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Managing Stress in Uncertain Times

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If you are already feeling stressed at the beginning of 2021, you are not alone. As the nation faces a large political transition and remote work continues, take some time to consider how you can manage your stress and adopt healthy habits to avoid burnout. In the video linked below, titled "Managing Stress & Avoiding Burnout in Uncertain Times", Dr. Mark Rowe discusses the effect of negative stress, focusing on what we can control, and self-care strategies.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

Navigating U.S. Presidential Transitions January 25 at 2 PM. Register here.

Learn from experienced government officials across the executive branch about how federal agencies handle the transition process between presidential administrations.

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January 27 at 5:30 PM. Register here.

Join us as we watch and discuss King in the Wilderness, a documentary about the life of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Learn more about SOAR, and bring dinner, drinks, and conversation! All CEMS students, faculty, and staff are welcome.

LEARN | Politically-Induced Stress

If you feel stressed by the current political and social climate in America, you are not alone. Political conflict often triggers stress because of divisive opinions about the future of the country. To better manage politically-induced stress, consider limiting your news intake, taking action in your community, and taking care of your health.

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ACT | Volunteers of America

Volunteers of America (VOA) is one of the nation's largest and most comprehensive human services organizations, touching the lives of more than 2 million people each year in hundreds of communities across the United States. In Minnesota, consider volunteering to help those with special needs, people reentering society from prison, or the elderly.

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GIVE | Crisis Text Line

Crisis Text Line is free, 24/7 support for those in crisis. Donate to support texters in their time of crisis or consider volunteering as a crisis counselor.

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Sources

Life Resolutions - Essendon. [Online Image]. Retrieved from https://www.liferesolutions.com.au/essendon/2020-09-16/managing-stress-jodie-brenton/

Very Well Mind. [Online Image]. Retrieved from https://www.verywellmind.com/americans-are-stressed-about-politics-4155336

Volunteers of America. [Online Image and Text]. Retrieved from https://www.voamnwi.org/our-history

Crisis Text Line. [Online Image]. Retrieved from https://www.amazon.com/Color-Law-Forgotten-Government-Segregated-ebook/dp/B01M8IWJT2

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