This week we’ll discuss what we’ve learned and gained from the year, how or whether to make reasonable mental health goals, and facing challenges for the coming year.
Here is a short video we’ll watch:
Positive Reflections on the Past Year for Your Mental Health
And you might also want to read this short article: New Year, Same You — and That’s OK!
Warmup question: What’s your best or most memorable New Year’s party/event/experience?
Hello all,
This week we are discussing the difficulties people face in reintegrating into society after incarceration, a situation which impacts every aspect of their lives, including mental health.
How does it feel to reenter the world with a felony charge on your back and a parole officer watching your every move? Ever been asked on an employment questionnaire whether you have a criminal record? What happens if you say “yes”?
Watch this video describing the challenges imposed on people who are leaving prison.
Warmup: What is one object you own that you should give away or discard, but probably never will?