Heart to Heart

February is named after a Roman purification festival called Februa, which occurred around the fifteenth of this month. Februa literally means “month of cleansing." A new month means new chances, new lessons, and new victories. Go into this month with confidence, purpose, and an open heart!

Talking and relating to kids can be difficult, especially as they get older. They are simply figuring out who they are in the world. One thing you can do is have heart-to-heart conversations with them — full of empathy, patience, and love. Learn how to create the space to talk heart-to-heart today!

Here are some conversation starters below from A Mom Explores to enjoy with the entire family.

"I do be hurkling and I do be durkling, and once I've hurkled my last durkle in a given morning, I will get up" –Kira Kosarin

Hurkle durkle is a Scottish phrase that means to linger in bed long after you’ve woken up. It’s the art of lingering — appreciating a little pause before the day starts.

When done with intention, yes, lingering in bed can benefit both your mind and body. Hurkle durkle reframes rest as care, not laziness. Allowing yourself a slower start honors your body's needs.

Calm has 7 ways to embrace hurkle durkle to gently wake up. Give it a try to start your day with mindfulness and motivation!

This newsletter is a joint collaboration of the DOE Central District's School Social Workers and Human Services Professionals. The purpose is to highlight information that you may find useful, and does not serve as a comprehensive list. We do not endorse any specific organization. Mahalo!