Laura MacLeod's From The Inside Out Project

Last Spring one of my students said she told her children: IT'S OK TO CRY. I loved this and think it applies to ALL of us- not just kids. Over a year and COVID continues- plenty of emotions and fatigue. All great reasons to let go and cry. #oktocry #COVID2021

STRESS AWARENESS MONTH- Too many responsibilities and too many people counting on you. Break this down to manage: Identify priorities: Can anything be dropped or delegated? Expectations: Identify what can and can't be done. Be realistic and get help. Not all on you #stress

Weekly memory: Look back to effectively move forward. My husband- John Holland with Mr. Met at the high school where he teaches. Mr. Met now wears a mask, school is partially open and no gathering or hugs. Looking toward the day when all this is possible and safe. #memories

This week I was guest presenter in MSW class-180 students on Zoom. My style is interactive- no lectures-invite and welcome feedback. They got it- saying: conversation- not presentation. YES! Felt as intimate as this pic. Group work at its best. Thanks field class @silbermanssw

SWEARING can be a stress reliever so posting this article for STRESS AWARENESS month. May be easier to swear at work now- just mute yourself, maybe go off camera. @mentalhealth #swearing http://ow.ly/VI8550ElFxR

April is STRESS AWARENESS Month. By now we are all 'aware' of stress- our own, family, community. What now?! Managing and decreasing is the work. Identify causes and what can/can't be changed. Celebrate the fact you've made it this far in the face of global pandemic. #stress

Weekly memory: Look back to effectively move forward. Cheerleading and apparently climbing trees... I was captain that year. Looking forward to seeing schools reopen and get sports and activity groups back. #cheerleading #memories

We all know April Fools Day but did you know April is Canine Fitness month- Decorating month- Stress awareness...and more?! Take a look and get ready to honor all kinds of things and people. #aprilnationalobservations APRIL NATIONAL CELEBRATIONS http://ow.ly/E1vT50EfSLS

Remote work: What does PROFESSIONAL look like? Clothes- seen from waist up so who cares? Messy desk, plenty of interruptions and home chores. Some of it beyond your control BUT consider what you NEED to feel professional. Get it and see your motivation increase #workathome

Do ADVICE and SUPPORT always go together? Advice can be directive: YOU SHOULD....... Does that really provide support? True support requires patience, active listening and empathy. Not the quick fix advice provides. #advice #support #quickfix

Weekly memory: Look back to effectively move forward. Camp Osoha- Northern Wisconsin- my first year. I'm the one standing on the right (next to the diving platform). This 'distinguished' camp for girls- taught table manners along with outdoor activities. Life skills?! #memories

End of WOMENS HISTORY month: Do you embrace your AUTHORITY? Take a look at how to increase confidence. @advancingwomen1 #womenleaders #leadwithauthority #authority http://ow.ly/io4W50EarRJ