To all our St Joseph's Families,

During these uncertain times, it is normal for our children and adults to respond in unique ways.

It can be helpful to focus on the aspects of our lives that we can control like caring for our physical health, safety and emotional wellbeing.

There are things you can do to support yourself, your friends and your family:

• Listen - to your needs and your own advice
• Offer kindness - for yourself and others
• Stay connected - with others by phone and online
• Keep informed - just enough information from reliable sources
• Maintain a healthy routine -diet, activity and sleep
• Focus on the things you can control -versus the things you can’t
• Reflect on past success – recall a stressful time and reflect on the things that helped
• Learn a new skill and make plans
• Help others - when you can
• Seek support - It’s okay to ask for help and advice
• Build hope - Focus on 3 things you are grateful for.

Remember, we cannot pour from an empty cup, we need to look after ourselves, so that we are able to help our children.

For more information about supporting children with change, please refer to www.goodgrief.org.au

Have a wonderful week.

Warmest regards,

Tosca Grainger-Dee

School Counsellor