Words of Wisdom May 5, 2024
Words of Wisdom
Curated by Trao Thao
“Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.”
Helen Keller
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The Importance of Social Connection
This week’s Too Dope is all about the importance of our connections to other people. As we continue moving back into more traditional social settings its important we scaffold for success. Social connections are really about the feeling of closeness or belonging. Shape Your Happiness has...
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CalEndow Live Presents
Jasmine Guillory & Alisha Rai:Women Authors of Color Reinventing the Romance NovelREGISTER TODAY! A Virtual EventTuesday, November 16, 20215:30 – 6:30 p.m.Award-winning authors Jasmine Guillory and Alisha Rai are helping to lead a national movement to redefine the romance genre. Helpless damsels in distress are OUT...
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Bad Company: Is Too Much Alone Time Making You Sick?
By Suzanne LeighExcerpt: Social isolation and loneliness can be a potent stressor in both teens and adults. To mitigate distress, some individuals may turn to maladaptive behaviors like excessive alcohol or drugs. Conversely, social connection can reinforce health promoting behaviors, providing the support to make good...
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Sacramento Music Program That Gives Youth Safe Outlet for Expression
In August 2023, members of the Department of Sound participated in a 4-Day Youth Development Institute aimed at cultivating engaging and supportive environments for youth growth....