Working as an SLP in schools is extremely rewarding but can also be exhausting. Like anyone in the helping professions, we need time off to rest and take care of ourselves. And because we work in the schools, many therapists can use the summer to make that happen. When school is out, therapists and educators…
Read MoreSharing an article that our very own Elizabeth Sautter, M.A., CCC-SLP wrote for CSHA Magazine’s Winter 2019 edition on mindfulness. Click article to read more: Article featured in the Winter 2019 CSHA Magazine edition.
Read MoreThe words “rock star” have special meaning to us at CW. Not in the sense of a traditional musical rock star, although I would argue our Rock Stars deserve just as much celebration and attention. Allow me to explain… SLP Stars Make a Difference It starts with the well-known story of the starfish, which reinforces our…
Read MoreThis year Communication Works started a new tradition: we selected a “word of the year” to represent a core value expressed through our work. We chose the word “connect,” something we do in many ways with many different people. It’s actually a big part of our mission to help others communicate and connect, and we…
Read MoreWe have written about psychologist Carol Dweck and her ideas on developing a growth mindset, an attitude that embraces challenge and ongoing learning, in past blog posts. In an article in Planet Expat, Dweck connects the idea of the growth mindset to professional development. Workers who embrace a growth mindset typically have certain qualities: they’re…
Read MoreDuring difficult moments or times when I just want to feel more relaxed, I turn to my breathing. Without a lot of time or any equipment, breathing exercises can help to relieve stress, boost energy, and achieve a calm, clear state of mind. If you’d like to explore some different breathing techniques, take a…
Read More“If you want to make a long-term change, make the behavior change tiny. Very tiny.” This is the advice of behavioral scientist and author BJ Fogg, who says that change begins with a step as small as flossing one tooth after brushing your teeth. He also says it’s important to notice and celebrate that you’ve…
Read MoreAs therapists and educators, we’ve learned the importance of helping kids embrace new challenges and believe that, with hard work, they can learn new skills. But how do we make sure our own fixed mindset isn’t getting in the way? In our own lives, are we truly committed to trying hard, taking risks, and sometimes…
Read MoreIn our last post on Making a Self-Care Plan, we raised the idea of developing a self-care strategy for the upcoming school year. Self-care can range from a protein boost in the afternoon to knitting, dancing, or spending time with a friend after work. Here’s an article with suggestions from teachers and other members of…
Read MoreAs therapists and educators, our focus is on helping others, and this sometimes means that we don’t prioritize our own self-care. However, if we don’t take care of ourselves, how can we care for others? This concept is similar to thinking about an empty versus a full pitcher of water: if your pitcher is empty,…
Read MoreA new decade!?! Now if that isn’t time to pause and ponder, I don’t know what is! With a new year upon us, let’s take a minute to get a clear vision of your current methods for self-care and ways to enhance the way you care for yourself and others in 2020. We’ve mentioned in…
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