Life Education Center PFL

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05/21/2026

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05/20/2026

More Good Days Start With the Words We Speak to Ourselves

This Mental Health Month, we are reminded that a “good day” does not have to mean perfect, productive, or stress-free. Sometimes, a good day simply means getting through the day with kindness toward yourself.

Affirmations can help us refocus on what matters, build resilience, and support emotional well-being. Research shows that positive affirmations may help reduce stress, improve self-esteem, and encourage healthier coping habits.

A few gentle reminders for today:

✨ “I trust my inner wisdom to guide me.”
✨ “My feelings deserve curiosity, not shame.”
✨ “Rest, connection, and stillness matter too.”
✨ “I give myself permission to experience joy today.”
✨ “More good days are possible.”

Mental Health America’s 2026 theme, “More Good Days, Together,” encourages us to support not only ourselves, but one another through compassion, connection, and community.

Take a moment today to pause, breathe, and speak to yourself with the same kindness you would offer someone you love.

05/18/2026

Thank you to all who participated in the Wellness Fest 2026. It turned out to be a beautiful day for the Kankakee Farmers' Market and fest. We look forward to next year!

05/16/2026

More fun at the Wellness Fest. Still two hours left!

05/16/2026

Lots of fun for everyone! Come on out to the Kankakee Farmers' Market for the Wellness Fest today until noon!

05/16/2026

Wellness Fest today until Noon! Come for activities, entertainment and wellness resources for the whole family!

05/15/2026

Still accepting applications!

Want to work with Harold the Giraffe and make a lasting impact on local communities? We're hiring!
We are looking for an Administrative Assistant - Substance Use Prevention Provider (SUPP). This position is great for someone who loves working with kids, has some teaching and administrative assistant experience, and would enjoy a schedule with holiday breaks and summers off.
Job Description here: https://ikan.schoolspring.com/
Visit https://i-kan.org/about/employment-opportunities to apply.

05/14/2026

THIS SATURDAY Come out to the Kankakee Farmers' Market for the I-KAN's Life Education Center's Youth Advisory Council's WELLNESS FEST! Health and Wellness resources, activities and entertainment for the entire family!