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Difficult Family Members During Holidays: 12/20/23

35 tips for dealing with difficult family members

It's never overreacting to ask for what you want and need--Amy Poehler

The holidays are a tough time for many people. Whether you simply don’t get along with family members, or the current political climate is causing tension, holidays are hard. You might struggle with depression or anxiety that is heightened by time spent with immediate and extended family. There are techniques to employ that can help you deal with difficult people.

For a detailed explanation of each tip listed below, check out this article: Difficult Family Holidays.

Trauma Counseling Program December 13, 2023

Trauma Counseling Program flyer from AFT

Trauma creates change you don't choose. Healing creates change you do choose.--Michele Rosenthal

This week we are informing you of a FREE benefit that is a part of your DFT membership. The details of a trauma counseling program are outlined in the flyer. If you are not signed up as a member of AFT National, scan codes and emails can be found on the members benefits tab so you can create an account. This account will allow you to access all AFT benefits offered to you as a dues-paying member, not just the trauma counseling program. To see all the benefits of being an AFT member, check out this link on our website. Go to the membership tab, then drop down to member benefits: https://dft231.mi.aft.org/member-benefits.



Spice It Up! December 6, 2023

spice chart

Spice a dish with love and it pleases every palate.--Platius

Use these tips to add flavor to your holiday cooking and get nutritional value at the same time: Spice It Up!

Carcinoid, Lung, Pancreatic Cancer Awareness: 11/29/2023

Carcinoid, Lung, Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month for November

Always remember cancer awareness is the first step towards cancer prevention.--Vedantu

Information about Carcinoid Tumors

Information about Lung Cancer

Information about Pancreatic Cancer

Grief Loss During the Holidays: November 22, 2023

quote from Helen Keller

It can be hard to celebrate and be festive during the holidays if there has been a loss, so we hope these tips will help:  Grief Loss During the Holidays.

Thanksgiving Food Safety Tips: November 15, 2023

food safety tips poster

When you arise in the morning, give thanks for the food and for the joy of living." --Tecumseh

Thanksgiving Day will be here soon and it's time to get ready: Preparing Your Holiday Turkey Safely

We have also included this 2 minute video which has tips for Thanksgiving food safety:  Thanksgiving Food Safety

Gratitude Journal November 8, 2023

list of prompts for Gratitude Journal

"Find gratitude in the little things and your well of gratitude will never run dry." Antonia Montoya

One way to relieve stress is to maintain a gratitude journal.

https://www.verywellmind.com/writing-in-a-gratitude-journal-for-stress-relief-3144887

Diabetes Risk Factors and Healthy Habits November 1, 2023

November is Diabetes Awareness Month

“Motivation is what gets you started. Habit is what keeps you going.” – Jim Ryun, Olympic track star

Diabetes is a chronic (long-lasting) disease that affects how your body turns food into energy. There are three main types of diabetes: type 1, type 2, and gestational diabetes (diabetes while pregnant). More than 133 million Americans are living with diabetes (37.3 million) or prediabetes (96 million).

Domestic Violence Awareness October 25, 2023

to victims of domestic abuse poster
national domestic violence awareness month October ribbon

We would like to recognize that October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

If someone you know is experiencing Domestic Violence, there is a hotline available: 800-799-7233.

The State of Michigan VOICEDV hotline provides materials that assist the needs of survivors, their family, friends and allied professionals, in addition to round-the-clock phone, text and chat services.  All services are confidential and free of charge. Advocates are trained to provide immediate crisis counseling, advocacy and referral. More information can be found by clicking here.

For more information, use this resource: National Coalition Against Domestic Violence.

Breast Cancer Awareness (October 25, 2023)

October Breast Cancer Awareness pink ribbon

“Trauma may happen to you, but it can never define you.” ― Melinda Longtin


We would like to recognize that October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Signs,Symptons, Risks of Breast Cancer

Breast Cancer Awareness for Men