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Change is the Law of Life - Seasons for Growth

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COVID-19 continues to impact our lives in a variety of ways - who we can see and what we can do - at home, school, work, and play. No-one really knows yet what the long-term impact, if any, will be on children. What is known though, is that a caring, consistent, and open parent or carer, who is coping as positively as they can, is likely important. The evidence shows that this relationship helps support children’s resilience and wellbeing when they adapt to big changes, whatever they are. Here are some helpful tips to manage social and emotional wellbeing ...

Change can test our resources and our mental wellbeing. Whether positive or negative, welcome, or unwelcome - change can be stressful. Some of the hardest changes to understand and adjust to are those that are out of our control. In recent times, many communities have experienced the challenges of drought, bushfires, floods, storms overlaid with the constant uncertainty of COVID-19.  And these stresses do not include life's "normal" challenges such as bereavement, illness, financial hardship, separation, and divorce. 

As we know, now more than ever, it is critical to support and connect with others and share knowledge and skills to build resilience in our efforts to navigate our changing world.
A guide to self-care and wellbeing during times of uncertainty ...
Seasons for Growth continues to adapt and change internally as we embrace our new beginnings with our colleagues at The MacKillop Institute.  A part of MacKillop Family Services, The MacKillop Institute harnesses the collective knowledge, expertise, and experience of MacKillop programs to build the capacity of schools, community, and government organisations to support those who have experienced change, grief, loss, and trauma.

Over the remainder of the Term we will schedule online webinars to support professionals working with children and young people in these uncertain times.

Seasons for Growth training continues to be delivered as a small group, online format over two school days. For further information please view the training calendar or contact us.

We look forward to bringing you on the journey ahead and continuing our vision together.


Fiona McCallum
General Manager | Good Grief

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