Continuing on...

First, for today, please be mindful of yourselves.  There is plenty of research about how to take care of yourself.

Allow yourself to experience a range of emotion.  This can be difficult especially for males. It is okay to experience different emotions. 

Talk to someone about your feelings. There are people here at school who are willing and want to help you.  Seek them out.  Maybe a social worker, teacher, or a friend.   

Get out into nature.  There are myriad benefits to spending time in nature.  If you live near a nature preserve, take a hike, get some fresh air.  If not, simply a walk in your neighborhood being mindful of nature can be restorative. 

Exercise.  There are many forms of exercise.  Choose something that is pleasurable to you.  Maybe it is a sport, but it also might be weight lifting or simply hiking/walking. 

Lastly, know that you matter.  Just like there is no telling how far the bell resonates, there is no telling how far your influence goes.  

HW:  Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's essay, We Should All Be Feminists.  Also if you want to print it, a cleaner copy is here.

Today:  We are continuing on with the video called Killing Us Softly 4.  (Click here to watch it on mediacast).