Guiding Highlights
November/December: Double Feature
The Holidays are here and they are stressful for most people.
In case you missed it, here are some coping skills that can help. You'll be learning more and have the opportunity to participate in the 12 Days of Coping beginning December 8th through December 23rd. We're looking forward to all the fun and stress relief that will be offered during that time. We hope you'll join us!
Diversions
Write, draw, paint, photography;
Play an instrument, sing, dance, act;
Take a shower or a bath;
Garden;
Take a walk
Watch television or a movie;
Watch cute kitten videos on YouTube;
Play a game;
Clean or organize your environment;
Read;
Social/Interpersonal Coping
Talk to someone you trust;
Set boundaries and say “no”;
Use humor;
Spend time with friends and/or family;
Serve someone in need;
Encourage others.
Cognitive Coping
Lower your expectations of the situation;
Keep an inspirational quote with you;
Be flexible;
Write a list of goals;
Write a list of pros and cons for decisions;
Reward or pamper yourself when successful;
Write a list of strengths;
Accept a challenge with a positive attitude.
Tension Releasers
Exercise or play sports;
Cry;
Laugh.
Physical
Get enough sleep;
Eat healthy foods;
Get into a good routine;
Practice deep/slow breathing.
Spiritual
Pray or meditate;
Enjoy nature;
Get involved in a worthy cause.
Limit-Setting
Drop some involvement;
Prioritize important tasks;
Use assertive communication;
Schedule time for yourself.
Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDOR), is an annual observance on November 20 that honors the memory of the transgender people whose lives were lost in acts of anti-transgender violence that year.
Read more about Transgender Awareness Week (Semana de Concientización Transgénero en espagnol) and Transgender Day of Remembrance below, and find out how you can participate.
What is Transgender Awareness Week?
Transgender Awareness Week is a week when transgender people and their allies take action to bring attention to the community by educating the public about who transgender people are, sharing stories and experiences, and advancing advocacy around issues of prejudice, discrimination, and violence that affect the transgender community.
What is Transgender Day of Remembrance?
Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDOR) was founded by transgender advocate Gwendolyn Ann Smith as a vigil to honor Rita Hester, a transgender woman who was killed in 1998. The vigil commemorated all the transgender people lost to violence that year and began the world-wide observance that has become the annual Transgender Day of Remembrance.
Participate in TDOR by attending or organizing a vigil on November 20 to honor all those whose lives were lost to anti-transgender violence that year. Vigils are typically hosted by local transgender advocates or LGBTQ organizations, and held at community centers, parks, places of worship and other venues. The vigil often involves reading a list of the names of those who died that year.
For additional resources, please see our Resources page.
12 Days of Coping Preview
Thursday, December 8th: Give a Sticker to Someone You Don’t Know Day-Kindness goes a long way, especially when you start your day this way. Meet us in the cafeteria to get your sticker and meet someone you don't know.
Friday, December 9th: National Card Day- Did you know when you show gratitude to someone else, it actually makes you feel good too? Join us in the college office to make cards to show someone you care.
Monday, December 12th: Movie Monday- Join us in the cafeteria for a fun holiday movie and some snacks.
Tuesday, December 13th: National Cocoa Day-Join us for a cozy day of pajama wearing and cocoa sharing.
Wednesday, December 14th: Ugly Sweater Day- Nothing spells holiday like an ugly sweater.
Thursday, December 15th: Seasonal Affect Education-Join us in the College Office to discuss signs and symptoms of what is typically known as "seasonal depression."
Zen Den Week
Friday, December 16th: No Kid Eats Alone in Cafeteria Day- Please join us in making sure everyone has someone to sit with during lunch today. The holidays can be a lonely time and you never know what someone may be going through.
Monday, December 19th: Scavenger Hunt - follow the clues. First team to win gets Jerome's pizza for lunch.
Tuesday, December 20th: Paint and Chip- Painting with chips of all kinds (potato, chocolate)...what could go wrong?
Wednesday, December 21st: Winter Solstice Wednesday- Join us for meditation to welcome winter.
Thursday, December 22nd: Color Your Worries Away Day- Coloring actually helps you relieve stress and it's fun too!
Friday, December 23rd: Winter Wonderland- Have fun at this festive winter carnival.