Farrah Mitra’s Post

SUMMER FUN   Summer is just around the corner. No matter how much you work, no matter how important your job is. No matter how much time you think you don’t have, you can make time to do fun stuff with your children this summer. Leave work a little early one day a week so you can go to the pool. When you’re there, focus on being in the pool with your kids, not on socializing with your own friends. Get up early on a Saturday and set up an obstacle course in your backyard or at the nearby park. There are lots of ideas for these online and all you need is a little imagination and some simple materials to create a very cool course. Pack a cooler with waters and get out your stopwatch. Invite a few neighborhood kids to join you and have some competitions. Show your child how to climb a tree or walk on a balance beam. Try a scavenger hunt or a nature walk - be sure to take pencils and drawing paper - and a camera with you. Create artwork from pebbles and leaves. Plant a vegetable garden - I was never very good at this, but you might be able to make it work! Use a shower curtain or a big tarp and make a water slide. Don’t let the opportunities that summer provides get away from you! You’ll only get this summer this one time, spend it with your children and they will treasure the gift of your time and efforts.

TGIF! 🎉 When I was in school, the phrase "TGIF" never really resonated with me. With classes sometimes scheduled on Saturdays and a few weekdays unexpectedly free due to cancellations, my academic life didn’t fit the typical workweek rhythm. Even during busy weekdays, having 3 to 4 classes that ended by 3 PM seemed manageable. But now that I’m working a 9-to-5 job as an intern, I totally get it. The grind of a full workweek has given me a whole new appreciation for Fridays. The relief, the excitement, and yes, the celebration of making it through another productive week are all real! Who else didn’t quite grasp the importance of TGIF until they started working? What’s your favorite way to unwind after a busy week? #TGIF #InternLife #WorkLifeBalance #FridayFeeling #CareerJourney #GrowthMindset #Gratitude

10 ways to make your middle schooler’s summer meaningful Summer can feel like a complicated time for families to navigate. So what are some steps you can take to make your summer a more meaningful one for your preteen or teenager stuck between camps and summer jobs? https://lnkd.in/g25xUV-8

We're in the middle of the "Summer Job Face-Off"! We're taking a closer look at the top 10 go-to summer gigs for college students and shaking things up. This series is all about why it's time to rethink your summer strategy and consider an alternative that could redefine your break. 🔄 Naptime or Network Time? 🍼 As a childcare provider, patience is your currency, but imagine a summer where your efforts are compensated with substantial professional growth. 🚀 Swap storytime for strategic sessions with Peazy's innovative summer program. Unlock earnings and opportunities that reflect your true capabilities. 💼 This is where Peazy's summer program steps in. Break from the norm and dive into an experience that goes beyond the average job description. With us, you're not just earning; you're learning and leading. From securing real deals to growing a network, every step with Peazy is a leap towards your career goals. Stay tuned as we count down the common jobs and reveal how Peazy outshines them all. Ready for something different? Build skills while they play, with Peazy this summer! 👶🌟 #RethinkSummer #PeazyOpportunity Apply today for Peazy's summer program to see if you are eligible. https://hubs.ly/Q02sKQxj0

🌞 Happy First Day of Summer! 🌞 Today marks the official start of summer and we couldn't be more excited! As the days get longer and the weather gets warmer, it's the perfect time to reflect on our achievements so far and set new goals for the season. Here's to a summer filled with: - New Projects: Embracing innovative ideas and fresh opportunities. - Team Bonding: Enjoying team outings, outdoor meetings and a little extra sunshine. - Growth and Learning: Taking advantage of the vibrant energy of summer to enhance our skills and expand our horizons. What are your summer plans? Share with us in the comments below! 🌻 #firstdayofsummer #summervibes #reynoldsandreynolds #teamwork #innovation #growth

Happy first day of Summer! Summertime does not have to be totally about fun in the sun and leaving work early BUT it also doesn't have to be all about work and no play. It is important to celebrate summertime and make adjustments in your schedule to allow for you to enjoy the season. That can also include professional and personal development, staying focused at work, and making progress towards goals. My advice? Add some personal "summer" goals to your list. Stay focused when at work by setting boundaries. When you are out of the office, practice healthy detachment. Need help with how to find the balance this summer? Let's chat!

Today was always my favorite day as a young child, and it may have gotten a fun little dance this morning, but it also brings challenges in balancing work and being a mom. I see the excitement now in my own children's eyes. It is a time when they get to wake up late, have new experiences at different camps, and spend more time at home. 😍 I can't help but feel optimistic that the summer will go smoothly, but I also know that all the shuttling around will knock my normal routine off its tracks. Happy first day of summer! ☀ How do we manage summer in my house? 💡 More than I can count calendar reminders. 💡 Making a plan with my husband at the beginning of each week. 💡 Blocking time in my calendar. 💡 Focusing on efficiency when I sit down to work. The first day of summer ☀ is a beautiful reminder of the joys of family life, even with its inherent challenges. By embracing the excitement and obstacles, working parents can create a summer filled with love, laughter, and unforgettable experiences. Keep this in mind today! Happy first day of summer! 😎 How do you manage summer in your house? #FirstDayofSummer #SummerSolstice #Biglaw #WorkingParent The summer is a great time to reflect on your career. Reach out to start making a plan. 🌴 📩 seberhard@laterallink.com

It's comical how similar going back to school is to starting a new job, especially when that transition happens near the end of summer. The first-day jitters aren't things only students experience. We've all had to enter new opportunities with an uneasy feeling and humbly navigate unfamiliar surroundings. You have to learn: Who your new boss (or teacher) is... 🧑🏫 What time to start your commute (or when the bus will pick you up)... 🚌 Where your new office (or classroom) is... 🏫 You have to prepare by: Picking out the perfect first-day outfit... 👔 Gathering snacks and photos for your desk (or locker)... 🥨 Making sure you have your favorite pens and sticky notes (or school supplies)... 🖊️ And maybe most importantly: You have to develop your team spirit... 👏 It's fun to reflect on how I felt as a student, remembering being a prideful representative of my school. Experiencing those feelings is even more important to me now as a working professional. I place a lot of importance on loving what I do for work and feeling excited to represent the company I work for, and you should, too! If you're one of the incredible people shaping minds in schools everywhere, I hope you had a great start to the year. 🎉

Counseling can be difficult because it's all about you. Maybe consider a support group where you can meet others going thru something similar, you can participate as much or as little as you feel comfortable, and you can start your healing journey. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to let me or the facilitator below know.

🌟 It was an AMAZING Day 8 of Session B at Hope Haven's Summer Career Camp! 🌟 👉Our career campers kicked off their morning in the Job Exploration Session with a burst of creativity, making Summer Community Helper Hand Puppets. They picked their favorite community helpers and got busy crafting lifeguards, park rangers, doctors, librarians, and more! The room was buzzing with excitement as they brought their puppets to life, learning about the roles and responsibilities of each helper. 👉As part of their job duties today, they tackled the much-needed but often overlooked skill of laundry tending. They learned the proper way to fold clothes and the importance of keeping their work neat and presentable. It was a hands-on lesson in maintaining professionalism and attention to detail. In Work Readiness, our campers got some great life advice about procrastination from an unexpected source—SpongeBob SquarePants. Through the hilarious episode, they discovered valuable lessons: 🔹Procrastination exists and needs to be managed. 🔹It’s quicker and more satisfying to complete a task than to put it off. 🔹Listening to that little voice urging you to get back to work is crucial. 🔹The longer you delay a task, the more daunting it seems. 🔹Completing tasks brings a great sense of achievement. 👉The day got even more fun and engaging during music therapy with Ms. Emily from Upbeat Music, in partnership with Cathedral Arts Project. Our campers got their rhythm going with their favorite Boomwhackers, creating vibrant and rhythmic tunes that had everyone dancing and laughing. It’s not too late to register your students aged 14-21 with an IEP or 504 Plan for our upcoming sessions. Each session runs for 2 weeks, and a separate Vocational Rehabilitation referral is needed for each one. Click here 👉 https://lnkd.in/dMJ9Eyc to learn more about signing up for Hope Haven's Career Camp! #CareerCamp #HopeHaven #FutureLeaders #SummerFun #CreativeLearning 🌟🎨🎶