Many thanks to Anna White @LightHouseDXB for such an informative workshop on parenting in the digital age; and your practical tips on raising values-driven, happy, connected children with a healthy relationship with technology, as part of our #BSAKWellbeing programme.
#BSAKCares
@BSAKAbuDhabi hosting a parent forum and information session about positive mental health and how to raise a child in the digital age. Great stuff - super-helpful from @LightHouseDXB
Dr. @salihaafridi from @LightHouseDXB talks about how the lack of gender equality is not an employers issue but a leadership issue and it needs to start from the top-down.
#ABWomeninBusines
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is equivalent to physical first aid, but for mental health.
Date: (2 part course)
Thursday, June 23rd &
Friday, June 24th
Time: 9:30AM - 2:30PM
Investment: AED 1,595 per person 5% VAT
Register: buff.ly/3PTZJNk
This evidence-based course is ideal for Adults who want to understand and support Mental Health difficulties in young people.
Date: Wednesday, June 15th & Thursday, June 16th
Time: 9:30AM-2:30PM
Investment fee: 1674.75 AED
Register: buff.ly/3Me9kvg
A 4-hour online course to update and refresh your knowledge, skills, and confidence to identify, understand, and respond to people who may be struggling with their mental health.
Date: Thu, June 9th
Time: 9:30AM - 1:30PM
Investment Fee: AED 577.50
Link: buff.ly/3GKdD0b
The Teen MHFA monthly support session is for those who have taken the Teen Mental Health First Aid training through The LightHouse Arabia. It is open to teens ages 16-18 years.
Date: Saturday, June 4th
Time: 11AM - 3:30PM
Investment Fee: 498.75 AED
Link: buff.ly/3taKsxQ
One of the biggest myths around vulnerability is that it's the same as weakness.
“Vulnerability is the willingness to show up and be seen, even when the outcome is uncertain".
Are you letting yourself to be vulnerable?
#DiscoverYourLight
#lighthousearabia
Research shows that it takes between 21-254 days to form a habit. Remember, even the tiniest of movements towards a new habit will get you closer to your results.
What new habits are you working on right now?
#DiscoverYourLight
#lighthousearabia
Something that’s helpful in building resilience is to look after your mental health. The stronger your mental health, the better you will be able to cope with mistakes and failures and you’ll be more likely to learn, bounce back and succeed.
#DiscoverYourLight
Research shows that if we are acting in a way that is consistent with our values it will lead to a higher life satisfaction, which involves more meaning and fulfilment despite the difficulties of life.
Are you leading a value-led life?
#DiscoverYourLight
When someone is sad, asking them “Can I do anything?” might not be the best way to offer help. Often they don’t want to bother you, or they don’t even know what they need. Instead, make specific, helpful gestures.
Image: @lizandmollie
#lighthousearabia#generosity
In collaboration with Small and Mighty, we are honored to offer a free online Grief Support meeting once a month for parents grieving the death of a child. You do not have to go through your grief alone.
Date: Tuesday, May 31st
Time: 10AM - 11:30AM
Link: buff.ly/3LaKn3k
Researchers found that people who gave others the benefit of the doubt all the time were happier, compared to the participants who always blamed others. People who only sometimes gave others the benefit of the doubt were also happier. #DiscoverYourLight
This is a safe and supportive space for individuals ages 21yrs who have lost their partners. The group aims to provide participants with space to speak openly about their grief alongside others.
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Date: Monday, May 30th
Time: 5:30PM - 7PM
Register: buff.ly/3NaQPIS