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The way we talk to ourselves about ourselves makes all the difference. Try out learning how to swap negative self-talk for positive and let us know how it makes you feel.

Secretary Kennedy Announces $100 Million Investment in Great American Recovery

OXON HILL, MD — FEBRUARY 2, 2026 — HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. unveiled a $100 million plan focused on homelessness, opioid addiction, and public safety through the STREETS Initiative.

“Addiction begins in isolation and ends in reconnection,” he said at Prevention Day. 🏥

https://www.hhs.gov/press-room/secretary-kennedy-announces-100-million-investment-great-american-recovery.html

Experience quick, respectful, and knowledgeable care with us. Your health, our commitment. 🩺✨

Sometimes, we're in awe of what we and our patients have overcome. 💪

It shows just how strong and capable we truly are!

Give today everything you've got, knowing you'll come out even stronger for tomorrow's challenges. 🌟

Practice regulating your nervous system for more control over your reactions. The more you take care of you, the easier it is to react positively and constructively to whatever kinks show up throughout the day.

**Blooming Hearts Support Group**

Join us for **Blooming Hearts**, a supportive gathering for adults 18+ navigating the loss of a loved one.

This group meets every Tuesday from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM at The Retreat at Quarters Lake, Baton Rouge, LA.

Led by Susan Guillory, LCSW, the sessions begin with the Circle of Light ritual to foster hope and healing.

*Registration is required; attendance is free.*
https://retreatbr.org/pages/support-groups

Our bodies have to rewire after experiencing so much trauma. Calm tends to feel unfamiliar and uncomfortable at first. Trusting you're allowed to have more good days than bad now will take some getting used to. 🌿✨

✨ **Midday Mindfulness & Reflection Drop-In Group** ✨

Join The Retreat for a serene space designed for everyone, regardless of faith or background, to find solace and healing during times of grief.

Led by Chaplain Ali Stafford, each session includes a brief devotional followed by meditation.

🕒 Every Monday & Friday
⏰ 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
🏠 8890 Quarters Lake Rd., Baton Rouge, LA

No registration needed—just drop in!
https://retreatbr.org/pages/support-groups

Now here's food for thought. Even when we recognize the bad behavior doesn't serve us anymore we need to retrain our brain to stop defaulting to it. It takes time and effort BUT what a difference you'll start to see. Let us help you learn how to do this and experience the benefits for yourself.

Unlock your potential with these straightforward tips. Time to take action and make your dreams a reality!

Success stories surround us but we're not good at sharing them like they should be yet. Here's one we came across thanks to Parole Project and wanted to get the good news out there!
https://www.paroleproject.org/success-stories/lisa/