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We're excited to welcome back Dr. Alexis Kennedy to #1stTuesdaysWithHEART next week. She'll unpack what chronic sleep loss can do to your brain, your decisions, and your resilience, and why better sleep may be the most powerful free medicine available.
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Box breathing is one of many grounding techniques survivors of mass violence can use to calm the nervous system. #1stTuesdaysWithHEART
Dr. Alyssa Rheingold of @nationalmassviolencecenter.org joined us to explore gentle, compassionate ways to carry grief more lightly while discovering how meaning and purpose can guide us back toward moments of joy. #1stTuesdaysWithHEART
We'll be welcoming Alyssa Rheingold, PhD, to present "Holding Grief Gently: A Journey into Meaning" at #1stTuesdaysWithHEART next week. Dr. Rheingold is a clinical psychologist, professor, and Director of Response, Recovery & Resilience for the National Mass Violence Center.
The latest #1stTuesdaysWithHEART presentation from Dr. Alma Dell Smith of @nationalmassviolencecenter.org explores how support can help in recovery after a traumatic incident, why finding the right kind can be hard, and how to honor your needs in this particular stage of your healing.
Next week will mark the 2-year anniversary of #1stTuesdaysWithHEART! We're excited to welcome back Dr. Alma Dell Smith, clinical psychologist and Research Assistant Professor at the National Mass Violence Center, as she discusses social support after mass violence. RSVP: 1sttuesdays.eventbrite.com
Catherine Scherwenka shared her healing story and simple techniques to quiet the noise, calm the nervous system, and return to the steady rhythm of inner peace during #1stTuesdaysWithHeart.
In addition to #1stTuesdaysWithHEART, participants of our HEART Peer Support program share insights and encouragement during the support group Continuing the Conversation with HEART and even share recipes in the new Cooking for Post Traumatic Growth Facebook group!
We explored practical self-care tools, grounding techniques, and ways to connect with safe support systems during the holidays with Molly Maurer. #1stTuesdaysWithHEART
Molly Maurer, a survivor of both the Route 91 and Borderline shootings, will join us next week to present "Navigating Through the Holidays" at #1stTuesdaysWithHEART. Visit 1sttuesdays.eventbrite.com to join us as we discuss emotional activators, setting boundaries, and much more.
Dr. Amy O'Neill-Gregorian (clinician and survivor of the Boston Marathon bombing) joined us once again to discuss finding the words, facing the doubts, and healing anyway after surviving a traumatic event. #1stTuesdaysWithHEART
For those impacted by trauma, setting boundaries is essential in order to take up space, access and speak your truth, and honor yourself without guilt. #PTSDrecovery #1stTuesdaysWithHEART
We're excited to see Dr. Amy O’Neill-Gregorian, clinician and survivor of the Boston Marathon bombing, again for #1stTuesdaysWithHEART next week as she presents "PTSD: Finding the Words, Facing the Doubts, and Healing Anyway." RSVP: 1stTuesdays.eventbrite.com
Life can feel overwhelming, especially when we're working through trauma and trying to heal. One of the most powerful tools for healing is something simple—a steady routine. #1stTuesdaysWithHEART
We look forward to seeing Molly Duncan again at next week's #1stTuesdaysWithHEART! Molly, host of the Tattoos Of My Soul podcast, will present "From Chaos to Clarity: How Healthy Routines Aid in Your Healing Journey." Visit 1sttuesdays.eventbrite.com to join us.
For those impacted by trauma, setting boundaries is essential to access and speak your truth, take up space, and honor yourself without guilt or apology. #1stTuesdaysWithHEART
Behavioral Health Program Coordinator Jackie Harris drew from her personal and professional experience to guide us through the many forms grief can take, from life transitions to unexpected change. #1stTuesdaysWithHEART
Talking to kids about our own traumatic experiences can be difficult, but it's important not to shy away from these conversations. #1stTuesdaysWithHEART
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Crystal Woodman Miller—Columbine survivor, author, and fierce advocate for those impacted by mass violence—will speak with us next week about the difficult topic of talking to kids about mass shootings during #1stTuesdaysWithHEART. Visit 1sttuesdays.eventbrite.com to join us.
This month marks 4 years since our initial HEART Peer Support trainings. The volunteer-driven program has since grown to now help any survivors of mass violence. You can find details for tonight's #1stTuesdaysWithHEART and all of our other events at www.ResiliencyAndJustice.org/calendar
