After another senseless mass murder yesterday, I wasn’t really sure what I wanted to write or post today. I am SAD and ANGRY, but unfortunately, I am not surprised. I’m literally exhausted – mentally and emotionally drained from the constant trauma of being Black, being a woman, being an empath, and being a human being […]
I Am Angry and Sad, but Not Surprised! Read More »
Remember in the blog titled, Distract The Distractions, when I asked myself why I have accepted being the “best-kept secret” when I am great at what I do and responded that I wasn’t sure what I wanted to be known for? The truth is that I do actually know what I want to be
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They say when the student is ready the teacher appears. As a recovering planner, overthinker, and perfectionist, I can say that has absolutely been true throughout my life. I don’t do things that I truly don’t want to do. I also don’t do things that I feel I’m not ready to do. The latter
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I’ve developed and managed successful programs. I’ve facilitated powerful youth and adult groups. I’ve formed and led strong multidisciplinary teams. I’ve taught courses and delivered trainings that allow students and professionals to tap into their strengths and advance their skills and careers. I am great at what I do and everyone who knows me
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I’ve recently joined a lot of social work groups on Facebook. One of the questions I’ve seen in almost all the groups is about how to earn good money without multiple job or without a license. Another common complaint is low wages. I am going to continue to shout from the rooftops that social
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I love Twitter. Let me clarify…I love #socialworktwitter. I love the community of like-minded professionals and a real-time pulse on what is happening in the field of social work around the world. Last week I came across a powerful tweet that I agree with wholeheartedly and that reignited something in me. “Social workers must
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Mental health refers to our emotional and social well-being and impacts how we think, feel, and behave. It plays a role in connecting with others, making decisions, handling stress, and many other aspects of daily life. Mental health is health. Mental health is wealth. Mental Health Awareness Month
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Yes, we are still supporting teen boys in foster homes, group homes, and homeless shelters. Here are ways you can get involved with Pack A Backpack™ Drive 2022: Sponsor an agency – Purchase new donations then visit the agency website and follow their procedures for making/delivering donations directly to the selected agency. Host a
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Are you struggling to leverage your college education? Do you want to build your social work career on a solid foundation? Does your job search feel painful and unproductive? I created the Uplevel Your Position Career Development Program to help social work students and recent graduates launch and build strong, successful careers in the
In a blog post titled “5 Graduation Gift Ideas for Your Intern”, published 6 years ago on April 25, 2016, I noted that many companies take their intern to brunch or lunch and that gifts can also be more personal and more tailored to the intern’s style, hobbies, or preferences. The 5 intern graduation
The Uplevel Your Position Program Makes a Great Graduation Gift! Read More »