Maybe Sundays will become “Uplifting News Sundays.” This news includes some great movement forward – & like usual, it’s way more than just what the headline says.I read up on a bunch of articles to get the down & dirty. Here’s what’s happening: lawmakers on the STATE side of things have been looking to make …
1/31/2021: Excused Mental Health Absences In Schools Read More »
I have a friend whose child is struggling bc they were so excited to start their new school this yr, meet new friends, have new experiences, then “this” thing hit us. My friend was looking for advice. And all I could think of was – this is a loss. It’s grief. It’s seeing something (like a …
After yesterday’s post, I got to thinking abt the “why” behind that district, Clark County’s decision to start opening up schools.While many of us are in favor of that move…given that it appears needed w the outcomes that district is experiencing – they’re still making the move bc of the terrible outcomes…bc of the deaths.Change …
1-27-2021: Let’s Teach People How To Swim, Not Just Prevent Drowning Read More »
A number of you sent me this article yesterday. These stories we’re all seeing now are a combo of gut-wrenching, maddening, infuriating, & sobering.On the one hand, I’m pleased to see that a national paper like the NYT took up a story like this, even tho the focus is on Clark County, NV, specifically. On …
1/25/2021: What’s Happening To Our Kids Without School Open This Long Read More »
A month ago, I shared a post about how we most often aren’t encouraged as kids, to ask some of our innermost questions about the world and us. Perhaps the biggest of those questions is – Why are we here? What’s our purpose? My friend Jodi wrote me this morn, upset about a friend from her …
Jordan Ibe is a Derby County winger, who previously played soccer (football ;), for Liverpool & most recently Bournemouth. Since joining his new team in September, he’s only played in 1 game. Then he released this statement, today.Back to the articles & discussions on Kyrie Irving, we have to make this topic mainstream. Men & …
1/22/2021: When Professional Athletes Are Open About Their Struggles Read More »
Oh how I/we have missed in-person programming. Virtual is a great tool, but nothing replaces face-to-face when it comes to real connections – even if you’re all under a mask.I teased this a little in Stories, bc I was so excited abt it, but as part of our #SameHere Schools programming/relationships, we help schools build …
1/21/21 Student-Led Mental Health Clubs And Podcasts Read More »
How does someone go from the pic on the left…to the pic on the right, so quickly? By accepting help. If you follow sports (& take a look at the original post on his story I shared on IG, literally – exactly a yr ago), the pic on the left is all too familiar. It’s Delonte …
1/20/21: A Storybook Transformation – Delonte West Read More »
Spent yesterday sharing someone else’s quotes: an idol in MLK. So, my idea today, was to post some original content. Then, I saw this quote & fell in love.If you grew up in NY or NJ in the 90s or before, u’re often asked if u’re more of a fan of Billy Joel or Bruce …
So many angles to discuss here, but first let me say this is a really good thing for the movement to normalize the convo. Having worked my whole career in sports, I’m a firm believer that sports can & will be a big part of that normalization. Here are the facts: HOPE Crisis Counseling Program, …
1/17/21: Getting Mental Health Messages More Mass Attention Read More »
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