Quick Takes Blogs

Compassion Fatigue in Youth Work and Ways to Manage it
Published on: June 25, 2024

Compassion Fatigue in Youth Work and Ways to Manage it

Compassion fatigue is a phenomenon that many youth workers will likely experience from time to time. Sometimes, the demands of your job might feel overwhelming. And you may feel completely...
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LGBTQIA+ Stands for Social Justice
Published on: June 11, 2024

LGBTQIA+ Stands for Social Justice

LGBTQIA+ youth and adults deserve to be seen and exist in inclusive spaces. Language is a powerful tool to ensure visibility for LGBTQIA+ folks. Regardless of where you are in...
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A Growth Mindset is the Key to Success for Youth Workers
Published on: May 28, 2024

A Growth Mindset is the Key to Success for Youth Workers

A growth mindset is a key factor that significantly impacts your effectiveness as a youth worker. Developing a growth mindset will make a huge difference in your ability to empower...
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Social Justice is Youth Work
Published on: May 14, 2024

Social Justice is Youth Work

Social justice is youth work. The work can be used to spark inspiration for social change. During Asian American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage month, highlight the inspirational impact...
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Grounding Exercises Help Manage Anxiety and Worries
Published on: April 30, 2024

Grounding Exercises Help Manage Anxiety and Worries

Grounding exercises are great tools young people can add to their emotional toolkit to feel safe when worries or fears become overwhelming. Worrying is a normal part of life. But...
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Motivation Micro Steps Make a Big Difference
Published on: April 16, 2024

Motivation Micro Steps Make a Big Difference

Motivation ebbs and flows. It’s not a constant force for anyone. People often think motivation is something you either have or you don’t. But because motivation is not a psychological...
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Spring Inspiration for Youth Workers
Published on: April 2, 2024

Spring Inspiration for Youth Workers

Spring represents a time of change, new growth and hope. The flowers are blooming, the birds are chirping, and the sun is shining bright again. And I want to share...
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Youth Sexual Health: Common Biases to Unlearn
Published on: March 19, 2024

Youth Sexual Health: Common Biases to Unlearn

Youth sexual health is more than talking about healthy sex. It’s about the overall well-being of young people. But talking about it that way can be hard because we all...
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Women’s History Month: Women Who Advocate for Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
Published on: March 5, 2024

Women’s History Month: Women Who Advocate for Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

Women’s History Month for 2024 celebrates “Women Who Advocate for Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.” The theme recognizes women who understand that we need to eliminate bias and discrimination entirely from...
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