Lend an Ear

Counselors can contribute enormously to our troops when they return from their service term. I

honestly think my ex-Marine dad had PTSD. Post-traumatic stress was not even acknowledged

until long after the Vietnam War, and only through the hard work of many activists. Therapists

and mental health professionals can really help our military veterans by volunteering their own

services through the organization Give an Hour (giveanhour.org) and this is extremely helpful to

families of vets. Listening can change lives for the better in a big way.

Resolve to Be a Force for Good in This World

New Year’s Day. Did you make a New Year’s resolution for this year? Throw that word resolution out the window, It’s not strong enough to hold people to their goals—or at least that is true for me and everyone I know! If you want to eat healthier, spend more time with your family, or finally volunteer at your church’s soup kitchen, go ahead and make these things happen. Tell people about your mission and maybe they will join forces with you. I had so much fun at Glide Memorial Church serving lunch that my friends asked to come along with me! Or, if you want to jump-start your New Year’s with a major act of kindness, head on down to LA for the New Year’s Race for A Place Called Home (apch.org). They are a safe haven in South Central Los Angeles where underserved youth are empowered to take ownership of the quality and direction of their lives through programs in education, arts, and well-being. These young people are inspired to make a meaningful difference in their community and world.

Lend an Ear

Counselors can contribute enormously to our troops when they return from their service term. Inhonestly think my ex-Marine dad had PTSD. Post-traumatic stress was not even acknowledged until long after the Vietnam War, and only through the hard work of many activists. Therapists and mental health professionals can really help our military veterans by volunteering their own services through the organization Give an Hour (giveanhour.org) and this is extremely helpful to families of vets. Listening can change lives for the better in a big way.