by Kim Olver | Nov 11, 2020 | Relationships
Today is Veterans Day and I had trouble thinking of anything else to write about other than the men and women of our military whom I greatly respect. Before my son, Kyle, joined the Army National Guard in 2003, I took our military for granted. I was born in 1960, and...
by Kim Olver | Oct 28, 2020 | Diversity
I was having a conversation with a friend of mine about the struggle with diversity here in the United States. She asked me what I think the answer is, and I was temporarily stunned by the enormity of that question. Those who know me know that it takes a lot to render...
by Kim Olver | Oct 21, 2020 | human rights
October is touted as National Bullying Prevention Month, but what are your plans to stop bullying? As a counselor educator, I’m constantly telling new therapists that making plans to simply stop bullying won’t work. People don’t have the energy for agendas to simply...
by Kim Olver | Sep 16, 2020 | Diversity
In the field of diversity training, where I do a good bit of work, I’ve developed a self-evaluation component for people to consider. Your participation can help you determine what your typical modus operandi is when you encounter difference, disagreement and...
by Kim Olver | Jul 15, 2020 | Mental Health, Self-care, Self-Development
Some links may be affiliate links. We may get paid if you buy something or take an action after clicking one of these. Social Wellness: How are you doing during COVID-19? Social relationships are vital for our mental health and wellbeing; research shows they can even...
