“A house divided against itself cannot stand…” This idea was expressed by Abraham Lincoln and several others throughout history. Now, more than ever, this notion has relevance. Our modern culture thrives on conflict and separating…
Tips for Successful Conflict Resolutions
Recently, I was asked to lead a short in-service on conflict resolutions. Working in an in-patient facility with adolescent males, you can probably guess conflicts are relatively common. As I looked over my outline, I…
Water Balloon Activities
Where did the summer go? Can you believe it is already almost over? Now is the time to fit in the last of those summer activities while the weather is still warm (at least for…
Therapeutic Wrecks: Recreation Therapy Stories
Let’s face it, as Recreation Therapists, sometimes even our best-planned activities have some surprises. How we handle these unexpected moments means the difference between rewarding experiences or therapeutic wrecks. Let me explain. Years ago, one…
Group Therapy Grounding Exercises
Running Recreation Therapy groups presents challenges regardless of the population. RTs and other activity professionals work hard maintaining a balance when participants’ personalities, skill sets, and agendas clash. Like a tightrope walker, one misstep can…