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What You Need to Know About Abolition and Transformative Justice

What You Need to Know About Abolition and Transformative Justice

  • Post author:Courtney Harris Coaching
  • Post published:December 29, 2020
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Abolition asks us to think beyond “prescriptive approaches” to justice and instead consider what is needed to repair and prevent the harm in the first place.

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Exploring Racial Identity Development as a Path to Antiracism

Exploring Racial Identity Development as a Path to Antiracism

  • Post author:Courtney Harris Coaching
  • Post published:December 8, 2020
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All racial identity development is an ongoing process that is not necessarily linear. Racial identity development is not a destination.

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20 Ways to Be An Advocate for Social Change and Transformation
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20 Ways to Be An Advocate for Social Change and Transformation

  • Post author:Courtney Harris Coaching
  • Post published:October 6, 2020
  • Post category:Real Talk for Teens/Talking with Teenagers
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We all have a range of tools and gifts that we can use to stand up for our values and beliefs each and every day.

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Feels like it’s time for an intro post, and I’ Feels like it’s time for an intro post, and I’m going with super raw and authentic on this one. This intro came purely though a conversation with a new friend. They asked what I’ve been up to, and I said “coaching and doulaing.” They didn’t know that I’m a Life Coach for Teens and Young Adults, so they asked me more... here’s exactly what I said: “I don’t sell a bunch of fucking programs and shit. I don’t tell you you’re gonna make 97 changes in 12 weeks. Etc. I’m like.. I’m a human. And I’m here to witness you being human. I’ll reflect back what I hear and see. I’ll offer ideas for reflection. I’ll offer accountability in the ways you want it.” This is the truth. And there’s always nuance. I have plans for a course that I want to release— lol. I think some online courses are powerful and special and important. And, yes, of course I believe in growth and healing and making changes along the way. What I don’t like, tho, is the way soooo many coaches are wrapped up in the same capitalistic bullshit they claim to be getting free from. Scarcity tactics and manipulation, empty and lofty promises, and saviorism are all YUCKY and harmful. (If someone has tried to focus a multi thousand dollar course on you, you knowoooooow what I’m talking about.) I don’t love using the word “coach” because of all the trash I see across the World Wide Web. However, it’s user friendly and gets to the point. What matters more than the label, however, is the relationship we build together. So, if there’s a young person in your life who is looking for someone who can hold space, offer support, and share new perspectives, that’s me. . . . [ID: Courtney is wearing a backwards purple hat and smiling at the camera.] . . . #LifeCoach #LifeCoachForTeens #LifeCoachForYoungAdults #CourtneyHarrisCoaching #AntiCapitalism #IntroductionPost #Nuance
Hello friends, I find myself typing and then dele Hello friends, I find myself typing and then deleting, typing and deleting. I've typed things from "Happy New Year!" and "Adequate New year" (as I heard a friend say today) to "I don't know where to start!' and "Well, here we are." Personally, I feel some freshness when I think about the new calendar year and the inspiration that some of my go-to new year rituals bring; vision boarding is my favorite! And I feel some heaviness when I think about the sameness so many days have due to COVID. I also feel a tightness in my chest, the anxiety of uncertainty and activation that lingers from the white supremacist attacks last week and concern about what the rest of this month might look like. What's coming up for you? Rather than forcing ourselves ahead into new projects, including setting new intentions or making vision boards, I invite us all to keep it slow. Join me in checking in with yourself. Notice what's on your mind. And your heart. Tune in to the sensations of your body. Then, consider what you need in this moment, today, this week, and so on. This time can be an opportunity to reflect and vision (see this week's blog if that's what you're feeling), but it doesn't have to be. And if you are up for setting intentions, give yourself time. There's no deadline for this kind of process, so don't let the calendar create unnecessary pressure. With a deep breath, <3 Courtney (she/they) . . . [ID: Fuchsia background with multicolor confetti border. Text reads: “Notice what's on your mind. And your heart. Tune in to the sensations of your body.” www.courtneyharriscoaching.com] . . . #LifeCoachForTeens #TeenLifeCoach #LifeCoachForYoungAdults #LifeCoachForCollegeStudents #NewYear2021 #HappyNewYear #NewYearIntentions #IntentionSetting #VisionBoarding #SlowDown
Setting intentions and visions helps you live into Setting intentions and visions helps you live into the possibilities! When you take time to reflect and take stock of your life, you might recognize a sense of inspiration, a desire to think and dream, or a knowing that growth and change is ahead. It is important to allow yourself time to imagine a wide range of possibilities for yourself. Furthermore, intention-setting and visioning can support you in reviewing or renewing your values and prioritizing your passions and interests. When you make time for these practices, you will, in turn, make time for the things, people, and goals you love. Read more on the blog, and share with the young people in your life. Link in bio! . . . [ID: Ombre fuchsia circle on white background. Text reads: How to Set Intentions and Visions for 2021 And Beyond. Courtney Harris Coaching’s logo which includes 3 interconnected hearts is on the bottom. www.courtneyharriscoaching.com] . . . #LifeCoachForTeens #TeenLifeCoach #LifeCoachForYoungAdults #LifeCoachForCollegeStudents #NewYear2021 #HappyNewYear #NewYearIntentions #IntentionSetting #VisionBoarding #IdealDay
2020. 2020.
Hello friends, This week I am taking a pause to b Hello friends, This week I am taking a pause to breathe and reset (and watch a lot of TV), and I've been thinking about how very grateful I am for you. Yes, you. The families who share their stories and experience with me. The people who share and support my work. The teens and young adults who trust me to be a part of their journeys. The parents who arrive with open hearts and minds. The folks I've never met who engage with my work by reading emails, or posts, or blogs. The friends and colleagues who share community with me. The teachers who help me grow and stretch. The ancestors whose stories inform and support my journey and healing. The land and trees and sun that nurture and sustain me. Thank you for being here! Thank you for sharing time and space with me. Heart eyes, <3 Courtney (she/they) . . . [ID: Pink background with yellow and white text that reads “Thank you for being here. Thank you for sharing time and space with me.” www.courtneyharriscoaching.com] . . . #CourtneyHarrisCoaching #Goodbye2020 #Hello2021 #LifeCoachForTeens #LifeCoachForCollegeStudents #LifeCoachForYoungAdults #GratitudePractice
I'm super excited to host this powerful and needed I'm super excited to host this powerful and needed guest blog by my friend @altheais. It's written specifically for teens and young adults, but this is truly a piece for all of us to engage with. "Abolition is more than getting rid of prisons. Abolitionists believe that violence is a product of pain and unmet needs. If every one of us had our needs met, a supportive and supported community, and access to care, just how healthy would we be? Studies, even those that aren’t calling for prison abolition, tell us that crime arises from unhealthy communities and unhealthy people. Abolition asks us to think beyond “prescriptive approaches” to justice and instead consider what is needed to repair and prevent the harm in the first place. That is, instead of saying “when you steal something worth $100 or more, you should go to jail for 5 days,” prison abolition asks for a system that gets curious when harm happens. Why did you steal and what do you need for 1) your needs to be met and, 2) not cause more harm?" Keep reading and find lots of resources on the blog. Link in bio! . . . [ID: Ombre fuchsia circle on white background. Text reads: What You Need to Know about Abolition and Transformative Justice. Courtney Harris Coaching’s logo which includes 3 interconnected hearts is on the bottom. www.courtneyharriscoaching.com] . . . #LifeCoachForTeens #TeenLifeCoach #LifeCoachForYoungAdults #LifeCoachForCollegeStudents #BusinessForThePeople #Abolition #Abolition101 #TransformativeJustice #SocialJustice
Hello friends, This week a client and I were talk Hello friends, This week a client and I were talking about "inside the comfort zone" activities and "outside the comfort zone" activities. We considered what combination of these activities feels "right" over the course of a day or a week, and so on. If we stayed INside our comfort zones 100% of the time (in a day or a week), we wouldn't learn, stretch, or grow. And on the other hand, if we were pushed OUTside our comfort zones 100% of the time, we would be tapped out, maxed out, and drained. Finding a balance of these activities and experiences can support us in finding variety and excitement AND comfort and ease. Balance does not mean 50-50, though; instead, as I said above, it means a combination that feels right to YOU. Also, some days or weeks might take us outside of our comfort zone more than usual, so "balancing" ourselves may mean doing more inside the comfort zones activities the next day(s) or week(s). In other words, balance is dynamic. For example, today I have an activity that pushes me outside of my comfort zone in a big way (an interview for a writing job!); thus, I want to be mindful about offering myself some familiarity later throughout the day-- wearing comfy clothes, eating dinner with my partner, and listening to evermore are some ideas that come to mind. What does the balance of inside the comfort zone and outside the comfort zone experiences look like for you right now? Do you need more of one? If so, how can you offer that to yourself in the upcoming days/weeks? Take care, <3 Courtney (she/her) . . . [ID: teal background with text that read “Comfort Zone Stuff…”] . . . #CourtneyHarrisCoaching #LifeCoachForTeens #TeenCoach #ParentsOfTeens #LifeCoach #Reflections #SelfCare #ComfortZone #TryNewThings #FindEase #LifeCoachForCollegeStudents #LifeCoachForYoungAdults
Y'ALL! This guest blog by my friend @jilldoneen is Y'ALL! This guest blog by my friend @jilldoneen is so beautiful and supportive for these times. "Uncertainty is one of the reliable hallmarks of life. There will always be moments where we don’t know what to do. These are also times when we have a lot of feelings and thoughts swirling. Our feelings orient us toward what we want, and the thoughts often check those desires against norms and expectations. Both of these things are necessary and can be helpful but are also often at odds. Uncertainty about what’s happening and how it might play out adds to the tension. So, how do we take care of ourselves in uncertain times? My process is based in nature. There are three characteristics of natural systems that can offer us support and stability when we feel uncertain. Nature can help us navigate life when we don’t know what else to do." Keep reading on the blog for sweet and simple guidance. Link in bio. . . . [ID: Ombre fuchsia circle on white background. Text reads: How to Tune in to Nature in Times of Uncertainty. Courtney Harris Coaching’s logo which includes 3 interconnected hearts is on the bottom. www.courtneyharriscoaching.com] . . . #LifeCoachForTeens #ParentsOfTeens #SelfLove #SelfCareBlogger #Belonging #SelfCarePractices #ParentingTools #NatureTherapy #NatureHeals #2021Intentions
Hello friends, A friend asked me via text today: Hello friends, A friend asked me via text today: "How are you?" Here was my genuine answer: "Distracted. Like... good-ish. But tired. And like... wtf am I doing?! Want to eat all the chocolate. Or anything sweet. Lol. Don’t want to leave the house but also antsy/understimulated. But also overstimulated bc devices." Even though a lot is going well and feeling good (soooo grateful!), I am also recognizing how difficult it is to focus on the "extra" stuff right now-- the website issues that I don't know how to solve, the projects I want to start, the webinars I would like to attend, and so on. And that is okay. It's been a difficult year. As I said, both understimulating and overstimulating. In reflecting on my answer to how I am, I've recognized a few things I need, things I can offer myself: 1. Small acts of comfort/joy/pleasure. 2. Less pressure to do the "extra" stuff. 3. More time without screens. 4. A long, quiet bath. Now, I ask you, friends: How are you? And what do you need? If one of the ideas above resonates with you, take it! If not, consider what you need today/this week/this season. Feel free to reply back if that accountability feels right. With care, <3 Courtney (she/her) . . . [ID: white background with red text that reads: “Me: Don’t want to leave the house but also antsy/understimulated. But also overstimulated bc devices.” The text is surrounded by topical plant leaves in pink, teal, orange, and yellow colors.”] . . . #CourtneyHarrisCoaching #LifeCoachForTeens #TeenCoach #ParentsOfTeens #LifeCoach #Reflections #SelfCare
I had a blast talking with @teenagertoddler this m I had a blast talking with @teenagertoddler this month! I even gave a shout out to anti-capitalism in this one because let’s be real, y’all… Here’s what they have to say about the episode: “This week we sit down with Life Coach Courtney Harris to unpack the hell that many parents are experiencing with Virtual Learning from home. It's problematic to say the least, but Courtney has some suggestions on how to temper the suckiness, and find some relief in the middle of this tumultuous time.” Visit the link in my bio to listen. . . . [ID: Fuchsia background with white text that reads “Courtney has some suggestions on how to temper the suckiness, and find some relief in the middle of this tumultuous time.” www.courtneyharriscoaching.com] . . . #LifeCoachForTeens #ParentsOfTeens #PodcastForParents #ParentingDurinfAPandemic #VirtualLearning #OnlineSchool #ParentingTools
All the feelings you are feeling at the end of thi All the feelings you are feeling at the end of this semester and calendar year are valid. Yes, all of them. This includes the relief about bullshit classes being finished. This includes nervousness about getting older/closer to “adulthood.” This includes excitement about having some time off school or work. This includes fears about when the COVID situation will be safe. This includes pride for the growth and change you’ve created this year. This includes exhaustion from a tough year/tough semester. This includes grief over the missed opportunities to connect with friends or romantic interests. What else do you want to add for the list?! Share below if it feels right; I know someone else is feeling it too. . . . [ID: White background with teal plant shapes scattered throughout. Text reads: “All the feelings you are feeling at the end of this semester and calendar year are valid. Yes, all of them.” www.courtneyharriscoaching.com] . . . #LifeCoachForTeens #ParentsOfTeens #EndOfYearReflections #Goodbye2020 #EndOfSemester #CourtneyHarrisCoaching
As humans, we all have a desire to belong and to b As humans, we all have a desire to belong and to be significant. I have written about this before, but it’s time for a refresher. I’ve been feeling sorta left out or lonely or unsure if/where/how I “fit in” in recent months. Connecting has looked different during the pandemic, and I find myself exploring my sense of belonging quite often lately. Anyone else?! As I navigate uncertainties and insecurities, some of the best medicine has been being with myself. But, like, really being with myself. (Not just binging bake off.) * While this article is focused on the relationship with oneself, this work doesn’t happen in a vacuum; community care and participation in community are crucial. Please keep this in mind as you read and engage. Keep reading on the blog. Link in bio, as you know. . . . [ID: Ombre fuchsia circle on white background. Text reads: 5 Ways to Practice Belonging to Yourself. Courtney Harris Coaching’s logo which includes 3 interconnected hearts is on the bottom. www.courtneyharriscoaching.com] . . . #LifeCoachForTeens #ParentsOfTeens #SelfLove #SelfCareBlogger #Belonging #SelfCarePractices
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Feels like it’s time for an intro post, and I’ Feels like it’s time for an intro post, and I’m going with super raw and authentic on this one. This intro came purely though a conversation with a new friend. They asked what I’ve been up to, and I said “coaching and doulaing.” They didn’t know that I’m a Life Coach for Teens and Young Adults, so they asked me more... here’s exactly what I said: “I don’t sell a bunch of fucking programs and shit. I don’t tell you you’re gonna make 97 changes in 12 weeks. Etc. I’m like.. I’m a human. And I’m here to witness you being human. I’ll reflect back what I hear and see. I’ll offer ideas for reflection. I’ll offer accountability in the ways you want it.” This is the truth. And there’s always nuance. I have plans for a course that I want to release— lol. I think some online courses are powerful and special and important. And, yes, of course I believe in growth and healing and making changes along the way. What I don’t like, tho, is the way soooo many coaches are wrapped up in the same capitalistic bullshit they claim to be getting free from. Scarcity tactics and manipulation, empty and lofty promises, and saviorism are all YUCKY and harmful. (If someone has tried to focus a multi thousand dollar course on you, you knowoooooow what I’m talking about.) I don’t love using the word “coach” because of all the trash I see across the World Wide Web. However, it’s user friendly and gets to the point. What matters more than the label, however, is the relationship we build together. So, if there’s a young person in your life who is looking for someone who can hold space, offer support, and share new perspectives, that’s me. . . . [ID: Courtney is wearing a backwards purple hat and smiling at the camera.] . . . #LifeCoach #LifeCoachForTeens #LifeCoachForYoungAdults #CourtneyHarrisCoaching #AntiCapitalism #IntroductionPost #Nuance
Hello friends, I find myself typing and then dele Hello friends, I find myself typing and then deleting, typing and deleting. I've typed things from "Happy New Year!" and "Adequate New year" (as I heard a friend say today) to "I don't know where to start!' and "Well, here we are." Personally, I feel some freshness when I think about the new calendar year and the inspiration that some of my go-to new year rituals bring; vision boarding is my favorite! And I feel some heaviness when I think about the sameness so many days have due to COVID. I also feel a tightness in my chest, the anxiety of uncertainty and activation that lingers from the white supremacist attacks last week and concern about what the rest of this month might look like. What's coming up for you? Rather than forcing ourselves ahead into new projects, including setting new intentions or making vision boards, I invite us all to keep it slow. Join me in checking in with yourself. Notice what's on your mind. And your heart. Tune in to the sensations of your body. Then, consider what you need in this moment, today, this week, and so on. This time can be an opportunity to reflect and vision (see this week's blog if that's what you're feeling), but it doesn't have to be. And if you are up for setting intentions, give yourself time. There's no deadline for this kind of process, so don't let the calendar create unnecessary pressure. With a deep breath, <3 Courtney (she/they) . . . [ID: Fuchsia background with multicolor confetti border. Text reads: “Notice what's on your mind. And your heart. Tune in to the sensations of your body.” www.courtneyharriscoaching.com] . . . #LifeCoachForTeens #TeenLifeCoach #LifeCoachForYoungAdults #LifeCoachForCollegeStudents #NewYear2021 #HappyNewYear #NewYearIntentions #IntentionSetting #VisionBoarding #SlowDown
Setting intentions and visions helps you live into Setting intentions and visions helps you live into the possibilities! When you take time to reflect and take stock of your life, you might recognize a sense of inspiration, a desire to think and dream, or a knowing that growth and change is ahead. It is important to allow yourself time to imagine a wide range of possibilities for yourself. Furthermore, intention-setting and visioning can support you in reviewing or renewing your values and prioritizing your passions and interests. When you make time for these practices, you will, in turn, make time for the things, people, and goals you love. Read more on the blog, and share with the young people in your life. Link in bio! . . . [ID: Ombre fuchsia circle on white background. Text reads: How to Set Intentions and Visions for 2021 And Beyond. Courtney Harris Coaching’s logo which includes 3 interconnected hearts is on the bottom. www.courtneyharriscoaching.com] . . . #LifeCoachForTeens #TeenLifeCoach #LifeCoachForYoungAdults #LifeCoachForCollegeStudents #NewYear2021 #HappyNewYear #NewYearIntentions #IntentionSetting #VisionBoarding #IdealDay
2020. 2020.
Hello friends, This week I am taking a pause to b Hello friends, This week I am taking a pause to breathe and reset (and watch a lot of TV), and I've been thinking about how very grateful I am for you. Yes, you. The families who share their stories and experience with me. The people who share and support my work. The teens and young adults who trust me to be a part of their journeys. The parents who arrive with open hearts and minds. The folks I've never met who engage with my work by reading emails, or posts, or blogs. The friends and colleagues who share community with me. The teachers who help me grow and stretch. The ancestors whose stories inform and support my journey and healing. The land and trees and sun that nurture and sustain me. Thank you for being here! Thank you for sharing time and space with me. Heart eyes, <3 Courtney (she/they) . . . [ID: Pink background with yellow and white text that reads “Thank you for being here. Thank you for sharing time and space with me.” www.courtneyharriscoaching.com] . . . #CourtneyHarrisCoaching #Goodbye2020 #Hello2021 #LifeCoachForTeens #LifeCoachForCollegeStudents #LifeCoachForYoungAdults #GratitudePractice
I'm super excited to host this powerful and needed I'm super excited to host this powerful and needed guest blog by my friend @altheais. It's written specifically for teens and young adults, but this is truly a piece for all of us to engage with. "Abolition is more than getting rid of prisons. Abolitionists believe that violence is a product of pain and unmet needs. If every one of us had our needs met, a supportive and supported community, and access to care, just how healthy would we be? Studies, even those that aren’t calling for prison abolition, tell us that crime arises from unhealthy communities and unhealthy people. Abolition asks us to think beyond “prescriptive approaches” to justice and instead consider what is needed to repair and prevent the harm in the first place. That is, instead of saying “when you steal something worth $100 or more, you should go to jail for 5 days,” prison abolition asks for a system that gets curious when harm happens. Why did you steal and what do you need for 1) your needs to be met and, 2) not cause more harm?" Keep reading and find lots of resources on the blog. Link in bio! . . . [ID: Ombre fuchsia circle on white background. Text reads: What You Need to Know about Abolition and Transformative Justice. Courtney Harris Coaching’s logo which includes 3 interconnected hearts is on the bottom. www.courtneyharriscoaching.com] . . . #LifeCoachForTeens #TeenLifeCoach #LifeCoachForYoungAdults #LifeCoachForCollegeStudents #BusinessForThePeople #Abolition #Abolition101 #TransformativeJustice #SocialJustice
Hello friends, This week a client and I were talk Hello friends, This week a client and I were talking about "inside the comfort zone" activities and "outside the comfort zone" activities. We considered what combination of these activities feels "right" over the course of a day or a week, and so on. If we stayed INside our comfort zones 100% of the time (in a day or a week), we wouldn't learn, stretch, or grow. And on the other hand, if we were pushed OUTside our comfort zones 100% of the time, we would be tapped out, maxed out, and drained. Finding a balance of these activities and experiences can support us in finding variety and excitement AND comfort and ease. Balance does not mean 50-50, though; instead, as I said above, it means a combination that feels right to YOU. Also, some days or weeks might take us outside of our comfort zone more than usual, so "balancing" ourselves may mean doing more inside the comfort zones activities the next day(s) or week(s). In other words, balance is dynamic. For example, today I have an activity that pushes me outside of my comfort zone in a big way (an interview for a writing job!); thus, I want to be mindful about offering myself some familiarity later throughout the day-- wearing comfy clothes, eating dinner with my partner, and listening to evermore are some ideas that come to mind. What does the balance of inside the comfort zone and outside the comfort zone experiences look like for you right now? Do you need more of one? If so, how can you offer that to yourself in the upcoming days/weeks? Take care, <3 Courtney (she/her) . . . [ID: teal background with text that read “Comfort Zone Stuff…”] . . . #CourtneyHarrisCoaching #LifeCoachForTeens #TeenCoach #ParentsOfTeens #LifeCoach #Reflections #SelfCare #ComfortZone #TryNewThings #FindEase #LifeCoachForCollegeStudents #LifeCoachForYoungAdults
Y'ALL! This guest blog by my friend @jilldoneen is Y'ALL! This guest blog by my friend @jilldoneen is so beautiful and supportive for these times. "Uncertainty is one of the reliable hallmarks of life. There will always be moments where we don’t know what to do. These are also times when we have a lot of feelings and thoughts swirling. Our feelings orient us toward what we want, and the thoughts often check those desires against norms and expectations. Both of these things are necessary and can be helpful but are also often at odds. Uncertainty about what’s happening and how it might play out adds to the tension. So, how do we take care of ourselves in uncertain times? My process is based in nature. There are three characteristics of natural systems that can offer us support and stability when we feel uncertain. Nature can help us navigate life when we don’t know what else to do." Keep reading on the blog for sweet and simple guidance. Link in bio. . . . [ID: Ombre fuchsia circle on white background. Text reads: How to Tune in to Nature in Times of Uncertainty. Courtney Harris Coaching’s logo which includes 3 interconnected hearts is on the bottom. www.courtneyharriscoaching.com] . . . #LifeCoachForTeens #ParentsOfTeens #SelfLove #SelfCareBlogger #Belonging #SelfCarePractices #ParentingTools #NatureTherapy #NatureHeals #2021Intentions
Hello friends, A friend asked me via text today: Hello friends, A friend asked me via text today: "How are you?" Here was my genuine answer: "Distracted. Like... good-ish. But tired. And like... wtf am I doing?! Want to eat all the chocolate. Or anything sweet. Lol. Don’t want to leave the house but also antsy/understimulated. But also overstimulated bc devices." Even though a lot is going well and feeling good (soooo grateful!), I am also recognizing how difficult it is to focus on the "extra" stuff right now-- the website issues that I don't know how to solve, the projects I want to start, the webinars I would like to attend, and so on. And that is okay. It's been a difficult year. As I said, both understimulating and overstimulating. In reflecting on my answer to how I am, I've recognized a few things I need, things I can offer myself: 1. Small acts of comfort/joy/pleasure. 2. Less pressure to do the "extra" stuff. 3. More time without screens. 4. A long, quiet bath. Now, I ask you, friends: How are you? And what do you need? If one of the ideas above resonates with you, take it! If not, consider what you need today/this week/this season. Feel free to reply back if that accountability feels right. With care, <3 Courtney (she/her) . . . [ID: white background with red text that reads: “Me: Don’t want to leave the house but also antsy/understimulated. But also overstimulated bc devices.” The text is surrounded by topical plant leaves in pink, teal, orange, and yellow colors.”] . . . #CourtneyHarrisCoaching #LifeCoachForTeens #TeenCoach #ParentsOfTeens #LifeCoach #Reflections #SelfCare
I had a blast talking with @teenagertoddler this m I had a blast talking with @teenagertoddler this month! I even gave a shout out to anti-capitalism in this one because let’s be real, y’all… Here’s what they have to say about the episode: “This week we sit down with Life Coach Courtney Harris to unpack the hell that many parents are experiencing with Virtual Learning from home. It's problematic to say the least, but Courtney has some suggestions on how to temper the suckiness, and find some relief in the middle of this tumultuous time.” Visit the link in my bio to listen. . . . [ID: Fuchsia background with white text that reads “Courtney has some suggestions on how to temper the suckiness, and find some relief in the middle of this tumultuous time.” www.courtneyharriscoaching.com] . . . #LifeCoachForTeens #ParentsOfTeens #PodcastForParents #ParentingDurinfAPandemic #VirtualLearning #OnlineSchool #ParentingTools
All the feelings you are feeling at the end of thi All the feelings you are feeling at the end of this semester and calendar year are valid. Yes, all of them. This includes the relief about bullshit classes being finished. This includes nervousness about getting older/closer to “adulthood.” This includes excitement about having some time off school or work. This includes fears about when the COVID situation will be safe. This includes pride for the growth and change you’ve created this year. This includes exhaustion from a tough year/tough semester. This includes grief over the missed opportunities to connect with friends or romantic interests. What else do you want to add for the list?! Share below if it feels right; I know someone else is feeling it too. . . . [ID: White background with teal plant shapes scattered throughout. Text reads: “All the feelings you are feeling at the end of this semester and calendar year are valid. Yes, all of them.” www.courtneyharriscoaching.com] . . . #LifeCoachForTeens #ParentsOfTeens #EndOfYearReflections #Goodbye2020 #EndOfSemester #CourtneyHarrisCoaching
As humans, we all have a desire to belong and to b As humans, we all have a desire to belong and to be significant. I have written about this before, but it’s time for a refresher. I’ve been feeling sorta left out or lonely or unsure if/where/how I “fit in” in recent months. Connecting has looked different during the pandemic, and I find myself exploring my sense of belonging quite often lately. Anyone else?! As I navigate uncertainties and insecurities, some of the best medicine has been being with myself. But, like, really being with myself. (Not just binging bake off.) * While this article is focused on the relationship with oneself, this work doesn’t happen in a vacuum; community care and participation in community are crucial. Please keep this in mind as you read and engage. Keep reading on the blog. Link in bio, as you know. . . . [ID: Ombre fuchsia circle on white background. Text reads: 5 Ways to Practice Belonging to Yourself. Courtney Harris Coaching’s logo which includes 3 interconnected hearts is on the bottom. www.courtneyharriscoaching.com] . . . #LifeCoachForTeens #ParentsOfTeens #SelfLove #SelfCareBlogger #Belonging #SelfCarePractices
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