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Archive: March 2020

Learning Digitally

31 March 2020
Categories: happening

So Kudos and good for you…you’ve decided to explore some online training… terrific! This Brain work is # 2 on Psychology Today’s 10 Ways to Improve Your Brain Health.    As you begin to contemplate the requirements, time, and set-up for a great home learning experience, we have put together a few tips an for optimal learning environment.

8 Tips For Studying At Home Effectively:

  1. Try Active Studying. Active studying is as simple as asking questions   before, during, and after study time. 
  2. Get A Good Night’s Sleep
  3.  Study At The Right Time for You 
  4.  Have A Designated Study Area
  5. Eat Properly 
  6. Get Chores Out Of The Way 
  7. Create A Timetable
  8. Use A Timer

Whether you are learning for personal pleasure, wanting to enhance your career, planning a career shift or starting a side hustle, it’s clear… there are many options with varying degrees of difficulty to explore from home. Here are a few to get you started:

  1.  2000 Free Courses from Top Institutions~
    • Berkley, MIT, & Harvard to name a few Here: Edx
  2. UK’s Open Learn with over 900 courses
  3. Over 90 courses in a variety of topics :  GCF Learn Free 
  4.  Khan Academy
  5. Google   has a Digital Garage, grow your business or jump start your career!
  6. Digital Literacy from Microsoft 

With online learning we recommend Cybersafety first! Be sure to have a trusted computer security program working, never give payment options for FREE courses, and be sure to check out the site fully. See if it looks professional, has easy flow, and if you have to, google it and ask for reviews. Remember to be kind to yourself and check in with someone if your struggling to move through this new goal, timing is everything!  

Happy Learning Folks!

Online Learning: QUALITY~TRUSTED~FREE

31 March 2020
Categories: happening

We love sharing quality resources, especially when they are FREE!  Let’s think with the end in mind for a moment…

So folks when this is all over and you reflect on how you spent your time… Wouldn’t you like to say: “Tough times indeed, however I looked for Learning Opportunities.  I mean I had to invest in myself, for me and my career.”   This Pandemic is somewhat out of our control. How you use your time, the choices you make, and your ability to progress professionally while in a difficult time,  is a true sign of  Professionalism, Resiliency and Strength.  

Here are few Courses from Canadian Centre for Occupational Health & Safety to Check out:

  • Canadian Centre For Occupational Health
    • Featured e-Courses:
      ~Mental Health: Awareness FREE! *Updated!*
      ~Mental Health: Health and Wellness Strategies FREE! *Updated!*
      ~Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs): Awareness FREE!
      ~Office Ergonomics FREE!
      ~Pandemic Awareness FREE!
      ~Pandemic Planning FREE

 

 

What we’re Working on.

30 March 2020
Categories: working

Distant but Together… Beating COVID-19


A Message From Us!

Hello Princeton & District,

We are truly in a new time, and it is changing daily. We are working hard to ensure this website can be a trusted source for reliable information and employment supports .  Our physical office might be closed, but we are not OFF the job. Since we are not exempt from what is happening, we will use this website to unite us virtually.  Our commitment to you remains the same, just with some challenges.. Behind the scenes we are searching for job postings, employment resources, FREE online learning sources,  preparing communications, meeting with case managed clients virtually to assist with job search needs, preparing for some virtual workshops (more on that later), and continuing to provide WorkBC services as needed. We are mindful there may be layoffs locally, and that not everyone has a computer. To aid, for as long as possible, we will provide computer access, with limitations and modifications, BY APPOINTMENT ONLY.  Please note that there will be some screening questions to ensure safety.
Call us @ 250-295-4051 or email: reception@princetoncsc.com

Socially Distant Super Hero’s

30 March 2020
Categories: thinking

Power Skills: Self- Care & Wellness

If we could truly enact our super powers to save the world in this Pandemic the evidence is clear; Social Distancing is Top Priority.  Sounds easy right? We are not so certain; after the first week of Netflix, Clorox Deep Cleaning, Hand washing fatigue, home cooking and yet another trivia game from your aunt on Facebook we suspect Social Distancing comes with a psychological fallout. Experts warn prolonged isolation during the pandemic may worsen or trigger mental health problems. Covid-19 universally boils down to Uncertainty, Unpredictability and CHANGE; and we know that Change especially when it’s unsubscribed can mean Stress!

While being Socially Distant Super Hero’s Self Care and Wellness need to be Job #1.  We know Stress can be made worse if we aren’t taking care of ourselves.  Now’s the time to lean on social supports, try to get enough sleep, eat healthy, exercise and engage in enjoyable activities.  Self care can no longer be a destination that we are constantly putting on our To-Do list, in these coming days its a matter of public service that we keep grounded and well!

Our hope is that you can access the tools and resources to self manage many aspects of your health and wellness so that you can continue to work or return to work, sharp and well. With the time to Amp up our mental health, Check out this easy to use and FREE guide from Peak Performance.

I know what your thinking… Self care and staying Calm sounds a little easier than it truly is. That’s why we have these additional resources and are happy to share them with you.  

BC’s Here to Help 

Canadian Mental Health Association 

Calm Blog

Mindful Exercises

 

 

 

 

 

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