Check out Jillian’s interview with KNX here where she discusses boundaries during the holidays.
The holidays can be challenging because we want to connect with our family but sometimes differences in lifestyle, opinions, and values can cause rifts that are challenging to navigate. It is more than ok to set boundaries in every relationship in our lives! When seeing family this holiday season, Set your boundaries for yourself. Who […]
Tangible Ways To Support LGBTQ+ Youth Post-Election
In the wake of election results, many people are finding themselves flooded with difficult emotions. The core issue here is not politics, as many suggest, but rather matters of human rights. Many people are hurting as they struggle to process what this election means for themselves, those they love, and members of at-risk populations. When fear […]
PRESS RELEASE: Anne Arundel County 2024 DisAbility Awareness Day Honoree Announced and to be Honored at October Event
Check out this press release from the Anne Arundel County Commission on Disability Issues! Link: 2024 DisAbility Awareness Day Honoree Announced
What To Do When Panic Attacks
Fear is a natural emotion, crucial for our survival and evolution as a species. A healthy sense of fear can protect us from harm and guide us away from risky situations. However, when fear spirals out of control, it can lead to big feelings of panic, worry, and anxiety. So how do we regain control […]
Yoga For Menstrual Pain
Yoga can help with menstrual cramps by relaxing your body and improving blood flow. Certain poses, like Child’s Pose or Cat-Cow, gently stretch your lower back and stomach muscles, which can ease the pain. Deep breathing in yoga can also help you feel calmer and less stressed, which might make the cramps feel better. Doing […]
Good Morning Yoga
Starting your day with yoga can help you feel calm, focused, and ready for whatever comes next. Simple stretches and deep breathing wake up your body and mind, helping you feel strong and relaxed. Poses like reaching up to the sky or twisting side to side can get your energy flowing. Yoga is a fun […]
Yoga And Mindfulness Cube
Deep breathing and yoga are great tools for practicing self-love and helping you manage youremotions. When you take slow, deep breaths, it signals your body to relax, which can calm yourmind and reduce stress. Yoga helps by combining movement and breath, allowing you to feelmore in control of your feelings. Together, they teach you to […]
Tips And Tricks To Regain Control: Strategies For Emotional Regulation
Coping skills are tools that help kids regain emotional control when they’re feeling overwhelmed or upset. Simple techniques like deep breathing, counting to ten, or taking a break to go for a walk can help calm down strong feelings. Other skills, like talking to a friend or drawing in a journal, can provide a safe […]
Talking About Birth Control Options
Talking to your parents about birth control might feel intimidating, but it’s an important conversation to have if you’re thinking about your sexual health. Whether you’re considering birth control for sexual activity, managing menstrual cycles or symptoms, or preventing pregnancy, having open communication with a trusted adult is a responsible step. It’s completely normal to […]
Talking with parents about sex, sexuality, and gender
Talking to your parents about sex, sexuality, and gender should not be intimidating, but many youth often feel uncertain about where to start. Creating a community of support around you is in an important part of understanding yourself and your identity. It’s normal to feel nervous or unsure about how to start these conversations, especially […]