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She first encountered the [Traumatic Stress Institute](https://www.traumaticstressinstitute.org/) and RC as an employee at an RC client agency. Here is Jodie's story, in her own words: [Read More](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/from-learner-to-leader-a-risking-connection-faculty-trainers-journey) [![](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/hubfs/Loretta%20Ross%20blog.png)](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/tsi-staff-retreat) ## [TSI Staff Retreat Learning Session: Loretta J. Ross on Creating a "Calling In" Culture](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/tsi-staff-retreat) March 5, 2026 by [Christine Greene](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/author/christine-greene) posted in [Whole-System Change](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/topic/whole-system-change), [Mindfulness](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/topic/mindfulness) [0 Comments](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/tsi-staff-retreat#comments-listing) The [Traumatic Stress Institute](https://www.traumaticstressinstitute.org/about-2/staff/) gathers twice a year for staff retreat. The retreats last a few days and give us the space to step back from daily demands and reconnect as a team. These retreats are a time to reflect on what we’ve accomplished, clarify our direction, and explore new ideas that will shape our work moving forward. Our most recent retreat was online in January (see picture) and included a phenomenal learning session co-led by Tanji L. Donald, M.Ed., Program Coordinator, and Samm Winebrenner, Operations Coordinator.  [Read More](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/tsi-staff-retreat) [![](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/hubfs/transform%20stress%20book%20cover%20v2.png)](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/transforming-stress-crisis-and-trauma-through-creativity) ## [Transform Stress, Crisis, and Trauma through Creativity](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/transforming-stress-crisis-and-trauma-through-creativity) November 18, 2024 by [Anita B. Rankin, MA, ATR, CPT, and Mary Michola Fibich, MA, ATR](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/author/anita-b-rankin-ma-atr-cpt-and-mary-michola-fibich-ma-atr) posted in [Insider](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/topic/insider), [Mindfulness](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/topic/mindfulness) [2 Comments](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/transforming-stress-crisis-and-trauma-through-creativity#comments-listing) We are thrilled to announce that our new workbook, *Transform Stress, Crisis and Trauma through Creativity: An Art Therapy and Writing Workbook to Activate Wellness Strategies,* is being published by the Traumatic Stress Institute/Sidran Press. [Read More](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/transforming-stress-crisis-and-trauma-through-creativity) [![](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/hubfs/YellowMug_182233303-3.jpeg)](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/mindful-listening-for-rc-treaters) ## [Mindful Listening for RC Treaters](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/mindful-listening-for-rc-treaters) June 7, 2022 by [John Engel, MA](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/author/john-engel-ma) posted in [Mindfulness](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/topic/mindfulness) [0 Comments](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/mindful-listening-for-rc-treaters#comments-listing) # **Monthly RC Mindfulness: Come Fill Your Cup – June 2022** This month, RC Trainers, Champions and staff participated in mindful listening practices. This blog offers a brief summary of the session and resources to support your own practice.  This practice may also be a good introduction to mindfulness practices for those who've not yet tried it. [Read More](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/mindful-listening-for-rc-treaters) [![](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/hubfs/YellowMug_182233303-3.jpeg)](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/embodiment-practice-to-promote-feelings-awareness) ## [Embodiment Practice to Promote Feelings Awareness](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/embodiment-practice-to-promote-feelings-awareness) May 13, 2022 by [John Engel, MA](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/author/john-engel-ma) posted in [Mindfulness](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/topic/mindfulness) [0 Comments](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/embodiment-practice-to-promote-feelings-awareness#comments-listing) **Monthly RC Mindfulness: Come Fill Your Cup – May 2022** RC Trainers, Champions and staff from Ohio, Connecticut, Massachusetts and beyond, joined us for our May RC Monthly Mindfulness session, including 9 new staff participating in a New Employee Orientation session at TSI’s home agency, Klingberg Family Centers. A recording of each session is available to registrants. This blog offers a brief summary of the session and resources to support your own practice. [Read More](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/embodiment-practice-to-promote-feelings-awareness) [![](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/hubfs/YellowMug_182233303-3.jpeg)](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/30-day-mindfulness-challenge-gratitude-meditation) ## [30-Day Mindfulness Challenge – Gratitude Meditation](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/30-day-mindfulness-challenge-gratitude-meditation) February 11, 2022 by [John Engel, MA](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/author/john-engel-ma) posted in [Mindfulness](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/topic/mindfulness) [0 Comments](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/30-day-mindfulness-challenge-gratitude-meditation#comments-listing) The [30-Day Mindfulness Challenge](https://www.traumaticstressinstitute.org/rc-mindfulness-challenge/?__hstc=122918548.c86252de393b2179c42e458bc83305b1.1621452344409.1643918047256.1644002877948.37&__hssc=122918548.6.1644432384083&__hsfp=2773221992) officially ended Wednesday, February 9. During the (optional) weekly Challenge Zoom session we engaged in a guided gratitude practice, and shared reflections on the importance of gratitude in our daily lives. This post includes a brief summary of the event and resources to sustain your personal practice. [Read More](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/30-day-mindfulness-challenge-gratitude-meditation) [![](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/hubfs/YellowMug_182233303-3.jpeg)](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/30-day-mindfulness-challenge-body-scan-meditation) ## [30-Day Mindfulness Challenge – Body Scan Meditation](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/30-day-mindfulness-challenge-body-scan-meditation) February 3, 2022 by [John Engel, MA](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/author/john-engel-ma) posted in [Mindfulness](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/topic/mindfulness) [0 Comments](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/30-day-mindfulness-challenge-body-scan-meditation#comments-listing) Week 4 of the [30-Day Mindfulness Challenge](https://www.traumaticstressinstitute.org/rc-mindfulness-challenge/) started Wednesday, February 2. During the (optional) weekly Challenge Zoom sessionwe engaged in a body scan meditation practice. This post includes a brief summary of the event and resources to sustain your personal practice. [Read More](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/30-day-mindfulness-challenge-body-scan-meditation) [![](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/hubfs/YellowMug_182233303-3.jpeg)](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/30-day-mindfulness-challenge-walking-meditation) ## [30-Day Mindfulness Challenge – Walking Meditation](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/30-day-mindfulness-challenge-walking-meditation) January 27, 2022 by [John Engel, MA](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/author/john-engel-ma) posted in [Mindfulness](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/topic/mindfulness) [0 Comments](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/30-day-mindfulness-challenge-walking-meditation#comments-listing) Week 3 of the [30-Day Mindfulness Challenge](https://traumaticstressinstitute.org/rc-mindfulness-challenge/) started Wednesday, January 26. During the (optional) weekly Challenge Zoom sessionwe engaged in a walking meditation practice. This post includes a brief summary of the event and resources to sustain your personal practice. [Read More](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/30-day-mindfulness-challenge-walking-meditation) [![](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/hubfs/YellowMug_182233303-3.jpeg)](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/30-day-mindfulness-challenge-focused-attention-meditation) ## [30-Day Mindfulness Challenge – Focused Attention Meditation](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/30-day-mindfulness-challenge-focused-attention-meditation) January 20, 2022 by [John Engel, MA](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/author/john-engel-ma) posted in [Mindfulness](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/topic/mindfulness) [0 Comments](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/30-day-mindfulness-challenge-focused-attention-meditation#comments-listing) Week 2 of the [30-Day Mindfulness Challenge](https://traumaticstressinstitute.org/rc-mindfulness-challenge/) started Wednesday, January 19. During the (optional) weekly Challenge Zoom sessionwe engaged in a focused attention meditation practice. This post includes a brief summary of the event and resources to sustain your personal practice. [Read More](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/30-day-mindfulness-challenge-focused-attention-meditation) [![](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/hubfs/YellowMug_182233303-3.jpeg)](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/30-day-mindfulness-challenge-compassion-meditation) ## [30-Day Mindfulness Challenge – Compassion Meditation](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/30-day-mindfulness-challenge-compassion-meditation) January 12, 2022 by [John Engel, MA](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/author/john-engel-ma) posted in [Mindfulness](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/topic/mindfulness) [0 Comments](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/30-day-mindfulness-challenge-compassion-meditation#comments-listing) The [30-Day Mindfulness Challenge](https://traumaticstressinstitute.org/rc-mindfulness-challenge/) kicked off on Wednesday, January 12, 12:00-12:30 pm ETwith a compassion meditation practice. This post includes a brief summary of the event and resources to sustain your personal practice. [Read More](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/30-day-mindfulness-challenge-compassion-meditation) [All posts](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/all) [Next](https://blog.traumaticstressinstitute.com/blog/tag/mindfulness/page/2) Copyright 2026 | Traumatic Stress Institute