Sweetwater High Counseling Center: 2017

Sweetwater High School Counselors are committed to providing a comprehensive counseling and guidance program as a vehicle to assist students in acquiring and using life-long learning and self-managing skills. We are committed to implementing a proactive and preventative program which employs strategies to enhance student academic success, provide career awareness, develop employment readiness, encourage self-awareness, foster interpersonal communication skills and impart life success skills.

Tuesday, December 5, 2017

The 2017 Scholarship for San Diego County

The 2017 Scholarship for San Diego County will be Available Online on January 16^th!

Up to $5,000

Go to http://changealife.org/scholarship-program/apply/

The Deadline to apply is Thursday, March 1, 2018.

Attached is a flyer for distribution.

Scholarship Criteria

1. Must be attending an San Diego County Public High School.

2. Must be a 12^th grade student enrolling in a four-year College or University.

3. Must have a minimum weighted GPA of 3.5 from 9^th grade to the first semester of 12^th grade.

4. Must have a minimum SAT score of 1060 (test scores on or after 3/2016) or 1500 (test scores prior to 3/2016) -OR- minimum ACT score of 21.

5. Must be enrolled in and/or have passed Advanced Placement courses (AP courses).

6. Must be at or below HUD Income Guidelines.

7. Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Legal Resident.

8. Must show evidence of extracurricular activities such as school activities, community involvement, and/or employment.

9. Community Service from 9th grade to first semester of 12th grade (minimum of 40 hours).

Career Exploration Series Pre-Test 2017

10th grade Career Curriculum Series are happening in the Counseling Center this week.

Please click here to take the series Pre-test.

→Career Exploration Series Pre-Test 2017

→POST TEST

Community Service: Love Thy Neighbor

Contact for Volunteer Hours:

ruben@lovethyneighbormovement.com
(619) 453-1076

Make sure you get your Community Service Form signed by your social science teacher

BEFORE doing any hours!

Maida Torres-Stanovick Adelante Mujer Scholarship

Friendly reminder that the Maida Torres-Stanovick Adelante Mujer Scholarship DEADLINE is Friday, December 8, 2017.

Access application here

It's FINANCIAL AID Time

Hi Seniors!

It’s time to complete your FINANCIAL AID application! Whether you plan to do community college, technical school, military, work, or 4-year university, our goal is to have 100% of our seniors do their financial aid application to ensure you have the $MONEY$ to continue school if you choose to do so!

Please remember there is a deadline for the FAFSA! If you don’t fill it out in time, you may be ineligible for FREE MONEY for COLLEGE!

See any of the counselors afterschool if you need help. Parents are welcome to come afterschool also!

Here are some worksheets to gather all the information you need to complete the FAFSA:

CA Dream Act (CADA) Worksheet for undocumented students:

http://www.csac.ca.gov/pubs/forms/grnt_frm/2017-18_dream_application_worksheet.pdf

FAFSA Worksheet for US citizens or permanent residents (green card holders):

https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/sites/default/files/2017-18-fafsa-worksheet.pdf

Questions? Come see me!

MTS SAN DIEGO STUDENT INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

“… I feel more like a real scientist/engineer than a student at a camp…”

The 20th Annual Summer Internship Program for High School Students

The San Diego Section of the Marine Technology Society is proud to announce its 20th annual summer internship program. The MTS Program will provide a six-week summer experience for motivated high school students, hosted by one of MTS’s corporate sponsors.

Click here to see the 2017 Interns experiences

Click here to see what other past Interns have said about their experiences with the program.

Students will be provided with a hands-on science/technology experience, building important scientific, technical and employment skills under the direction of a workplace mentor.

Students will also receive a stipend of at least $2400 upon successful completion of the program.

Applicants:

Must be at least 16 years old on July 1, 2018.
Must be starting the 11th or 12th grade in the fall of 2018.
Must have a 3.5 GPA or better.
Must submit a complete application (please see link below)

Timeline:
.The completed Application Form must be received by January 15, 2018.

Click Here for MTS Student Intern Application

Interviews and Student Selection will occur during Feb-May 2018.
All students interviewed will be contacted about the status of their application.
Final Student Selection will occur in late May/early June 2018.
Internships begin in early July 2018
MAIL TO: Marine Technology Society P.O. Box 371348 San Diego CA 92137-1348

Friday, December 1, 2017

December 2017 Scholarship Bulletin

Click here to access the December Scholarship Bulletin

Scholarships = Free $$$

For more information about SCHOLARSHIPS AND FINANCIAL AID, click here, or visit Scholarship Counselor, Mr. Briney!

Wednesday, November 29, 2017

Southwestern Peer Advisor In Counseling Center Tues and Thurs

Some of you might have already met our Southwestern College Peer Advisor, Joseph Navarro.

He is in the Counseling Center on Tuesdays and Thursdays to help with the process of applying to Southwestern College.

There is a sign-up sheet on the door of office #131 if you would like to meet with him.

You can also email him at suhiadvisor@gmail.com.

UC and CSU Application Deadline is THURSDAY!

It’s not too late! The deadline for the University of CA (UC) and CA State University (CSU) is due THURSDAY!

See the counselors afterschool if you want to get started!

Check out this worksheet to prepare

Not sure where to apply, CLICK HERE.

If you are already done, please let me know which UC and CSU campuses you’ve applied to.

If you’ve decided to do community college instead, please see our Southwestern College Peer Advisor, Joseph Navarro, in the Counseling Center on Tuesdays and Thursdays. There is a sign-up sheet on the door of office #131. You can also email him at suhiadvisor@gmail.com.

See me at NB or LUNCH if you have questions!

Tuesday, November 28, 2017

San Diego Foundation Scholarship Application Opening

The San Diego Foundation's 2018-19 Common Scholarship Application will open Friday, December 1st. Many awards included in the application have criteria that makes them better suited to specific groups of students, which means that counselors, administrators, mentors, and community members are vital to helping match those students with relevant awards.

Click here to find scholarship flyers that may correspond to your interests.

There are also more than a dozen separate awards that are administered by The San Diego Foundation but not included in the Common Scholarship Application. These opportunities should be of interest to any motivated students that you may know, and we appreciate you taking the time to pass the information along to them.

In addition to listing separate awards, The San Diego Foundation website has a number of other tools to help students, parents, and mentors navigate the scholarships process.

On the students tab you can find a full list of award criteria, Tips for a Competitive Application (attached), and a practice application to prepare for December 1st.

California State University - Cal State Apply Fee Waiver

Having trouble completing the fee waiver for your CSU application?

This checklist can help!

CTA César E. Chávez Memorial Education Awards Program

This awards program provides recognition for teams of students and their teachers who demonstrate an understanding of the vision and guiding principles by which César Chávez lived his life. The recipients, both students and sponsoring CTA members, will receive up to $550 and their work will be recognized by the posting of visual art and written essays online and in various CTA publications. The exact amount will be determined by the Awards committee.

Application is here: https://www.cta.org/scholarships

Monday, November 27, 2017

Community Service: The City of National City Kimball Senior Center

The City of National City Kimball Senior Center is looking for volunteers.

The upcoming date they need volunteers is Dec. 19th 2017.

Contact Mercy Miana if you are interested:

Mercy B. Miana
Work: 619-336-6760
Cell: 619-985-8844
mmiana@nationalcityca.gov

Please bring your Community Service Form with you!

The location will be at 1221 D Ave. National City (Kimball Senior Center).

Friday, November 17, 2017

Dreamers Conference at Palomar College

Don't miss this important and informative event for college and high school Dreamers next Saturday, Dec. 2nd.

It's the second annual Dreamers Conference at Palomar College.

https://www.facebook.com/events/855993267898324/

For more information:
Amie M. Scully, Esq.
Fouder/CEO, Students Without Limits
Support for San Diego's immigrant and undocumented youth
amie@studentswithoutlimits.org
(619) 715-5889

Thursday, November 16, 2017

Come listen to our Friday career speaker who has worked on the business end of the popular online shopping website, #Amazon! #ifttt

via Instagram http://ift.tt/2jtK4cG

Tuesday, November 14, 2017

Community Service: Toys for Joys

One of the most precious gifts you can give is your time. This year Toys for Joy will be held in four locations and it will take over 4,000 volunteers to serve guests at all our event sites. Your experience will bless you as well as the lives of children and families.

More info here:
http://toys-for-joy.org/volunteer

Thursday, November 9, 2017

Parent Workshop: The Good, The Bad, and the Ugly: Communicating with Your Teenager

Thank you to Mrs. Vallejo-Paez for leading

our second parent workshop for this school year.

Thank you to our parents in attendance,

and to our staff for supporting our efforts.

Thank you to Ms. Eva Watts from the
National City Family Resource Center for attending!

For more info on our workshop series, click here

>>> PARENT WORKSHOP #1 Here <<<

In case you missed it, here is the presentation and link to forms discussed.

If you have any questions, please contact your child's counselor.

Tuesday, October 31, 2017

The Next SAT is on December 2. Register by November 2

Monday, October 30, 2017

SUHI Peer Mediators are Here for You

Want to meet with a Peer Mediator?

Sign Up Here:

https://goo.gl/forms/F0aN0d7Hkw9cWiy22

Friday, October 27, 2017

Health & Wellness Fair at Paradise Valley Hospital

On behalf of Paradise Valley Hospital and Mabuhay Foundation, you are all invited to Paradise Valley Hospital 9th Annual Health and Wellness Fair.

Friday, October 20, 2017

Community Service: National City Library

Looking to complete your community service hours? Spend some time at the National City Library.

>>> CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO <<<

Wednesday, October 18, 2017

Parent Workshop: How to Help Your Child Have a Successful High School Experience

Thank you to Mrs. Garcia for leading

our first parent workshop for this school year.

Thank you to our parents in attendance,

and to our staff for supporting our efforts.

For more info on our workshop series, click here

In case you missed it, here is the presentation and link to forms discussed. If you have any questions, please contact your child's counselor.

Monday, October 16, 2017

Financial Aid Night - All Parents of National City are Invited

Friday, October 13, 2017

Community Service Opportunity: Glow Run Chula Vista

The City of Chula Vista Recreation Department is hosting a Halloween Glow Run on Friday, October 27 and we are looking for some volunteers.

Please call Montevalle Community Center office for more volunteer information. 619-691-5269

Thursday, October 12, 2017

Yoga & Meditation for You!

Self-transformation begins by planting the seeds of positive thinking in your daily life

For all SUHi students

When: Every Wednesday, beginning Nov 1st

Where: room 704

Time: 2:45-3:30pm

Instructor: Mr. Reyes

Want to join? Sign up here: https://goo.gl/forms/YkzEGT3zFqDE6Ctb2

Tuesday, October 10, 2017

October Tutoring Schedule

Click here for our latest afterschool tutoring and interventions schedule!

A Degree with a Guarantee - Associate Degree for Transfer

ABOUT THE JOINT TRANSFER PROGRAM

Complete your associate and bachelor's degrees in only 120 units.

The new joint transfer program from the California Community Colleges and the California State Universities makes it easier for students like you to transfer between the two school systems. For the first time in California history, community college students who complete a new AA-T or AS-T will be guaranteed admission to the California State University (CSU) system. With this new degree, you have the opportunity to complete two degrees with only 120 units if you apply and are admitted into a similar degree program.

Through the new program, students who complete an AA-T or AS-T will be given a special GPA advantage when applying to CSU impacted campuses or majors.

The best part of the deal? Students with an AA-T or AS-T enter the CSU system with junior standing. Students who are admitted to a program that has been deemed similar will need only 60 more semester units (or 90 quarter units) to complete a bachelor's degree.

This website is designed to explain the guarantee, and help you identify an AA-T or AS-T that might be right for you. To get started on your AA-T or AS-T, or for more information, check out a community college website, or visit a counseling office to learn about how the joint transfer program can help you achieve your education goals.

For more information: http://adegreewithaguarantee.com/

Grandparents Raising Grandchildren: Relative Caregiver Symposium

Grandparents Raising Grandchildren:

Relative Caregiver Symposium

Saturday, October 21^st

8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Castle Park Middle School, 160 Quintard St., Chula Vista, CA 91911

Friday, October 6, 2017

Service Academy Information Night

Congresswoman Susan Davis will be hosting a service academy information night. Each year the Congresswoman has the privilege of nominating young men and women to attend U.S. service academies. This event will provide an opportunity for interested students to learn more about our service academies and receive assistance with completing their applications.

Students interested in attending one of our prestigious service academies will be able to hear from each institution. The U.S. Naval Academy, U.S. Military Academy at West Point, U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, and U.S. Coast Guard Academy will have representatives at the event to answer questions. Representatives from our local ROTC Cadres will also be present.

High school seniors planning to apply to a service academy or join an ROTC program are encouraged to attend. This is a public event open to any high school students who have an interest in learning more about our Service Academies. Parents and siblings are also welcome. No RSVP is necessary/

For more info:

https://susandavis.house.gov/about/events/service-academy-information-night

College Assessments: SAT/ACT Dates

Students who are planning on applying to a 4-year university must take the SAT and/or ACT exams.

Counselors are available Monday through Thursday afterschool to help student register for the exam.

SAT Dates: Click here

ACT Dates: Click here

Parent Workshop Series

The SUHi Counselors would like to invite you

to our annual workshop series

for all parents of National City.

We hope you can attend!

Please help spread the word.

All workshops will be held at

Sweetwater High

2900 Highland Avenue

National City, CA 91950

October Scholarship Bulletin

Click here to access the October Scholarship Bulletin

Scholarships = Free $$$

For more information about SCHOLARSHIPS AND FINANCIAL AID, click here, or visit Scholarship Counselor, Mr. Briney!

Asian Pacific Youth Leadership Project - High School Leadership Conference

2018 High School Conference Applications are Here!

Apply now for the 2018 High School Leadership Conference!

Click here for more information and the application

APYLP offers leadership conferences for Asian Pacific youth in the state of California interested in developing their leadership potential and pursuing active community and public service.

APYLP was established in 1990 to build new foundations for Asian Pacific Islander (API) youth to become involved in community and public service in California.

Our team of volunteers sponsors conferences to empower participants with confidence and a desire to make a difference in their communities. One former participant, Dan Nguyen-Tan, became the first Asian American and youngest member elected to the Chico City Council in 2000.

The Project was founded by and continues to be run by API staff of state elected officials who want to ensure strong API representation in the public sector.

For more info:

http://www.apylp.net/hs-conference/

Important Info: PSAT Day on October 11th

On Wednesday, October 11th we will have our PSAT College and Career day. We have a variety of activities that support our efforts of having a college and career school culture for all grade levels. On this day, we will have a modified PSAT bell schedule from 7:30am-1:15pm.

ALL students from 9th-12th grade are expected to attend their first period class and participate in a school wide assembly from 7:30am-8:25am. After Nutrition Break, students will be able to go to their assigned areas. In addition, important activities are planned for students from 9th -11th grade who do not take the exam.

From 8:50am-12:40pm students will participate in the following:

9th graders

Students will have the opportunity to participate in team building activities and explore different hands on activities that are offered in our after school program and elective classes. Students will receive a call slip with information about the classrooms they will report to.

10th and 11th graders

We are offering the PSAT exam to 10th and 11th graders at our school. The PSAT is a practice exam for the SAT college entrance exams that students usually take in the 11th or 12th grade years. This exam challenges students to think critically measuring their math, reading, and writing skills. Students should receive a score report in January that gives information about their strengths and areas of growth. In addition, students are able to use their results to continue to practice with the Khan Academy program. Tomorrow, Friday, students will receive a goldenrod call slip with information about the classrooms they will report to. The testing will take place from 8:50am-12:40pm.

12th graders

Seniors will have two options. They can be released early at 8:50am to complete community service on their own, or attend a workshop with their counselor to work on their 4-year university application. Tomorrow, Friday, students will receive a pink of blue call slip with information about the classrooms they will report to.

Lunch will be served from 12:45pm-1:15pm.

We encourage students to get a good night sleep the night before and arrive to school early to get breakfast from the cafeteria. Reminder that attendance for 1st period is mandatory for all students.

If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Cuellar-Martinez at 619-474-9741. Thank you for your support.
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Estimados padres de Sweetwater,

El miércoles, 11 de octubre tendremos el dia de PSAT, Colegio y Carreras. Tenemos una variedad de actividades para todos los niveles de estudiantes que apoyan nuestros esfuerzos de tener una cultura de preparer estidiantes para la universidad y carreras. En este día, tendremos un horario modificado de campana de 7:30 am a 1:15pm.

Se espera que TODOS los estudiantes de los grados 9 a 12 asistan a su primera clase y participen en una asamblea para toda la escuela de 7:30 am a 8:25 am. Después de el recreo Nutrition Break, los estudiantes podrán ir a las áreas asignadas.

De 8:50 am a 12:40 pm los estudiantes participarán en lo siguiente:

Estudiantes de 9º grado

Los estudiantes tendrán la oportunidad de participar en actividades de liderazgo de equipos y explorar diferentes actividades que se ofrecen en nuestro programa después de la escuela y clases electivas. Los estudiantes recibirán una hoja con información sobre la clase en donde se tienen que reportar.

Estudiantes de 10º y 11º grado

Estamos ofreciendo el examen PSAT a estudiantes de 10mo y 11vo grado en nuestra escuela. El PSAT es un examen de práctica para los exámenes de entrada a la Universidad. SAT que los estudiantes usualmente toman en el 11 o 12. Este examen desafía a los estudiantes a pensar críticamente midiendo sus habilidades de matemáticas, lectura y escritura. Los estudiantes recibirán un inforne en enero que da información sobre sus fortalezas y áreas de crecimiento. Además, los estudiantes pueden usar sus resultados para seguir practicando con el programa de Khan Academy. Mañana, viernes, los estudiantes recibirán una hoja con información sobre la clase en donde se tienen que reportar. Las pruebas se llevarán a cabo de 8:50 am a 12:40 pm.

Estudiantes de 12º grado (tendrán dos opciones)

Pueden salir temprano a las 8:50 am para hacer el servicio de la comunidad por su cuenta, o asistir a un taller con su consejero para trabajar en su solicitudes de universidad. Mañana, viernes, los estudiantes recibirán una hoja rosa o azul con información sobre la clase en donde se tienen que reporta

El almuerzo será servido de 12:45 a 1: 15pm.

Animamos a los estudiantes a dormir bien la noche anterior ya llegar temprano a la escuela para tomar el desayuno de la cafetería. Les recordamos que la asistencia para el primer período es obligatoria para todos los estudiantes. Si tiene alguna pregunta, comuníquese con la Sra. Cuéllar-Martínez al 619-474-9741. Gracias por su apoyo

Friday, September 15, 2017

Financial Aid Night

All students and parents are invited to our

FINANCIAL AID NIGHT

NOVEMBER 15 at 6PM

at Sweetwater High.

All grade level parents are welcome to come.

If you cannot attend, below lists all of the financial aid workshops being offered in the SUHSD.

NATIONAL SUICIDE PREVENTION WEEK: Youth and Young Adults

NATIONAL SUICIDE PREVENTION WEEK is September 10–16, 2017

You can make a tremendous difference for yourself and those around you simply by being aware of the facts about suicide, learning how to shore up your mental health and resilience, making use of the suicide prevention resources available to you, and sharing them so more people know how to recognize the risks and warning signs of suicide, and can take action.

This week we will be sharing ways you can help yourself, friends, and family who need help.

What Help is Available for Youth and Young Adults?

It’s Up To Us – Website for Young Adults:
This website provides troubled youth with resources and offers tips on how to reach out to friends.

Impact Young Adults (IYA):
Impact Young Adults (IYA) is a group of young adults, ages 18-35, that are in recovery from mental illness. They have come together to change their experience from one of striving to one of thriving!

Reach Out:
This website is focused on providing tips and resources for youth to help them get through tough times or help a friend. Youth “who have been there and made it through” can share their personal stories or view those submitted by other youth. The site also features the “Reach Out” blog.

What a Difference A Friend Can Make:
This is a resource for young people living with mental health challenges and their friends. The resource defines mental illness and recovery; offers strategies for how to respond to a friend; dispels myths; and lists suggestions for supporting recovery.

Half of Us:
This website offers resources for college students to recognize problems, where to find help and how to offer help to a friend. A large number of viral videos share experiences, model how to recognize if a friend is having problems and how to offer help.

TeensHealth:
This website provides health information with different sections for kids, teens and parents. The TeensHealth section is an interactive site filled with games, animations, quizzes, fact sheets and many other resources. Topics include exercise and nutrition, depression, drugs and alcohol, sexual health, recipes, preparing for college, volunteering, finding a job and even tips for taking tests and studying.

California CareerZone:
This website offers great graphics, cool music and really useful information youth can’t seem to find anywhere else. For example: By taking the “Reality Check,” youth get to see how much they will need to earn to live their preferred lifestyle by “buying stuff for a month.” They get to make choices about the kind of housing, utilities, transportation, food, clothes, health care, entertainment, personal care items, etc. that they want to have. After making their choices, they find out how much they’ll need to make a year. Then with one click, they can find out what occupations match that annual salary. Additional features help youth hone in how they can get paid doing things they enjoy doing and the kinds of working conditions they want.

Youth Helpline Your Life Your Voice:
Phone: (800) 448-3000
Run by Boys Town National Hotline (for everyone).

TEEN LINE:
Phone: (800) 852-8336
A teen-to-teen hotline and community outreach program with over 10,000 teens contacting TEEN LINE each year by calling, texting or emailing. The line is open every night from 6-10 p.m. PST to help adolescents address their problems in a confidential, anonymous and comfortable manner.

The Directing Change Program & Film Contest:Offers young people the opportunity to create 60-second films about suicide prevention and mental health that are used to support awareness, education and advocacy efforts on these topics.

San Diego Youth Services:
This nonprofit organization offers services to at-risk youth and their families in the San Diego area. Services includes emergency services, safe places to live and long-term solutions for kids “on their own” by providing shelters, group homes, foster homes, community centers and transitional housing.

Kickstart:
Phone: (619) 481-3790
The clinical team at Kickstart provides confidential assessment and early assistance for young people, ages 10 to 25, in San Diego County who are at risk for a serious mental illness. Their team is available for educational training and presentations.

MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES:

Fall 2017 Health & Wellness Groups

This Fall we have 3 Groups available to students to help with personal self-reflection and growth. One includes information about all 3 groups and the other is specific to our Yoga, Meditation Group.

Want to join? Sign up here: https://goo.gl/forms/YkzEGT3zFqDE6Ctb2

Thursday, September 14, 2017

NATIONAL SUICIDE PREVENTION WEEK: Self Care

It’s important to show compassion for others, but how often do we treat ourselves with that same level of kindness?

10 Simple Ways to Practice Self-Care

1. Eat healthily and mindfully.

Too often we eat our meals while multitasking, thus denying ourselves the pure experience of nourishing meal. Would you work on the computer when having dinner with a loved one? Treat yourself with that same level of respect, and allow yourself to indulge in a meal without any distractions.

2. Keep track of your accomplishments.

While there are great merits to a “to-do” list, we must also recognize the things we’ve done. At the end of the day, make a list (either mental or write it out) of the productive things you’ve done that day. Did you nurture a relationship? Do the laundry? Complete a work assignment? No matter how small, you deserve a pat on the back.
3. Express gratitude.

Just as it’s beneficial to keep track of what we’ve done, it’s also good to notice what we have. Keep a journal by your bed, and note the things that you feel lucky to have. Everything from clean sheets to a good friend is worth noting.

4. Gift your inner child.

What were some of your favorite things when you were little? Did you love sidewalk chalk, picking wildflowers, or eating marshmallows? Treat your inner child to a little present and allow the warm feelings to wash over you.

5. Create a cozy space.

Does your bedroom look they way you want it to? If it doesn’t, maybe add some candles or fun throw pillows. By building a space that feels warm and inviting, you establish an inviting retreat for when tough times arise.

6. Read a book.

Finding a book you love is a great way to feel happy. It feels wonderful to look forward to a good story, and the act of reading helps encourage a sense of peace.

7. Move.

What people say about exercise and endorphins is true; getting active increases feelings of happiness. This doesn’t mean you need to hit the gym. Rather find a form of physical activity that works for you. Go dancing with your friends, enjoy a Saturday morning hike, or go on a bike ride.

8. Unplug.

Instagram and Facebook have some benefits, but does it really make you feel better to expose yourself to everyone’s online versions of themselves? Most often people only report on their success, and so it can be hard when you’re comparing your entire life to everyone’s highlight reels. Take the time to break away from social media, and allow yourself to focus on the beauty of the moment.

9. Create something.

Whether it’s a batch of brownies or a pastel drawing, getting artistic allows us to feel mindful and productive.

10. Build a self-care kit.

Fill a pretty basket with some of the things that make you feel special. It could be nail polish, gummy frogs, coconut lotion, treasured photos, or a new pair of socks. Place your pick-me-ups in a pretty basket, and keep it in your bedroom or bathroom for when you need an extra dose of love.

Remember, by being your best self you’re able to share those beautiful feelings with those around you. Search for the good, share your peace, and watch the positivity grow

Take from: https://wanderlust.com/journal/simple-ways-practice-self-care/

MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES: