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Prioritizing Mental Health: A Collective Responsibility
Each May, we recognize Mental Health Awareness Month —a time to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and foster open conversations about...
Kelli
May 13, 20252 min read
Unlocking the Secrets of Emotional Intelligence for Professional Growth and Success
Emotional intelligence (EI) is not just a buzzword; it is a vital ingredient for achieving success in today’s professional landscape. In...
Kelli
May 12, 20253 min read
Courage, Compassion, and Community: A Transformative Day in Albany
What a powerful day in Albany! I had the true honor of facilitating the 2nd Regional Professional Development Day for the NYS Division...
Kelli
May 8, 20252 min read
Bridging Hope and Education: Honoring Teachers and Foster Youth Together
T he first Tuesday of May brings with it two powerful national observances: National Foster Care Day and National Teacher Appreciation...
Kelli
May 6, 20252 min read
National Silence the Shame Day: Honoring Mental Health with a Trauma-Informed Approach
Every year on May 5th , we observe National Silence the Shame Day —a vital moment to break the stigma surrounding mental health and...
Kelli
May 5, 20252 min read
Empowering Teens with Confidence: Honoring National Teen Self-Esteem Month Through Trauma-Informed Engagement
May marks National Teen Self-Esteem Month , a vital time to raise awareness around the challenges today’s youth face in developing a...
Kelli
May 1, 20252 min read
Working Together to Prevent Abuse and Build Resilient Families: What I Shared at the Indiana Strengthening Families Conference
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month—a time to raise awareness, promote family well-being, and reaffirm our commitment to protecting...
Kelli
Apr 29, 20251 min read
Celebrate Your Inner Hero: National Superhero Day Meets Global Pay It Forward Day
Today, we’re celebrating two powerful reminders of the good we can bring into the world: National Superhero Day and Global Pay It...
Kelli
Apr 28, 20252 min read
From Rochester to the Frontlines of Change: Meeting the Demand for Trauma-Informed, Emotionally Intelligent Professional Development
We were in Rochester yesterday for the Northeast Child Abuse Conference ! Debra Cady, LCSW, and Brandi Collins proudly represented Silver...
Kelli
Apr 24, 20252 min read
The Role of Emotional Intelligence in Enhancing Team Collaboration
Why Every Manager Should Prioritize EI in the Workplace In today’s ever-evolving work environment, team collaboration has become a...
Kelli
Apr 22, 20252 min read
The Missing Link in Youth Advocacy? Trauma-Informed Engagement
Engaging youth and young adults (Y/YAs) in care planning and advocacy is crucial for fostering their growth and ensuring their voices are...
Kelli
Apr 21, 20252 min read
April is Stress Awareness Month: Let's Talk About It (and Celebrate with a High Five!)
April is Stress Awareness Month , and it couldn’t come at a better time. With work demands, life’s daily pressures, and the general...
Kelli
Apr 17, 20252 min read
Leveling the Playing Field Through Cultural Humility and Connectedness
In today’s increasingly diverse work environments, fostering an inclusive and equitable culture isn’t just a “nice to have”—it’s...
Kelli
Apr 15, 20252 min read
Building Brave Spaces: A Day of Trauma-Informed Motivational Interviewing in Klamath Falls
I had the privilege of facilitating an all-day, in-person Trauma-Informed Motivational Interviewing (TI-MI) training with a phenomenal...
Kelli
Apr 11, 20252 min read
Managing Your Own Trauma and Defense Reactions in the Workplace
Working with families who have experienced trauma is both powerful and deeply human work. As early intervention specialists, we bring not...
Kelli
Apr 10, 20253 min read
Identifying Trauma Responses at Work: Why Awareness is the First Step to Effective Leadership
In today’s fast-paced and high-pressure work environments, it's easy to mistake a struggling employee's behavior as simple...
Kelli
Apr 8, 20252 min read
World Health Day 2025: Investing in Our Health, Together
Every year on April 7th , the world pauses to celebrate World Health Day , a global reminder of the importance of health and well-being...
Kelli
Apr 7, 20252 min read
🚨 Rising Youth Suicide Rates Amid DEI Rollbacks—Immediate Action Required 🚨
Between 2007 and 2021, suicide rates among individuals aged 10–24 surged by 62%, escalating from 6.8 to 11.0 deaths per 100,000. This...
Kelli
Apr 3, 20251 min read
Breakthrough Training for Breakthrough Change: Trauma-Informed MI
🚀 Exciting News! Our Trauma-Informed MI Training is Here! 🚀 At Silver Linings International, we are dedicated to helping the helpers...
Kelli
Apr 1, 20252 min read
Emotional Labor & Moral Distress: The Hidden Toll on Leaders
Leadership isn’t just about strategy and decision-making—it’s about managing emotions, both your own and those of the people around you....
Kelli
Mar 31, 20252 min read
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