Breathe Into the New Year
Guess what, guys? We made it! We have finally put 2020 behind us and are now looking forward to 2021. I, for one, am hopeful. I am expecting great things from this year. Admittedly, I have not always… Read More
Tag: mental health
New Year, New You?!?!
A new year means it’s time for new year’s resolutions, right? For 2021, why not go gentle on the resolutions, keeping in mind that your nerves might be frayed, your zest for a life overhaul a bit depleted?… Read More
Improving Mood & Finding Balance
Each year, month, and maybe each day bring on a new set of situations that need to be handled. How you handle them may differ based on the impact of the situation. Your stress level may range from… Read More
Professor contributes to book on mindfulness
A new book, The Routledge Companion to Mindfulness at Work, will be released in September 2020. It is described as “a comprehensive primary reference work for mindfulness (including creativity and flow) in the workplace, including business, healthcare, and… Read More
What Parents Need to Know About Back to School in 2020
As a parent, keeping kids safe is our top priority when our children return to school. This year will be very different due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The thought of how the schools, administrators and teachers will… Read More
Mental health during hurricane season
You have seen the memes that joke about how hurricanes don’t phase Floridians, but in reality, these storms can bring a lot of stress and uncertainty. Heidi Radunovich, a UF/IFAS psychologist, shares tips and tools to keep in… Read More
Emotion Myths vs. Facts for Youth
BELLE GLADE, Fla. – Life is emotional. The loss of a loved one, finding the love of your life, meeting your children for the first time, all are examples of incredible emotional extremes the average human may come… Read More
Navigating a New Normal: A Conversation with Wakulla 4-H and Apalachee Center’s Dr. Jay Reeve
Wakulla 4-H will partner with the Apalachee Center to host a Facebook Live panel discussion on Wednesday, May 6th at 11 am. The discussion will be streamed live on the Wakulla 4-H Facebook page. Participants will be able… Read More
Finding Calm in a Confusing World
Article and audio introduction by Samantha Kennedy, Family and Consumer Sciences We like to feel as if we are always in control of our lives, especially during a crisis. Being in control provides us with feelings of confidence… Read More
CALS Graduating Student Profile: Erica Santiago
Erica Santiago discovered the family, youth and community sciences major from her colleagues while serving as a student U Matter Ambassador for the UF Division of Student Affairs. Her interest in mental health and helping others overcome anxiety… Read More