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Why the Road to Success and Self-Growth Should Be Paved with Self-Care
This blog is written by Tina Martin, a guest blogger of CoffeeWithJR. Talking openly about mental health is so important. It’s why checking out Coffee With JR can be very helpful for your own mental health journey. If you are preparing for a major life change or...
Stop Anti-Asian Hate
STOP ANTI-ASIAN HATE by Dr. DJ Ida The recent shootings in Atlanta are a painful reminder of increasing anti-Asian sentiment as documented in the 3/16/2021 National Report from Stop AAPI Hate (https://stopaapihate.org). Our hearts go out to all the victims, families...
Mourn the Death by Celebrating a Living
On the last day of February, Maggie dog passed away at age eleven. When my best friend Matt and I were roommates, Matt fostered Maggie first, then adopted her a couple of days later. Maggie was a rescued puppy. Her previous owner dumped her on a hot street in New...
Help Your Kids Adjust to a Return to School After the Pandemic
This blog is by CoffeeWithJR guest blogger, Lisa Walker. The coronavirus has been hard on kids and parents across the country. Eventually, all schools will reopen, and families can finally anticipate some kind of return to “normal life.” While each state is handling...
TRAUMA SERIES: Airport Trauma, Then and Now
As a seasoned traveler, I’ve developed a sense of familiarity with multiple airports around the country like Denver International Airport, Santa Ana/Orange County, O’Hare, Newark, Atlanta, the National Airport in DC, Baltimore, and Southwest’s Love Field in Dallas....
You Had One Job
What happened on Wednesday, January 6, 2021 at the National Capitol, I am going to simply label as a terrorist attack, treason, and a failed attempted sedition and coup. I am glad there are more articles and people voicing and writing about the real and tragic reality...
Happy New Year!
From the bottom of my heart, I would like to take this time to thank all of my readers, clients, and business partners. I am grateful for each and every one of you! Your supports and belief in my efforts to normalize mental health conversations and in my...
Year-End Reflection 2020
Photo by Rachel Audette “Only those who dare to fail greatly can ever achieve greatly.” - Robert F. Kennedy At the beginning of 2020 when I was laying out my business plan, I had only projected giving two virtual webinars max. Out of my wildest imagination, I had...
Tips for Self-Care While Embracing Pandemic-Related Changes
This blog is written by Lisa Walker, a guest blogger of CoffeeWithJR. Most of us naturally resist change, especially when it’s forced upon us rather than being a choice. COVID-19 pandemic is a perfect example. Few of us would choose to wear face masks or isolate...
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