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We had another great Dinner is Served for the community at the Uintah County Library on a very snowy evening. We talked about what parents can do to promote healthy social media habits for their children and themselves. We also streamed this presentation live and you can find it here.
Here is a video of the presentation that was streamed live.
I was invited to present about Personality Profiles at a staff retreat for the TriCounty Health Department. We had a great time learning about how the Golden Rule may not be quite correct. Instead, we must seek to understand what someone else may desire so that we can tailor our approach rather than assuming that everyone wants the same things as we do. Here is a copy of the Personality Profile Questionnaire and of the entire presentation. Below are the videos that were mentioned in the presentation that we didn’t have time for.
Below is a copy of the Hartman Personality Profile Test.
Here are the videos that feature Dr. Hartman and his description of the different colors.
Here is another video that talks about how different colors work in relationships…especially marriage.
Christina and I were able to present at the 2018 Utah Association for the Education of the Young Child conference. We discussed how early childhood educators can foster a growth mindset in their children as well as themselves and coeducators.
Mindsets in the Classroom & Beyond – UAEYC Conference 2018
Here are the presentation and other materials that we used.
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Thanks everyone for coming and supporting us.
We had another wonderful Dinner is Served event. We had some great food and great company. We wanted to extend special appreciation to Smith’s for donating the cookies.
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Here are some is the video that explains the importance of having a growth mindset.
Here are the instructions that we used for the origami activity and the questionnaire that lets you know how you perceive yourself and your relationship.
Thanks again everyone for coming. We had a great turnout.
I am grateful for the opportunity to spend time with the wonderful Ashley Valley Education Center team of inspirational teachers. Here are printouts of the presentation.
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These are the videos that I used in the presentation.
Again, thank you everyone for the opportunity to spend time with you.
The holidays are a stressful time for most families. Between shopping and visiting family, it is easy for the spirit of Christmas to get lost in the shuffle. It can be even more difficult when a loved one’s shift requires them to be away on the big day. This is hard for all members of the family because many of us dream of the perfect Christmas morning with everyone gathered by the tree to open presents. But, it can be possible to still have a great Christmas even when dad is away.
It may not be exactly the same, but just celebrating on a different day when the whole family can be together can be the next best thing. It can be really easy to pull off with younger children who aren’t quite sure what day it is yet.
Often the most challenging part of being alone on Christmas is just that – being alone. Is there someone else who isn’t able to spend time with their family? Your family could invite a neighbor who may be looking for someone to spend Christmas with. You could also ask a coworker or friend to spend some time together.
Traditions are an essential part of what makes Christmas special. Maybe there is a special meal or treat that you have every year. Maybe your family likes to go to the movies. Finding a way to still have those special items or activities on the big day can help bridge the distance with your family.
Technology can help stay connected even when we are out of town and working. Skype, phone calls, texts, and pictures can help us feel like we are not entirely missing out.
For many of us, Christmas is a unique time of year not just because of our time-honored traditions and time spent with our families. Christmas reminds us of the importance of giving and sacrifice. Taking time to contemplate the true meaning of Christmas can help us feel the spirit of this time of year even when we are away from those we love.
Christmas isn’t complete without enjoying a favorite Christmas movie, whether it be Christmas Vacation, A Christmas Story, Elf, or another classic.
Whether near or far, you can almost feel you’re in the same room when reading a story together over the phone or Skype. This could be Polar Express, the Bible Christmas story, or any holiday favorite. Best of all, this experience is a great way to stay connected whether it’s Christmas day or a random Wednesday.
Christmas can be hard when we are not able to spend it with our families because of our work schedule or other conflicts. However, with a little bit of effort, you can find ways to connect with your family and experience the spirit of Christmas.
Jesse P. Higgins, MS, LMFT, CFLE is a licensed marriage and family therapist. He works with adolescents, adults, couples, and families in the Uintah Basin. He specializes in helping you reach any individual, parenting, or relationship goal.
Christina Higgins, MS, is an experienced parenting coach and postpartum doula. She works with parents of children birth through adolescence in the Uintah Basin.
Higgins Family Center provides a variety of services including individual, couple, family, and distance services. We also offer individualized parent coaching, parenting classes, supervised visitation, and postpartum doula services. Would you like to meet with us? Call or text 435-828-3255.
Here is a copy of the powerpoint slides used for our presentation at the Couple Date Night at the Kane County Extension on Friday, September 23, 2017. Follow this link to download the presentation.
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Thank you to those that came and participated. Your feedback was wonderful.