Hannah Webb, LMSW

07/12/2023

In 2017 I stopped my son from being rewarded for his 100% attendance. This year a different son's report warned his attendance 'needed improvement’. Neither were rewarded or punished because, whether good or bad, their school attendance wasn't under their control.

Also because in our family:
• We don’t reward luck* (good health) or demonise sickness
• 100% attendance awards exclude and vilify the most vulnerable
• Inclusion and community are more important than performance and productivity

Identifying children who are sick as a problem holds back the aspirations of an inclusive community.

Wondering when attendance awards work? Check out our flow chart.
In summary - they don't.
Rachel

Original blog here https://www.bornattherighttime.com/2017/07/01/son-wont-accepting-100-attendance-award/

*EDIT Privilege rather than luck.

02/28/2023

Did you know that we, United Way, pay for 211 to be available to Montcalm and Ionia County residents? You can help by donating today: https://www.liveunitedm-i.org/ways-donate

09/13/2022

SCHOOL ATTENDANCE DIFFICULTIES are fast becoming a reality again for families around the country, as the second/third week of the school term is upon us.

Remember, you have options. School-based-trauma is not the only way through this...

Read more about our 3-step approach to helping children with their school avoidance... https://sunshine-support.org/school-attendance-difficulties-and-school-related-trauma/

Watch our live webinar during the first ever SCHOOL AVOIDANCE AWARENESS WEEK here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/373175075697

07/21/2022

What a treasure for our entire state. Long long long overdue.

Pine Rest is expanding its mental health facilities and programs for children and adolescents.

07/18/2022

06/17/2022

06/15/2022

This week is Men's Health Week! 💙 //

06/07/2022

They are always temporary.

06/05/2022

Reasons to go to therapy✨️ //

06/02/2022

05/31/2022

Staying active is critical to mental health.

05/21/2022

My favorite grounding technique

Calm Kids Poster Pack! https://bit.ly/CalmKidsPosterPack

05/15/2022

Feelings are like rain, sometimes it’s just misting while other times it’s a full downpour.

Feelings are like rain - part of the ever-changing weather.

R - recognize. What is this feeling?
A - accept. This feeling is already here.
I - investigate. What is the feeling wanting me to know?
N - non-identification. I can experience a feeling without it defining me.

(P.S. You can buy awesome prints from this artist at https://www.etsy.com/nz/shop/JourneyToWellnessNZ)

05/14/2022

When it comes to apologizing, intentionality and accountability matters.

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04/19/2022

This! This is so important, managing strong or difficult emotions does not have to equate to calmness.

Many of us believe that if we can remain calm no matter what and teach our children to do the same then we have successfully mastered self-regulation. But true regulation has nothing to do with achieving a certain state. It's in noticing and responding to whatever emotion you are feeling.

03/20/2022

Free Download! http://bit.ly/AssertiveLanguagePoster

02/12/2022

Children aren’t born with the ability to understand and manage emotions. They learn those skills as they grow…and our Creative Coping family workshop series can help them get started. In this 6-program series, kids and parents make fun art projects together while exploring identity, self-awareness, and emotional expression. Learn more and register at https://bit.ly/3pPdZfl.

01/10/2022

With COVID-19 still spreading, teachers and school staff may be anxious. If you’re a teacher trying to maintain your own emotional well-being, you may find it helpful to talk to others facing the same stressors. Register for an online support group designed just for you, hosted by our Stay Well counseling team.

Sign up for one or more sessions at: https://bit.ly/3bS649C

12/03/2021

This is so real and you are not alone.

Go slow and be kind to yourself & others💛 //

12/01/2021

Healthy Boundaries🌼💛 // .doodles

11/23/2021

The findings can help both women and doctors better understand how pregnancy impacts mood disorders in the long run.

11/15/2021

Be kind to yourself and aware of others!

Value judgments around food are (unfortunately) common this time of year. Alyse Ruriani Design shares some great tips on how to redirect potentially triggering conversations this Thanksgiving.

11/10/2021

"John Gottman from the Gottman Institute has done extensive research regarding relationships and what makes them happy.

One of the more interesting findings is about the magic ratio. After examining couples and how they dealt with conflict, it seemed that happy couples for who love lasts show five positive interactions for each negative one.

[...]So, let’s say there is a conflict between a couple where one criticizes the other. Then, to resolve this conflict they can try positive interactions, which for example are showing empathy, apologizing, being affectionate, showing appreciation or interest."

Words and graphic by on Instagram.

07/20/2021

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07/13/2021

Learning to set boundaries and limits for yourself is such an important first step! Practice holding your own boundaries, it will strengthen the skill when you are ready to set boundaries with others.