Happy 2023 SSS!
Hard to believe we are on to a new year! I hope all of you were able to enjoy some relaxing time with family and friends over the vacation week. While it was nice to have a break, I'm happy we're all back together! Check out the rest of this newsletter for some SEL books, articles, and activities!
Lynn Lyons Podcast on Anxiety Showing Up As Anger
Lynn Lyons is an international speaker and psychotherapist based in Concord, New Hampshire who helps children and families manage anxiety disorders. In this podcast, Lynn discusses how to identify when anxiety presents as anger, and what to do about it.
DIY Sensory Tool - Fidget Ring
Fidgets don't have to be large and expensive for them to be effective! Check out this fun fidget ring you can make at home with your kids! Take as many metal binder rings as you want, string a few beads on them, and clip the binder rings together. Put these fidget rings on water bottles, folders, or simply place them in your pocket. What a fun and simple way to keep your hands busy and your mind focused!
I'm on Twitter!
Ms.Hunt is on Twitter. Follow my page for SEL updates, articles, and other helpful tips throughout the school year! @MsHuntSSS
Adjustment Counselor Website
Looking for more resources? Check out the Adjustment Counselor website for SEL information, resources, and more!
William James College Interface Referral Service
The Interface referral service is a mental health and wellness referral help line. Callers from Lynnfield are matched with licensed mental health providers from their database within an approximate two week period of time and are matched by location, insurance and specialty needs of the caller.
The number to reach is 888-244-6843 and they can be reached Monday-Friday from 9-5.
A Healthy Lynnfield Mental Health Resource List
We are including this comprehensive list as it is a great resource for mental health resources in our area.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-xLJDUNz7g-oD6e-3Rmclvw75nmSWzQJ/view