Susan Spellman Cann

This isn’t about becoming some kind of kindness machine who never stops. It’s about holding two truths at once: You want to live in line with your values. You also have a nervous system, a body, and a life that needs care. Some days, the smallest good deed will be reaching out to someone else. Other days, it will be finally drinking some water, taking a breath, or choosing not to speak harshly to yourself. I still need to work on this even though I know better.

f you’ve ever wished you could bottle up your best lessons, your calmest counselling moments, and your most student-friendly supports… Book Creator is basically that bottle—with glitter, voice, photos, video, and a big “make it yours” button. I love this tool and see so many possibilities for teachers and counsellors.

Free resources for mental health awareness week.