Bluemidst, MSW 💚
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There is ample and growing evidence that a college degree is still very much worth it.
Graduating from college is directly connected to higher entry-level wages and long-term career success, according to an education scholar. buff.ly/79HIRi0
Graduating from college is directly connected to higher entry-level wages and long-term career success, according to an education scholar. buff.ly/79HIRi0
Despite naysayers and rising costs, data shows that college still pays off for students – and society overall
A recent survey shows a dramatic drop in people who consider a college degree to be very important from 2010 to this year.
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October 28, 2025 at 2:30 AM
There is ample and growing evidence that a college degree is still very much worth it.
Graduating from college is directly connected to higher entry-level wages and long-term career success, according to an education scholar. buff.ly/79HIRi0
Graduating from college is directly connected to higher entry-level wages and long-term career success, according to an education scholar. buff.ly/79HIRi0
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NASW has produced two new resources to help keep members informed about top social work policies, and to offer them the opportunity to take action in response to cuts to government programs that support social workers and their clients. Read more in #NASW Social Work Advocates tinyurl.com/mr23ajne
September 15, 2025 at 6:15 PM
NASW has produced two new resources to help keep members informed about top social work policies, and to offer them the opportunity to take action in response to cuts to government programs that support social workers and their clients. Read more in #NASW Social Work Advocates tinyurl.com/mr23ajne
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Social Workers vs. AI Therapists
#NASW, state governments hold the line against unregulated chatbot therapy
tinyurl.com/2mbchkes #SocialWork #AIethics #MentalHealth #Therapy
#NASW, state governments hold the line against unregulated chatbot therapy
tinyurl.com/2mbchkes #SocialWork #AIethics #MentalHealth #Therapy
September 4, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Social Workers vs. AI Therapists
#NASW, state governments hold the line against unregulated chatbot therapy
tinyurl.com/2mbchkes #SocialWork #AIethics #MentalHealth #Therapy
#NASW, state governments hold the line against unregulated chatbot therapy
tinyurl.com/2mbchkes #SocialWork #AIethics #MentalHealth #Therapy
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Only 18 percent of American social workers are men. But in 1968, men were 38 percent of the social work workforce. Why have other historically female-led professions been able grow the male share of their workforce? Read more in the NASW Social Work Advocates magazine: tinyurl.com/2t5d22j6
September 4, 2025 at 7:29 PM
Only 18 percent of American social workers are men. But in 1968, men were 38 percent of the social work workforce. Why have other historically female-led professions been able grow the male share of their workforce? Read more in the NASW Social Work Advocates magazine: tinyurl.com/2t5d22j6
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I have a message to the staff at CDC who have dedicated their careers to protecting Americans from health threats of all kinds: Thank you.
Your courage and dedication have improved or saved the lives of people who may not even know it.
We’re with you.
Your courage and dedication have improved or saved the lives of people who may not even know it.
We’re with you.
August 29, 2025 at 5:39 PM
I have a message to the staff at CDC who have dedicated their careers to protecting Americans from health threats of all kinds: Thank you.
Your courage and dedication have improved or saved the lives of people who may not even know it.
We’re with you.
Your courage and dedication have improved or saved the lives of people who may not even know it.
We’re with you.
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"It’s tremendously valuable for us academics to interact and engage with those who are doing the work in the federal government." - Professor Elena Chachko
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Professor Elena Chachko co-authors report on international regulatory cooperation
Chachko’s research for the Administrative Conference of the United States, authored with two colleagues, includes interviews with government and outside officials and a one-day public forum in Washing...
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August 20, 2025 at 11:54 PM
"It’s tremendously valuable for us academics to interact and engage with those who are doing the work in the federal government." - Professor Elena Chachko
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Emotional attunement pro-tip: DO NOT say "you just need to" when offering support or advice. It is terribly dismissive and suggests that you know better than the person living in the problem.
Instead, try empathizing & being curious:
- Tell me more
- That sucks
- What do you need?
#TherapistSky
Instead, try empathizing & being curious:
- Tell me more
- That sucks
- What do you need?
#TherapistSky
July 28, 2025 at 7:40 PM
Emotional attunement pro-tip: DO NOT say "you just need to" when offering support or advice. It is terribly dismissive and suggests that you know better than the person living in the problem.
Instead, try empathizing & being curious:
- Tell me more
- That sucks
- What do you need?
#TherapistSky
Instead, try empathizing & being curious:
- Tell me more
- That sucks
- What do you need?
#TherapistSky
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Clients don’t need your credentials up top.
They need to know you get what it’s like when your mom ignores your boundaries for the fourth time this week.
#therapistsky #therapistsconnect #blueskytherapists #therapists
They need to know you get what it’s like when your mom ignores your boundaries for the fourth time this week.
#therapistsky #therapistsconnect #blueskytherapists #therapists
July 30, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Clients don’t need your credentials up top.
They need to know you get what it’s like when your mom ignores your boundaries for the fourth time this week.
#therapistsky #therapistsconnect #blueskytherapists #therapists
They need to know you get what it’s like when your mom ignores your boundaries for the fourth time this week.
#therapistsky #therapistsconnect #blueskytherapists #therapists
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I’m always encouraging clients to use gratitude for a mood boost, so here’s my gratitude for the day: 1) my husband bc I wouldn’t be who or where I am today w/o him; 2) clients who are dedicated to healing, esp when it’s stupid hard; 3) chili dinner & the nap I took after 💕
#TherapistSky
#TherapistSky
July 31, 2025 at 4:36 AM
I’m always encouraging clients to use gratitude for a mood boost, so here’s my gratitude for the day: 1) my husband bc I wouldn’t be who or where I am today w/o him; 2) clients who are dedicated to healing, esp when it’s stupid hard; 3) chili dinner & the nap I took after 💕
#TherapistSky
#TherapistSky
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I woke up noticing how anger affects my body and mind, so thought I would share this in case it would be helpful to anyone else. #psychology #buddhism #therapistsky
www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/mind...
www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/mind...
The First Steps in Working Effectively With Anger
Anger is a natural human emotion, but holding onto and fueling it can cause harm. Recognizing and accepting our anger is a first step toward working with it in less harmful ways.
www.psychologytoday.com
August 11, 2025 at 11:49 AM
I woke up noticing how anger affects my body and mind, so thought I would share this in case it would be helpful to anyone else. #psychology #buddhism #therapistsky
www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/mind...
www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/mind...
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Remember: If we allow ourselves to fall into fatalism, or wallow in disappointment, or become resigned to what is rather than what should be, we will lose the long game.
The greatest enemy of positive social change is cynicism about what can be changed.
The greatest enemy of positive social change is cynicism about what can be changed.
August 17, 2025 at 2:00 AM
Remember: If we allow ourselves to fall into fatalism, or wallow in disappointment, or become resigned to what is rather than what should be, we will lose the long game.
The greatest enemy of positive social change is cynicism about what can be changed.
The greatest enemy of positive social change is cynicism about what can be changed.
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August 18, 2025 at 12:12 AM
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A healthy economy depends on care.
When caregivers are paid and valued, families can work, businesses can hire, and communities can thrive.
@lenorepalladino.bsky.social joined @msmagazine.com to discuss what it means to truly invest in care: msmagazine.com/2025/08/12/c...
When caregivers are paid and valued, families can work, businesses can hire, and communities can thrive.
@lenorepalladino.bsky.social joined @msmagazine.com to discuss what it means to truly invest in care: msmagazine.com/2025/08/12/c...
August 13, 2025 at 6:15 PM
A healthy economy depends on care.
When caregivers are paid and valued, families can work, businesses can hire, and communities can thrive.
@lenorepalladino.bsky.social joined @msmagazine.com to discuss what it means to truly invest in care: msmagazine.com/2025/08/12/c...
When caregivers are paid and valued, families can work, businesses can hire, and communities can thrive.
@lenorepalladino.bsky.social joined @msmagazine.com to discuss what it means to truly invest in care: msmagazine.com/2025/08/12/c...
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All social workers know about @988lifeline.bsky.social. But how do you find helplines around the world? I've had this resource on the Social Work Podcast website for years. Use this direct link to use and share. Check it out #SocialWork:
findahelpline.com/i/swpodcast
findahelpline.com/i/swpodcast
Find A Helpline | Free emotional support in 130+ countries
A message from Jonathan: You got this. This tool is here so that you can find the help you and your clients deserve. You’re moments away from connecting with wonderful, skilled, and compassionate peop...
findahelpline.com
August 1, 2025 at 9:38 PM
All social workers know about @988lifeline.bsky.social. But how do you find helplines around the world? I've had this resource on the Social Work Podcast website for years. Use this direct link to use and share. Check it out #SocialWork:
findahelpline.com/i/swpodcast
findahelpline.com/i/swpodcast
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Surviving Survival Mode
A social worker reveals four hidden signs and offers remedies for
people who are living and working in a state of chronic stress.
www.helpstartshere.org/surviving-su...
#ChronicStress #BurnoutRecovery #MentalHealth #NASW #SocialWorkers #MentalHealthSupport #HelpStartsHere
A social worker reveals four hidden signs and offers remedies for
people who are living and working in a state of chronic stress.
www.helpstartshere.org/surviving-su...
#ChronicStress #BurnoutRecovery #MentalHealth #NASW #SocialWorkers #MentalHealthSupport #HelpStartsHere
July 18, 2025 at 12:37 AM
Surviving Survival Mode
A social worker reveals four hidden signs and offers remedies for
people who are living and working in a state of chronic stress.
www.helpstartshere.org/surviving-su...
#ChronicStress #BurnoutRecovery #MentalHealth #NASW #SocialWorkers #MentalHealthSupport #HelpStartsHere
A social worker reveals four hidden signs and offers remedies for
people who are living and working in a state of chronic stress.
www.helpstartshere.org/surviving-su...
#ChronicStress #BurnoutRecovery #MentalHealth #NASW #SocialWorkers #MentalHealthSupport #HelpStartsHere
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Everyone deserves to feel connected.
With access to care, understanding, and welcoming spaces, people living with serious mental illness can fully take part in community life.
theconversation.com/philadelphia...
#mentalhealth 🩺
With access to care, understanding, and welcoming spaces, people living with serious mental illness can fully take part in community life.
theconversation.com/philadelphia...
#mentalhealth 🩺
Philadelphians with mental illness want to work, pray, date and socialize just like everyone else – here’s how creating more inclusive communities is good for public health
Creating inclusive communities means not just offering services to people with serious mental illness, but changing negative beliefs and behaviors toward them.
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July 4, 2025 at 2:30 AM
Everyone deserves to feel connected.
With access to care, understanding, and welcoming spaces, people living with serious mental illness can fully take part in community life.
theconversation.com/philadelphia...
#mentalhealth 🩺
With access to care, understanding, and welcoming spaces, people living with serious mental illness can fully take part in community life.
theconversation.com/philadelphia...
#mentalhealth 🩺
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Early detection may help slow progression of cognitive decline & improve quality of life for #dementia patients & their carers. Learn about two UCSF-led programs that are providing tools to support cognitive assessment & dementia care & awareness: ucsfh.org/40o7MIS #ENDALZ
June 30, 2025 at 6:20 PM
Early detection may help slow progression of cognitive decline & improve quality of life for #dementia patients & their carers. Learn about two UCSF-led programs that are providing tools to support cognitive assessment & dementia care & awareness: ucsfh.org/40o7MIS #ENDALZ
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1) Law is a powerful social determinant of health
2) Reminder that the primary sovereign w/ authority to regulate for public health are states, less so the federal gov
Federalism -- both a sword and a shield and public health can be on either side of either one. #PHLaw h/t @aetiology.bsky.social
2) Reminder that the primary sovereign w/ authority to regulate for public health are states, less so the federal gov
Federalism -- both a sword and a shield and public health can be on either side of either one. #PHLaw h/t @aetiology.bsky.social
Colorado lawmakers, anticipating vaccine skepticism at the federal level, insulated the state from policies that are inconsistent with scientific evidence. "I’m glad that Colorado took these proactive steps to safeguard evidence-based vaccine recommendations," said Dr. David Higgins.
RFK Jr. replaced all 17 experts on the federal Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices with some new members who are seen as vaccine skeptics. But a new state law is meant to insulate Colorado from vaccine policies that are inconsistent with scientific evidence.
By @brumerdelilah.bsky.social
By @brumerdelilah.bsky.social
June 30, 2025 at 10:11 PM
1) Law is a powerful social determinant of health
2) Reminder that the primary sovereign w/ authority to regulate for public health are states, less so the federal gov
Federalism -- both a sword and a shield and public health can be on either side of either one. #PHLaw h/t @aetiology.bsky.social
2) Reminder that the primary sovereign w/ authority to regulate for public health are states, less so the federal gov
Federalism -- both a sword and a shield and public health can be on either side of either one. #PHLaw h/t @aetiology.bsky.social
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"If a state can't fully pay, they would have to cut many low-income families off #SNAP or end their program altogether." -
@katiebergh.bsky.social
It can't be said enough: Senate Republican leaders' cost-shift plan would cause deep harm. cbpp.org/research/foo...
@katiebergh.bsky.social
It can't be said enough: Senate Republican leaders' cost-shift plan would cause deep harm. cbpp.org/research/foo...
July 1, 2025 at 1:56 AM
"If a state can't fully pay, they would have to cut many low-income families off #SNAP or end their program altogether." -
@katiebergh.bsky.social
It can't be said enough: Senate Republican leaders' cost-shift plan would cause deep harm. cbpp.org/research/foo...
@katiebergh.bsky.social
It can't be said enough: Senate Republican leaders' cost-shift plan would cause deep harm. cbpp.org/research/foo...
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Social Workers Prescribe a Dose of Laughter
Harlem comedy showcase is a safe space for up-and-coming performers who are trying to figure things out -- including social workers who are also comedians.
www.socialworkblog.org/members/2025... #NASW #NASW2025
Harlem comedy showcase is a safe space for up-and-coming performers who are trying to figure things out -- including social workers who are also comedians.
www.socialworkblog.org/members/2025... #NASW #NASW2025
June 17, 2025 at 12:35 AM
Social Workers Prescribe a Dose of Laughter
Harlem comedy showcase is a safe space for up-and-coming performers who are trying to figure things out -- including social workers who are also comedians.
www.socialworkblog.org/members/2025... #NASW #NASW2025
Harlem comedy showcase is a safe space for up-and-coming performers who are trying to figure things out -- including social workers who are also comedians.
www.socialworkblog.org/members/2025... #NASW #NASW2025
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Those cheering for war aren’t the ones who will be sent to fight in it. Remember that.
June 17, 2025 at 3:14 AM
Those cheering for war aren’t the ones who will be sent to fight in it. Remember that.
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Learning to Embrace Your Emotional Vulnerability buff.ly/bYc02NK
#Vulnerability #Emotions #Awareness #Fear #Relationships #Authenticity #Strengths #Mentalhealth #SelfHelp #Psychotherapy #Therapy #NewYorkCity #TherapistSky
#Vulnerability #Emotions #Awareness #Fear #Relationships #Authenticity #Strengths #Mentalhealth #SelfHelp #Psychotherapy #Therapy #NewYorkCity #TherapistSky
Learning to Embrace Your Emotional Vulnerability
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Learning to Embrace Your Emotional Vulnerability buff.ly/bYc02NK
#Vulnerability #Emotions #Awareness #Fear #Relationships #Authenticity #Strengths #Mentalhealth #SelfHelp #Psychotherapy #Therapy #NewYorkCity #TherapistSky
#Vulnerability #Emotions #Awareness #Fear #Relationships #Authenticity #Strengths #Mentalhealth #SelfHelp #Psychotherapy #Therapy #NewYorkCity #TherapistSky
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Don’t lead your intro with “I’m a new therapist.” Just say you’re a therapist and let your client discover you’re amazing on their own.
#therapistsky #therapistsconnect #blueskytherapists #therapists
#therapistsky #therapistsconnect #blueskytherapists #therapists
June 5, 2025 at 8:03 PM
Don’t lead your intro with “I’m a new therapist.” Just say you’re a therapist and let your client discover you’re amazing on their own.
#therapistsky #therapistsconnect #blueskytherapists #therapists
#therapistsky #therapistsconnect #blueskytherapists #therapists
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For the people pleaser in all of us, learning when to say no can be tough to navigate. Here are a few suggestions to start. Feel free to add more. It will help someone.
#TherapistSky
#TherapistSky
May 29, 2025 at 9:11 PM
For the people pleaser in all of us, learning when to say no can be tough to navigate. Here are a few suggestions to start. Feel free to add more. It will help someone.
#TherapistSky
#TherapistSky