With Mother’s Day approaching, we’re all trying to think of ways we can show the mothers in our lives love and appreciation, especially amidst the coronavirus pandemic. Mother’s Day celebrations may look a bit different this year, but there are
Celebrating Mothers
Mother’s Day is right around the corner! Our mothers do so much for us throughout our lives and often ask very little, if anything, in return. They are strong, powerful, loving, and compassionate. We know we can count on them
Supporting Essential Workers: Just Be There
Essential workers all over the world are facing the dangers of this virus head-on, and we do not yet know the emotional and physical repercussions that essential workers will face as a result of this pandemic. While the uncertainty about
Supporting Essential Workers: Offer Support to Their Loved Ones
Many frontline workers during COVID-19 are working extremely long hours, only to feel exhausted when they arrive home. Whether the essential worker in your life lives with you or not, supporting their loved ones during this time is a great
Supporting Essential Workers: Listen Attentively
It is no secret that during tough times, one of the most important things we can do is stay connected with our loved ones. But, sometimes, we get so caught up in the act of staying connected, that we forget
Supporting Essential Workers: Show Your Gratitude
Gratitude is more than just being thankful – it is showing that thankfulness in measurable ways. Gratitude not only helps us stay in tune with what makes us happy and what motivates us, but it is also a great way
Supporting Essential Workers During COVID-19: Stay Home
The COVID-19 pandemic has upended the lives and routines of people all over the world. However, while most of us are staying home to slow the spread, there are many who wake up each day and face this pandemic head
Finding Gratitude in the Face of COVID-19
Supporting Older Adults During Social Distancing
Supporting Older Adults During Social Distancing Camila Dos Santos, M.Ed., Program Coordinator of the Healthy Relationships Initiative Social distancing has prompted us all to significantly reduce or eliminate face-to-face interactions with those outside of our homes. While it is important
Grieving the Loss of Normalcy
By Taylor Gabbey, HRI Graduate Assistant All of us experience grief at some point or another. When many people think of mourning, they usually think of the loss of a loved one through death, whether that’s a friend, family member,