa Soleil 

Feb 8, 2018

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CCERC: A Center for the Community by Dave Hughes 

Dec 7, 2017

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How to Stay Stress-Free this Holiday Season by Dave Hughes 

Nov 1, 2017

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“Winter Is Coming”…And the future is not far behindby Gaines Weaver      As the weather gets colder and signs of fall surround us, it can be helpful to observe what nature is up to. Squirrels are burying nuts for the coming of winter. Leaves change color and flutter to the ground. Why? They know… 

Oct 23, 2017

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Enhancing Wellness: Nurturing Your Coping Self by Vanessa Soleil