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Family Assault Support Services for women, men, youth, children, & families seeking to live violence free lives. #LoveAmongUs

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Ganohkwasra FASS is an essential service. We are still open and operating even during the pandemic. If you are seeking safety from family violence please call and let us know how we can help you. We're here for you. Stay safe Six Nations. #LoveAmongUs

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Here is one way to help Talk Yourself Through A Trigger:
This exercise can help bring yourself back into the present moment. Say this out loud if you feel comfortable doing so. If not you can say this in your head. Remember to breathe.

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Here are 5 ways to cope with Triggers
(These are just some examples, there are many other ways to cope with triggers and it will be up to each individual to figure out what works best for you.)

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There are Internal and External Triggers
Internal triggers are triggers that come from inside a person. These can be a memory, a physical sensation or an emotion.
External Triggers come from a person's environment. External triggers can be related to a person, place or situation.

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A trigger is anything that sparks a memory of a trauma that you have experienced. When you experience a trigger, some thoughts and memories associated with the trauma come back without warning. It can cause feelings of helplessness, panic, fear, unsafety and being overwhelmed.

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Today is World Suicide Prevention Day
-Suicide is the Second leading cause of death among youth and young adults age 15-34
If you or someone you know is struggling please contact us 24/7 for support at [phone]

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Back to School Tips for an Easier Transition

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Lateral violence is a form of bullying that includes gossip, shaming, blaming others, making snide remards, backstabbing, social exclusion and can include non-verbal innuendo such as raising eyebrows and making faces. #LoveLightsTheWay #LoveAmongUs

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Lateral Violence is when people who are victims of a situation of dominance turn on each other instead of confronting the system that oppresses them. #LoveAmongUs #LoveLightsTheWay

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What is Lateral Violence?
Lateral Violence is displaced violence; that is anger and rage directed towards members within a marginalized or oppressed community rather than towards the oppressors of the community. #LoveLightsTheWay #LoveAmongUs

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Join Ganohkwasra to end violence in our community. Take Back the Night is typically a platform for Sexual Violence. However, we would like to take the opportunity to recognize acts of violence in all forms at this event! Walk & chant with us…more details coming soon!

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Wellness Wednesday - Expressing Anger in a Healthy Way. One way that you can express anger in a healthy way is to write about what is upsetting you and when you are finished rip up the letter and throw it away. #LoveAmongUs #LoveLightsTheWay

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Lets talk about Anger. Anger is a normal emotion that everyone experiences from time to time. The important thing to remember is to express anger in a healthy way. Some healthy ways to express anger are shown in the image. #LoveAmongUs #LoveLightsTheWay

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After school conversation starters, instead of “How was school?” Ask “What was the kindest thing you did today?” #LoveAmongUs #LoveLightsTheWay

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These are some signs of stress. If you are feeling any of these make sure to take some time for yourself. Stay tuned for more information about healthy ways to cope with stress #LoveAmongUs

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So what is stress? Stress affects everyone differently. #LoveAmongUs

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Self-Doubt can play a huge role in mental strength. One way to build mental strength is to overcome the self-doubt and prove yourself wrong. You can do anything that you put your mind to. Self-doubt is common especially in new situations but it is possible to overcome.

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See below for an example of how to balance emotions and logic in a situation. #LoveAmongUs