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National Alliance on Mental Health

Curated by YDN Admin Shipilin — November 17, 2020

NAMI Basics OnDemand is a free, six-session online education program for parents, caregivers and other family who provide care for youth aged 22 or younger who are experiencing mental health symptoms. NAMI Basics OnDemand is an adaptation of the in-person course offered in 43 states by NAMI affiliates. Register today: https://basics.nami.org Download Videos   NAMI is the […]

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Waiting by Striking Matches

Curated by YDN Admin Shipilin — November 17, 2020

This song is part of a soundtrack from the motion picture “The Secret: Dare to Dream” with its timeless messages of hope, compassion, and gratitude, The movie is an inspiring and heartwarming film that shows how positive thoughts can transform our lives. The song lyrics brings hope and strength during times of healing.

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Communication Activities, Exercises, and Games

Curated by YDN Admin Shipilin — November 17, 2020

If you’re looking for a resource that’s rich with ideas, tips, and exercises that will help you become a better communicator and improve your relationships with your family, friends, and coworkers, positivepsychology.comis a great resource. This particular article is filled with useful tips and tools we think will be valuable. “The most important ingredient we put into any […]

Words of Wisdom

Weekly WOW

Curated by Nicoda Adams — November 10, 2020

Empathy is a quality of character that can change the world. Barack Obama

Tips & Tools

How to Write a Gratitude List

Curated by Nicoda Adams — November 10, 2020

As we head into the colder months and continue to live in this “new normal”, it’s important to be aware of your mental health and practice self-care. Something I’ve been tackling lately is creating a “gratitude list”. This article helps highlight the steps needed in order to start making this a habit.  “In the same way […]

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City Rising: Youth & Democracy

Curated by Nicoda Adams — November 10, 2020

There is nothing we love more at YDN than youth voice and choice. PBS has released a documentary following stories across California where young leaders and organizers campaign for political and social change. “City Rising: Youth & Democracy” follows the stories of youth leaders, allies and organizations as they challenge institutional and systemic issues through civic […]

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the author – Luz

Curated by Nicoda Adams — November 10, 2020

Hunting for new music can often prove difficult for me, but I found this gem by Luz that I’ve grown to love for it’s calming nature. Check out the author by Luz here. “Someone tell the authorWhat I really think of her‘Cause I’m afraid that all my unprecedented thoughtsWon’t lead anywhere”

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The Importance Of Soft Skills In A Post-Pandemic World

Curated by Nicoda Adams — November 10, 2020

“If the Covid-19 pandemic has taught us anything, it is the importance of knowing what matters most in our lives, personally and professionally. For many business leaders, it is not so much about what we can achieve, but rather how we want to act in the world. These shifts in perspective elevate the importance of […]

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Deaf U – A Netflix Original Reality Series (Rated TV-MA)

Curated by Meg Birmingham — October 20, 2020

Deaf U is a coming-of-age reality series following a tight-knit group of Deaf students at Gallaudet University, a renowned private college for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, in Washington, D.C. Just a warning this show definitely deserves it’s TV-MA rating, it gives you everything you would expect from a reality TV show about college students […]

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Don’t Let the Green Grass Fool You (Live)- The California Honey Drops

Curated by Meg Birmingham — October 20, 2020

In the last few weeks I’ve been enjoying The California Honey Drops, a band which I had never heard of until maybe a month ago. The song Don’t Let the Green Grass Fool You from one of their live shows, while definitely a longer song, has been one of my favorites. I can’t put this song in […]

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Last Chance to Apply for CYRB

Curated by Meg Birmingham — October 20, 2020

If you haven’t heard yet, time is running out to apply to be a member of the Covid Youth Response Board. Do you know a young person who is interested in making a change in their community and learn important leadership skills? They should join CYRB! You can find the application here.

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How do we navigate major choices during times of crisis?

Curated by Meg Birmingham — October 20, 2020

This article from the Lily, a product of The Washington Post, addresses how our relationship with decisions has changed over the course of the pandemic. It says: “In the early days of the pandemic, it seemed smart to press pause on major decisions… [now] it may not be possible or healthy to leave big decisions on the […]

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