Knowing Where to Turn to in Difficulty | The Power of Social Participation in Eco-Systems of Support

Knowing Where to Turn to in Difficulty | The Power of Social Participation in Eco-Systems of Support There's so much more to the world we live in, than the corner that our lives occupy. Oftentimes, we find ourselves so busy in the routines that we've established, we forget that there are other ways we can spend our time. There are eco-systems of different communities taking place around us each day. Some of them operating within our neighbourhoods, entirely unbeknownst to us. Part of how we uncover some of these programs is through our active participation. Recognizing that being social, often extends beyond recreational, and if we find a niche that enables us, why not? It's often the paradox that we end up serving ourselves, the more we position ourselves to be of service to others. I can say personally, were it not for my own social participation and volunteer efforts, I wouldn't have known certain programs were available -- when I needed them the most. Do you have any questions? Send us an email: [email protected] #violenceprevention #socialparticipation #uoft #universityoftoronto #stalking0:00 - 2:30 - Intro 2:30 - 13:00 The Power of Social Participation 13:00 - Wrap Up *RESOURCES* - The science behind why doing good makes us feel good: https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/the-science-behind-why-doing-good-makes-us-feel-good - Social Participation: https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/medicine-and-dentistry/social-participation - Social Participation in the Elderly: What Does the Literature Tell Us? https://www.researchgate.net/publication/243755795_Social_Participation_in_the_Elderly_What_Does_the_Literature_Tell_Us For all topics related to renewing and rebuilding family, communities and relationships, check out our blogs! We post bi-weekly: https://www.spe-projectpurpose.com/blogs Make sure to come visit us, subscribe to the website, and join our Member's Area for more valuable content: *SOCIALS* Website: www.spe-projectpurpose.com Facebook Page: @ProjectPurposeSPE Instagram: @ProjectPurposeSPE or my personal account @realistrae Twitter: @Purpose_SPE Pinterest: @ProjectPurposeSPE If you'd like to read my research thesis, "ADHD: Is it a Social Construct or does it have a Neurophysiological Basis?" you can find it at the following address: https://rachellerealist.wordpress.com​​. ​I'm more than happy to answer your questions, feel free to send an email to: [email protected] OUR AUTONOMY, SELF-EFFICACY, COMPASSION & SELF-CONCEPT WORKSHOPS ARE AVAILABLE (AGES 4-8, 9-13 & 14-17) BE SURE TO GO TO THE WEBSITE AND MAKE YOUR PURCHASE! Do you like the intro/outro music? Check out the artist on Spotify: Artist Name: Valdii Song Name: I Learn