The commercials are rolling, the panic is setting in, it’s that time of year again — back to school! If you’re like us and have no idea where the summer went, worry not, because registered social worker, Brianna Urquhart, is here to talk about how to keep ourselves okay-ish when the seasons are changing. The two chat: 

Common things people do in this change of season that don’t work 

How to get prepared and start off strong without setting yourself up for failure 

Realistic “self-care” strategies 

Debunking common fears about back to school 

The pressure of doing everything perfectly 

Anti-therapy therapy advice 

How rigidity is never going to benefit you  

Okay-ish moments in their lives 

You can follow Brianna on social media @simply_socialwork and check out simplysocialwork.ca for links to her blog, YouTube, and how to work with her virtually across Ontario, Canada. 

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