This post serves as a brief introduction to my most recent venture here in New Orleans (second time and feelin' fine), as well as an open invitation for those of you I got to chat and share stories with through out the conference. Below I'm including links to some of my published work as a graduate student writer from my university newspaper (focusing on mental health, mindfulness, and journalism) as well as other links to my current position as a creative writing facilitator for at risk youth in my hometown of West Chester, Pa, just outside of Philadelphia.
Talkin' shop with Volunteer Coordinator Seth Hayden
and SACES President Melanie Iarussi
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The past few months a reoccurring theme and intention in my life has been a willingness to seek guidance and help in the areas I want to improve/gain knowledge from. Some of us, especially as counselors, may find it hard at times to ask for help. The truth is there's never weakness in asking for a hand, we actually draw strength from putting ourselves out there and being vulnerable, which is real courage.
Continue to be resilient in your own lives and model it for others to see and understand. Lastly, celebrate that resilience and honor your body, mind and soul for bringing you to such great heights. Much respect and best wishes to each one of you. Here's to our time in the big easy!
Published Works:
Introduction to mindfulness and positive thinking (pg. 4):
http://immaculatan.immaculata.edu/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/Final-December-Edition1.pdf
The Ins and Outs of Stereotyping (pg. 4):
http://immaculatan.immaculata.edu/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/Immaculatan-February.pdf
My Journey Through Yoga (pg. 6)
http://immaculatan.immaculata.edu/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/March-Final-Version-For-Print.pdf
Refugee Resettlement: The Greatest Humanitarian Crisis of Our Generation
http://immaculatan.immaculata.edu/?p=2477
Arts Holding Hands and Hearts (AHHAH):
http://www.artsholdinghandsandhearts.com/
Linked In:
https://www.linkedin.com/profile/preview?locale=en_US&trk=prof-0-sb-preview-primary-button