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About The Workshop:
Join Francesca Reicherter, the Founder of Inspiring My Generation, for a workshop designed to empower teens and young adults in providing genuine support and validation to friends navigating mental health experiences.
Overview:
Delve into the essential elements of supporting friends with their mental health using Francesca’s 5-Step Guide:
Check in with Yourself First: Cultivate self-awareness to be present and empathetic during conversations by understanding your own emotions and boundaries before offering support.
Ask Non-Judgmental, Open-Ended Questions: Foster an environment where friends feel safe sharing their thoughts and feelings by developing effective communication skills to encourage open dialogue.
Actively Listen: Provide a space for them to express themselves without judgment or interruption by practicing your active listening skills to truly understand your friend's perspective.
Validate Their Feelings: Explore techniques to express empathy by validating acknowledging and respecting their emotions.
Follow-Up: Demonstrate your commitment to supporting your friend by checking in and offering ongoing support.
Why Attend:
Gain practical skills to be a supportive and empathetic friend.
Play a vital role in breaking the stigma surrounding mental health conversations by fostering deeper connections within your community.
Who Should Attend:
Teens and young adults interested in fostering empathetic connections with friends and offering support and validation to those they care about.