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Kicking DiPG, The Reid Crosby Foundation, Teams up with South Fork Provisions for Fundraiser
Story by Cindy Reid | Photos by Tonya Perry
KICKING DiPG THE REID CROSBY FOUNDATION Teams up with SOUTH FORK PROVISIONS for the “Second Saturday BBQ Smoke-Out” Fundraiser
Sarah Crosby says, “Our foundation was created in honor of our son Reid who died from DiPG, a rare brain cancer. When he was sick people helped us, people we didn’t even know, and establishing our foundation has been an opportunity for us to give back.
“After a diagnosis of DiPG, parents are told to go home and make memories with their child. Between medical bills, missed work, traveling expenses, and many other unforeseen costs, most families are left hopelessly wondering how they will be able to deal with it all.
“That is where we come in. We strive to provide aid to help lessen the burden on these families. Through Kicking DiPG, we make a monetary gift, which families can use however they choose. We were truly fortunate, if I can use that word, but we were fortunate to have the support of our family, friends, and community and we are grateful to be able to help others now.”
Jennifer VanGiller from South Fork Provisions said, “Each month we host our 2nd Saturday Smoke-Out, where people can get hot BBQ plates and support a local non-profit. As a part of the BBQ plate sale, we choose a different foundation to help support, and 10% of our sales go to that non-profit. We use this as an opportunity to shine a light on local charities and give back to our community. For July, we chose Kicking DiPG-The Reid Crosby Foundation to help spread the word to our local community on this wonderful non-profit. “
Sarah, who has been the Speech Therapist at Sand Hill Elementary School for the past five years, will be returning to the school system this year as a Speech Interventionist, rotating through four different schools. She says “We are working hard to stay safe and I look forward to seeing all my students.”
LEARN MORE: www.kickingdipg.org
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How to ACCEPT UNCERTAINTY as we FACE A NEW NORMAL
As humans, we need fear to keep us aware and stay safe. Your entire goal as a human is to survive. Not knowing what may happen next fills us at best with anxiety and at worst, panic. As we all do our best to navigate the current heightened wave of uncertainty, I would like to offer a few ideas on how embracing uncertainty can improve the quality of your life.
First, I want to emphasize that not knowing is a constant state of human existence. We really do not know much of anything for certain. What I am offering is an opportunity to reframe how you experience uncertainty. If it is going to happen anyway, what can we do to make it a more inviting experience?
1. GR ATITUDE. We all have something, most likely many things, for which we can be thankful. Research validates daily gratitude lists can improve your overall quality of life. Make time every day to list at least 5 things for which you can be grateful.
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7. INS TEAD OF “FEARING WHAT IF” FOCUS ON HOW YOU WILL HANDLE THE WORST-CASE SCENARIO. Work out a plan, “If this happens, I will do X,Y,Z.” This works for any fears you have. It gives you time to become aware of what you fear and break it down. This exercise will allow you to regain power and perspective.
CONNECT WITH A HIGHER PURPOSE. Something that is uplifting, music, singing, your faith. Maybe take up a new cause or support your favorite charitable organization. The new normal has created many new opportunities to be of service.
FOCUS ON THE POSITIVE. When you make a mistake, accept that mistakes are inevitable. Be grateful for the opportunity to learn what did not work and keep the parts that did work. We are built to adapt. Seeing the positive will make it less stressful.
REFUEL WITH SELFCARE. Get quality sleep, take a walk, do yoga, get some exercise, go outside whenever possible and connect with nature. healing method of
BREATHE. Breathing is subconscious so happens automatically. Yet we can consciously breathe more deeply. There are many different breathing exercises that can contribute to better sleep, digestion, and overall health. My favorite is conscious breathing exercise. Simply count each exhale as you breath. Only count the exhales and stop at 5. You may continue this for up to 10 minutes. In order to stay focused and aware keep it broken into sets of 5.
C ONNECT WITH FRIENDS AND FAMILY. Being lonely can heighten fears, increase anxiety and depression. Reach out with a phone call, texting does not count, meet them to take a walk, visit habithealingtransformations.com or email
facetime or zoom them. We need each other. Even if it must be 6 feet apart.
www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/mindful-anger/201807/science-provesSharon Hathaway is a Certified Health and Life Coach specializing in weight loss, stress reduction and lifestyle changes. Sharon uses a habit curated information, empowerment and support to inspire her clients to successfully make lasting changes in their lives.
For more information or to schedule an Individual Discover Session or group event, gratitude-is-key-well-being
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