After School at the Library!

Looking for a space to get cozy and reflective this winter? We are excited to be partnering with the Jefferson County Library to offer an after-school Mindful Self-Compassion program for teens. This course will help you

• Learn practices to navigate life’s ups and downs with greater ease.

• Cultivate a deeper, more compassionate relationship with yourself.

January 15 - March 19
Wednesdays
2:45-4:45 pm

Helping teens navigate emotional ups and downs with greater ease

Adolescence is a time of growth and self-discovery. But it also can be fraught with insecurity, anxiety, and depression. Mindfulness and self compassion can help teens cope more effectively with life’s challenges.

Through school and community-based programs, The Benji Project helps Jefferson County youth develop lifelong skills for stress management and emotional resilience. Our approach is based on the Mindful Self-Compassion for Teens program, which teaches core principles and practices that help teens respond to the challenges of these critical years with kindness and self-compassion. Backed by research, findings indicate increases in emotional well-being and greater resilience after taking the course.

Grit & Growth: Youth Perspectives on the Pandemic

We wanted to hear from teens in their own inspiring and thought-provoking voices. From that came a six-minute video of Jefferson County teens talking about their mental health during COVID.

Are you or someone you know in need of immediate support?

Please click here to go to our mental health resources listing.