MADD Teen Influencer
October 2023
Does anyone at your school play in a band? Create your own Red Ribbon Rock Show! You can raise awareness and bring students together all in one fun, celebratory evening. Reach out to local government officials about declaring October 23rd-31st Red Ribbon Week in your community. Simply make a pact with your friends to stay drug free and hold each other accountable. about the importance of staying drug-free.
However you choose to celebrate Red Ribbon Week, I plan on using this week to unplug and reflect on my own personal development and focus on self-care. By taking a break from social media and excessive cell phone use, this is a perfect opportunity to be “Kind to My Mind” by removing outside distractions and concentrating on the things that matter most like spending quality time with family or just simply going for a long walk to unwind. Research
has shown that having strong family relationships are a great source of protection against alcohol and drug abuse among adolescents. Developing healthy family relationships can improve on a parent’s ability to communicate good choices to their children. Whether you decide to throw a big Red Ribbon Week assembly at your school or spend a quiet evening playing a board game with your family, remember to take care of yourself and always, “Be Kind to Your Mind”. Share how you plan to “Be Kind to Your Mind” and celebrate Red Ribbon Week! Tag us
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