Yesterday, we looked at the importance of being intentional about noticing things about your relationships and other people that you appreciate. Over time, relationships can fall into routines, so it becomes even more important to dig deeper to discover new
Notice First
Have you noticed how many distractions people face today? People today are busy! With all the demands on our time and attention, it’s no wonder that it’s easy to take for granted the more subtle, less demanding parts of life
Transforming Your Relationships With Gratitude
It’s Thanksgiving week! Have you considered how cultivating a perspective of thankfulness and gratitude can transform your relationships? By focusing on the positive things that you appreciate about your relationships and the people close to you, you can strengthen your
In Gratitude to Guilford County Veterans and Their Families
This Veteran’s Day, we give thanks to all Guilford County veterans and their families. Thank you for your service to our community and to our country.
Student Veterans in Higher Education
By Brad Wrenn, Coordinator of the UNCG Veterans Resource Center Making the transition into higher education is an exciting and challenging experience for everyone, but students who are coming to college after serving on active duty in the armed forces
Challenges and Supports for Military Families
By Lindsey Jefferies If I asked you to name an organization that that directly impacts an employee’s family just as much as the actual employee, I bet I could guess what you would say. Law enforcement and the military are
Honoring Military Families
According to U.S. Census data, approximately 30,700 military veterans live in Guilford County, representing about 8% of the population in our community. This week, we at the Healthy Relationships Initiative are honoring the courage and strength of military families. Military
Fostering Resilience among Children Exposed to Domestic Violence
By Christine Murray, HRI Director The American Psychological Association defines resilience as “the process of adapting well in the face of adversity, trauma, tragedy, threats or significant sources of stress…It means ‘bouncing back’ from difficult experiences.” The concept of resilience
“We Help Children Regain Their Smiles”
By Margaret Dudley, Supervising Attorney, Elon Legal Services “The mission of the Guilford County Family Justice Center is to empower family violence victims to live free from violence and abuse and hold offenders accountable by providing easily accessible, coordinated,
Too Much! Too Fast!
By Rachel S. Hutto, MS, Ed.S, LPC There are many definitions of trauma that are used by counselors. Some are super technical and others a bit more understandable. All have their value. The definition that often makes the most sense