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Good Neighbor Homeless Shelter Receives 2023 Best of Cartersville Award

CARTERSVILLE October 4, 2023 -- Good Neighbor Homeless Shelter has been selected for the 2023 Best of Cartersville Award in the Homeless Shelter category by the Cartersville Award Program.

Each year, the Cartersville Award Program identifies companies that we believe have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local community and business category. These are local companies that enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and our community. These exceptional companies help make the Cartersville area a great place to live, work and play.

Various sources of information were gathered and analyzed to choose the winners in each category. The 2023 Cartersville Award Program focuses on quality, not quantity. Winners are determined based on the information gathered both internally by the Cartersville Award Program and data provided by third parties.

About Cartersville Award Program

The Cartersville Award Program is an annual awards program honoring the achievements and accomplishments of local businesses throughout the Cartersville area. Recognition is given to those companies that have shown the ability to use their best practices and implemented programs to generate competitive advantages and long-term value.

The Cartersville Award Program was established to recognize the best of local businesses in our community. Our organization works exclusively with local business owners, trade groups, professional associations and other business advertising and marketing groups. Our mission is to recognize the small business community's contributions to the U.S. economy.

SOURCE: Cartersville Award Program

CONTACT:
Cartersville Award Program
Email: PublicRelations@cities-recognition.com
URL: http://www.cities-recognition.com

5 Tips for Staying Resilient Through Tough Times

If there’s one thing for certain, it’s that life likes to occasionally throw us lemons. (It’s also like a box of chocolate, depending on who you ask.)

Luckily, we all possess an inner strength called resilience—the ability to bend without breaking—that guides us through rough waters and to the other shore. Let’s talk about five strategies to keep your resilience sharp, so you’re ready to handle any obstacle life throws your way. (You may even get a little lemonade out of the deal.)

  1. Embrace a positive mindset.
    Resilience is about mindset. When life throws a curveball in the form of a situation we can’t fully control, we can always control the attitude we choose to adopt. When the going gets tough, it's easy to dwell on the negatives; but choosing to focus on optimism can actually help us deal with stress. How? By giving us a way to see our problems in a new light and a way to keep control. The next time you face a stressful challenge, try using positive affirmations (think, “I can do this”). Practice looking for a silver lining, as well as being grateful for the things you have. Remember, when you control your mindset, your problems can’t control you.
     
  2. Make self-care a priority.
    Self-care is more than the occasional spa day (who’s got time for that anyway!?). It's about taking care of your whole self—mind, body and all. For example, eating a balanced diet gives your body the nutrients it needs to work at its best. Regular exercise is a stress-fighter that lifts your mood and energy levels, while enough sleep lets your body and mind recharge from daily stress. Plus, making time for relaxation and activities you love can greatly lift your mood and lower stress, making you ready to confront any challenge that comes your way.
     
  3. Build a strong support network.
    Being resilient doesn't mean going it alone. Creating a strong support network is key. This network could be made up of friends, family, professional counselors—even peers and coworkers can be a good ear to turn to. Your social support network will be there to listen, offer advice or even just vent when you need to express sadness or frustration. Don't be shy to ask for help when the going gets tough. It's a sign of strength to know when you need a helping hand.
     
  4. Learn effective ways to cope.
    Coping skills help you handle stress and bounce back from hard times. These skills can be as simple as deep breathing exercises that calm your mind or techniques like mindfulness that help you shift negative thought patterns. Other helpful coping strategies might include journaling, which lets you express your feelings and thoughts, exercise and hobbies that distract you from stress and bring you joy. Just remember, there are both positive and negative coping behaviors. Use your judgment to decide which is which. A trained counselor is a great resource to help you find healthy coping strategies that will work in almost any situation. But even a trusted friend or family member may have some good advice.  
     
  5. Set realistic goals.
    Setting achievable goals gives you a sense of purpose and direction. These goals can be about your career, personal growth or even daily tasks. Having clear targets gives you something to strive for, keeping you motivated even when things get hard. But it's important to break down big goals into smaller, manageable steps to make the journey less overwhelming and more doable.

Resilience is about facing difficulties and bouncing back—often stronger than ever. To keep your resilience sharp, practice keeping a positive mindset, taking care of your physical and mental health, asking for help when needed, learning effective ways to cope and setting realistic goals. By using these strategies, you’ll be ready to make lemonade out of any lemon life throws your way. 
 

Our Impact This Year

  • People Helped

    2,274

  • Volunteer Hours

    5,552

  • Dollars Raised

    $1,020,948

  • Community Impact

    $247,163

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