The Catalyst

Drug Cocktails

If you've ever looked for information about mixing medicine, booze and street drugs, this is the website for you. It's full of information, sorted by category and includes all the street names possible, along with the actual name of each drug. The site offers a nice, straightforward discussion on drugs and alcohol.

Visit http://www.drugcocktails.ca/ to view the full article online.

 

ACHIEVE Centre for Leadership & Workplace Performance

At first look, many counsellors might overlook the opportunities available at the ACHIEVE website unless they were considering a move into administration. However, if you sign up for their newsletter, you will receive updates on webinars and online courses that can be useful to school counsellors. Topics such as emotional intelligence and conflict resolution skills.

Visit https://ca.achievecentre.com/ to view the full article online.

 

Counselling Support for SOGI Diverse Students

"We should indeed keep calm in the face of difference, and live our lives in a state of inclusion and wonder at the diversity of humanity." - George Takai.

So begins this article written by a former school counsellor now working with SOGI 123 team to inform British Columbians about the great diversity of students. Inclusion of all, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity is now a directive from the Ministry of Education and most school districts have created policies around inclusion. Counsellors are on the front line and this article provides practical information about creating safe spaces and support for SOGI diverse students.

Visit https://www.bccounsellor-digital.com/bcot/may_2018/MobilePagedArticle.action?articleId=1394232&app=false#articleId1394232 to view the full article online.

 

RE:new - RE:treat RE:group RE:fuel

We are days away from the BC School Counsellors Association conference on October 19th. Last minute registrations are available up until the morning of the conference. If you just couldn't get away and RE:new with us, watch the BCSCA website for information under the conferences tab. You will be motivated to start planning your time in Richmond for October, 2019 so you don't miss out again. 

Visit https://www.bcschoolcounsellor.com/ to view the full article online.

 

Has the West Forgotten the Art of 'Wasting' Time: The Power of Doing Nothing

Many of us follow a favourite blogger, or read the occasional blog. We subscribe to online magazines that interest us and read what other people share. This is one of those articles that comes across one's desk that just won't leave us alone until we read it. "Modern society has transformed us into doers, performers, and overachievers". We know the importance of making time for self. To recognize the theme of the 2018 BC Counsellors Association conference -RE:new - step away from the 'trap of busyness'.

Visit https://upliftconnect.com/has-the-west-forgotten-the-art-of-wasting-time/?utm_source=UPLIFT&utm_campaign=a719f8c830-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2018_09_27_10_34&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_19c1fc07c2-a719f8c830-116019673 to view the full article online.