2008
Smart Marriage Conference Military TOOB Workshop- “Active Military Life & Resiliency Skills“
(90 minutes)
Thursday
Workshops, July 3, 10–11:30am
Workshop # 210
Presented by: Kelly Simpson, MA, Janie Illing, MA
General
Description: Created in collaboration with military
communities, this skills-based program addresses the
challenges of reintegration for singles and couples
and provides resilience building tools.
Purposes of Workshop: To provide highlights of skills and tools
of the Active Military Life Skills and Resiliency curriculum. Additionally, to provide selected skills
and tools (time permitting) during the 90 minutes that
can be used immediately with military personnel.
Specific Detail of What will be Covered
in Workshop #210:
- Ways
to normalize stressors of deployment
- Skills
for deployment-related issues
- Tools
for Transitioning Difficult Emotions in times of war
What will you receive for free at
this workshop: Selected handouts and tools (not the whole curriculum),
published research, and a Demonstration DVD about the
curriculum
About
our Newest Edition: “Active Military Life
and Resiliency Skills”
This program is approved by the U.S.
Army as part of the Strong Bonds program. It
is researched and results are published.
COURSE DESCRIPTION: The training will certify participants
to facilitate the Active Relationships for Military
Personnel and Families™
“Active Military Life and Resiliency Skills” developed to meet
the specific needs of military members and their families. Topics covered include (but are not limited to):
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Normalizing stressors of deployments to alleviate anxiety
in seeking assistance
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Skills for deployment related issues
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Active Communication Techniques
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Mapping Emotional Triggers related to incidents encountered
during deployment or of life traumas for spouse
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Conflict Resolution Methods to minimize anger responses
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Money Personalities—Bridging the Gap between changing
and evolving roles
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Avoiding Financial Power Struggles and learning collaboration
and respect
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Tools for Creating Connections and Strong Bonds even
during separation
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Utilizing, Recognizing and Celebrating Individual Strengths
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Wise Choices for Relationships and for Self Control and
Growth
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Intentional Connections for Lasting Health/Creating traditions
in new places
What’s included when you purchase the “Active
Military Life & Resiliency Skills TOOB”:
Leader guide
Participant workbook
Training video (DVD's) of program lectures
PowerPoint CD
Training assessment to complete for certification
Cost is $549 |
*Participant materials are not
included when you purchase the TOOB and will need
to be purchased separately for each participant.
How to
Purchase the Curriculum and Training Out-of-the-Box
Kit:
By Check or
Credit Card. The check should be made out to Active
Relationships Center.
How to
Order the Curriculum and Training Out-of-the-Box Kit:
Email
at: admin@activerelationships.com
Phone:
214.369.5717
Website: www.activerelationships.com (online
ordering available)
*all
materials can be purchased at the Healthy Marriage Conference
How can attending Workshop #210 benefit
you:
- You
will gain a better understanding of whether the Active
Military Life &
Resiliency Skills is a fit for your community and target
populations.
- You
will gain selected tools from the program to use right
away.
FAQs:
- Am
I required to purchase the TOOB kit if I attend?
No.
- Are
there any hidden cost related to materials provided
as handouts during the workshop?
No.
- Is
it better to purchase the TOOB kit before or after
the workshop?
It
is completely up to you!
- Are
live trainings available for this program as an alternative
to purchasing a TOOB kit?
Yes! Visit our website at: http://www.activerelationships.com/trad_creative_training_page.htm
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Background:
Active Relationships Curricula has been
developed from the author’s first-hand experience
leading marriage education courses since 1997. The Active
Relationships programs are widely utilized in military
settings, in federally funded healthy marriage education
sites and in faith-based arenas.
Janie Illing, MA,
will lead the workshop with the assistance of Kelly
Simpson. Ms. Illing brings several decades of
experience with military families. Her
most previous assignment prior to retirement included
work at USAFE major command supervising family support
command-wide on behalf of military families. Ms.
Illing currently serves as special advisor to the Active
Relationships Center military program development.
Kelly Simpson, MA a
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, is director
of the Active Relationships Center in Dallas, Texas
a 2006 and 2007 federal HMI award recipient. Recent
military work has included trainings for the Army,
National Guard and for Air Force Europe. Simpson also
serves as Executive Director for the Hispanic Active
Relationships Project (H.A.R.P.) and as consultant
for HIAS, a national refugee organization assisting
refugee agencies in establishing healthy marriage communities.
She is nationally recognized for her work with couples
to
promote marriage education ranging from
communication and resolution, to romance and creating
lasting love. A lifetime certified teacher of the deaf,
Simpson has blended the best of the best relationships
skills for marriage education for youth. She has authored
numerous articles and has been featured in national media
including NBC Nightly News, FOX, CBS, Wall Street Journal,
Dallas Business Journal, Dallas Morning News, and Psychology
Today. A frequent lecturer, Simpson has been an author
and faculty member of the State Bar of Texas Advanced
Family Law Seminar. She conducts international professional
trainings for mental health professionals, agencies,
military personnel, clergy and lay leaders as well as
Active Relationships classes for couples and youth.
Train the Trainer Track - (to train
other professionals):
Train the Trainer tracks are available
for qualified applicants. See website or call ARC for
details for becoming a trainer for Active Relationships.
877.724.7789
or
email to contact@ActiveRelationships.com
Evaluation comments from participants
about Active Relationships Military Program:
“Excellent program with practical tools to use
with military families.” Anonymous, Aviano AFB,
October 2007
“This program takes sophisticated research and
creates practical exercises practitioners can use in
a variety of settings with a variety of clients.” Deanna
O Leson, Aviano AFB, October 2007
“This program would significantly
improve military family life and make deployments and
stress easier to handle and endure through.” Earl
M. Guce, RAF Alconbury, February 2006
“This is something every person should go to.
The information that was learned here can apply to the
workplace as well. We had a fantastic time.” Erin
Trueblood, USAF Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, February
2006
“I felt like couples who have been separated
for long periods would benefit from this retreat because
it will help them refocus on the positives of being married.” Holly
Killough, BAMC Retreat, Fort Sam Houston TX, March 2005
“Should make this mandatory for
soldiers.” Shelia Edwards, BAMC New Braunfels TX,
May 2005
“This should be a required course
for redeploying soldiers. It was a very good seminar
and I think helpful for those soldiers to help them cope
with many diverse issues since their deployment.” Gregory
McFadden, BAMC New Braunfels TX, May 2005
“I know this made not only our marriage but our
family stronger!! This was the best and most honest you’ll
find! Real life issues! Real solutions and insight into
common problems.” Anonymous female, Keeping Marriage
During War Seminar Ft. Leavenworth KS, October 2004
“Insight to thought process-patterns in the brain-
our triggers PTSD- our attitude can change- we can identify
things and adapt. Thankful for the handbook to reference.
Great tools and a great learning experience. It forced
us to come clean and be honest with each other on the
first night. We really made significant progress.” Anonymous
female, Keeping Marriage During War Seminar Ft. Leavenworth
KS, October 2004
“Very useful! Given the current instability in
the world and high probability of deployment, this seminar
is invaluable in keeping those solemn marriage vows strong
through the soldiers’ return.” David Raugh,
Keeping Marriage During War Seminar Ft. Leavenworth KS,
October 2004
“Extremely informative and made me aware of my
own behaviors that were not beneficial to my relationship
and what I could do to change.” Brian Moss, Jeju-do
Korea, May 2004
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