In this episode, we dive into the power of Meaningful Moments Cards—a trauma-informed tool designed to help mentors build trust and foster essential life skills in children, especially those in foster care.

🌟 We explore the six core life skill categories these cards focus on:

💙 Emotional Awareness
💪 Self-Regulation
✅ Responsibility
🌱 Independence
⭐ Self-Worth
🤝 Healthy Relationships

Discover how these 54 open-ended conversation cards can spark meaningful dialogue, strengthen mentor-mentee bonds, and create safe spaces for growth and healing. Plus, get practical tips on using the cards effectively in 1:1 mentorship sessions!

💡 Whether you're a mentor, educator, or advocate in the foster care community, this episode is packed with insights to help you make every moment count.

🎧 Listen now and learn how one simple tool can create life-changing connections! 👉 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more trauma-informed mentoring tips! #StableMoments #FosterCare #MentorshipMatters #TraumaInformed #MeaningfulMoments #LifeSkills #YouthMentoring

In this episode, we dive into why your personal healing is the foundation of effective, trauma-informed care. From understanding the ripple effect of your own healing to breaking down barriers that hold you back, this episode will inspire and empower you to do the most important work of all—your own.

✨ What We Cover:

• What is trauma-informed service and why it matters.
• How unresolved personal trauma can impact your ability to serve.
• Why "healed people heal people" is more than just a phrase.
• The benefits of being a healed mentor or caregiver.
• Actionable steps to start your personal healing journey today.

🛠️ Resources for Your Journey: Check out our transformative course, Heal Yourself, Heal the World, designed to help you uncover limiting beliefs, heal past wounds, and show up as the best version of yourself—for you and the people you serve.

👉 Join the course here: https://www.stablemoments.com/heal

📢 Don’t forget to: 👍 Like this video if it resonates with you. 📩 Share it with someone who needs to hear this message. 🔔 Subscribe to our channel for more on trauma-informed care, healing, and service. 💬 What’s your biggest takeaway from this episode? Let us know in the comments!

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#HealYourselfHealTheWorld #TraumaInformedCare #HealedPeopleHealPeople #ServeWithPurpose

Welcome to Stable Moments! In today's video, we're diving into essential life skills for young adults transitioning out of foster care. Our mentorship sessions are designed with trauma-informed, color-coded activities, but we understand the unique needs of youth preparing to enter adulthood.

🌟 What You'll Learn:

Tailored Activities: Discover age-appropriate life skill activities specifically for youth aging out of foster care.

Developing Strengths & Interests: Learn how to help kids identify their unique talents and passions. Career Development: Explore strategies for preparing for job interviews, resume building, and workplace etiquette.

Financial Literacy: Understand the basics of budgeting, saving, and managing money effectively. Whether you're a mentor, caregiver, or advocate, this video is packed with practical tips and insights to support young adults on their journey to independence.

🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay updated with more valuable content from Stable Moments! Share your thoughts in the comments below—what life skills do you think are most important for youth transitioning into adulthood? #LifeSkills #FosterCare #Mentorship #StableMoments #FinancialLiteracy #CareerDevelopment #YouthEmpowerment

Explore the complex reasons behind why children with developmental trauma steal and learn effective strategies to address and support their needs. Check out our trauma-informed mentorship model at www.stablemoments.com

In this episode, I'll be delving into the concepts of Big T and little t trauma in the realm of trauma, especially as they pertain to our work with kids in foster care. Join me as we explore how understanding these distinctions can better equip us as mentors to support these children. We'll start by examining the origins of the Big T and little t terminology and how it has evolved over time. Through personal anecdotes and insights, I'll share how these labels may not accurately capture the full impact of trauma on individuals' lives. As mentors, it's crucial for us to recognize that trauma comes in various forms and sizes, and each child's experience is unique. By understanding the nuances of Big Ts and little ts, we can better empathize with the children we serve and provide more meaningful support. Throughout the episode, I'll share practical tips and strategies for mentors on how to show up for kids who have experienced both Big Ts and little ts. From creating safe spaces for self-expression to validating their experiences, we'll explore actionable ways mentors can make a positive difference in these children's lives. Join me as we navigate this important topic and learn how we can play a vital role in helping children in foster care heal from their past traumas and thrive in the present.

In this episode we dive into Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACES) and their profound impact on human development.

Join as we explore how ACES shape both physical and mental health outcomes throughout an individual's life, particularly in the context of foster care and adoption.

In this episode, we uncover the significance of trauma-informed approaches in addressing complex trauma experienced by children in foster care and adoption systems. We highlight the importance of understanding ACES and the lasting effects they can have on individuals, while also shedding light on how Positive Childhood Experiences (PCES) can serve as a powerful counterforce.

We showcase the pivotal role of mentorship in helping children navigate the challenges posed by ACES and fostering resilience. Don't miss out on this insightful conversation! Hit that play button, like, share, and subscribe to stay tuned for more empowering discussions on foster care, adoption, and building resilience against adversity.

Take your ACES and Resilience test: https://cls.unc.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/3019/2016/08/From-ACESTOOHIGH-ACES-and-Resilience-questions.pdf

Find a local PACES Connection: https://www.pacesconnection.com/pages/geographic-communities

In this episode, we dive into the therapeutic power of mentorship for children with complex trauma. Explore 4 transformative ways mentors can heal trauma by showing up, demonstrating genuine interest, navigating relationships, and being positive role models. Discover the magic of mentorship in fostering resilience and healing for kids in need. 🌟 #ChildMentorship #TraumaHealing #MentorshipMagic 🔗 Don't miss our free webinar at stablemoments.com for more valuable insights. 👩‍💼 As a social worker, I realized the need for more than psychoeducation. Trauma-informed family therapy is fantastic, but some kids are therapied out. Stable Moments provides the active engagement and life skill development they need while healing trauma in essential ways.

🌈 Explore 4 Ways Mentorship is Therapeutic:

1️⃣ Showing Up: Rebuilding trust and integrity by consistently being there for a child who has experienced inconsistency.

2️⃣ Showing Interest: Fostering self-worth and building strengths by exploring a child's interests with curiosity and positivity.

3️⃣ Navigating a Relationship: Overcoming the challenges of relationships, mentors demonstrate enriching, genuine connections.

4️⃣ Being a Role Model: Providing a positive example of a caring, responsible human, shaping a child's aspirations and possibilities.

🌐 Learn more about our model at www.stablemoments.com. Join us in making a difference through mentorship! 🤝 #StableMoments #ChildDevelopment"

In this episode we explore why children with complex trauma lie, and the Fact or Fiction activity we can use to support children who lie as a coping mechanism.