Meet Jessica Gomez, Psy.D., the executive director of @momentous. As a first-generation Mexican American, she knows firsthand the challenges of growing up in a culture that doesn't prioritize mental health.
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Welcome back! 🍎 📚
We’re so happy to see these smiling faces fill the halls of Momentous School this year.
We look forward to making new friends and expanding our knowledge together! Cheers to a great school year! 🎉
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Since students will be spending a lot of time together throughout the school year, it is important that they get to know their classmates. Allowing students time to get to know each other helps foster a safe and welcoming classroom environment. @momentousmomentousinstitute.org/resources/get-…
Last week, our Executive Director, Dr. Jessica Gomez, was featured in a @CNBC article sharing tips to help young children deal with grief.
Check out the full article to read Dr. Gomez's expert tips on coping with loss: rb.gy/xqu91
Changing the Score: A Panel on Tackling the Youth Mental Health Crisis Tickets, Wed, May 17, 2023 at 5:00 PM | Eventbrite @momentous eventbrite.com/e/changing-the…
Part of helping children manage stress is by having a conversation with them. This gives them language for what they are experiencing and helps them understand stress better.
🔗For more tips: momentousinstitute.org/blog/stress-an…
Take a deep breath and join us in recognizing National Stress Awareness Day. 🧘♀️
To mark the occasion, we're sharing Untangle- A Starting Point for Stress Management. Get insights into what stress is made up of and the science behind stress.
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When you're stressed, your brain and body detects it. You may notice your heart rate increase or shortness of breath. This is because your brain has identified a threat, and gives the body muscle power, oxygen, and energy it needs to tackle it.
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Practicing mindfulness is shown to have a range of benefits, including ☞
• reduced stress and anxiety
• improved focus and concentration,
• increased feelings of well-being
For more ways to practice mindfulness, download this free activity! shop.momentousinstitute.org/collections/ne…