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Tips for Staying Centered in Recovery

Recovery involves a daily commitment to making healthy choices. Follow these four tips to assist you in staying centered during your recovery.

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Fresh Starts Ahead: Discover the M4LN for Your Next Chapter

Whether you’re just beginning this journey or have already made the move, the M4LN is here to help you grow your professional connections.

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Strong Families Make Strong Marines

Balance between family and work is possible through different seasons of family and military life.

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Be Water Competent

What is Water Competence? The American Red Cross states that water competence means having the knowledge to improve the safety of yourself, family, and friends. You have the knowledge to avoid common aquatic dangers and have fundamental skills to help prevent and respond to drowning.

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Prevention Starts with You

The Marine Corps is strengthening its efforts to prevent harmful behaviors across the board – including Marines, families, civilian staff, and the community.

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Sponsorship Eases PCS Moves

The Marine Corps Sponsorship Program is here to make your Permanent Change of Station (PCS) easier than ever!

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Know Your Transitioning Options

Discover what transitioning options are available to you based on your MOS.

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How Tobacco Use Affects Performance and Health

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Balancing Ballin' and Being a Kid

Dive into the world of sports specialization and see what it means for young athletes.

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Spouse Relicensing Reimbursement Program Expands

The expansion of the Spouse Relicensing Reimbursement Program now allows military spouses to recover up to $1,000 in business-related costs incurred due to relocations.

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Community Counseling Program PSA

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New Resource Helps Military Families Thrive

Explore the Thrive Initiative and discover online resources designed to support your family's growth, well-being, and success.

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Heart Health Through Mindfulness

February is American Heart Month <3

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Single Marine Program: A Beacon for Marine Connectivity

The Single Marine Program (SMP) enhances the Marine experience with comprehensive recreational expertise through individual and group activities targeting active-duty Marines through its core values of Recreation, Quality of Life, and Community Involvement. 

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Facing Changes? Tackle Them Like a Champ!

Five tips to assist in tackling change like a champ.

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Read Beyond the Beaten Path

This summer, we encourage readers of all ages to Read Beyond the Beaten Path. Join us for “Summer Camp at the Library”, listen to adventure stories, explore the outdoors, learn some survival skills, make some nature crafts and you may see some special animal and reptile visitors. 

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Protect Yourself - Protect the Marine Corps

Through education, leadership, and support systems, MCCS empowers Marines to intervene, report, and seek help when needed, protecting against harmful behaviors.

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Talking to Teens About Hot Topics

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I Thought Vaping Was Healthier

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Family Member Employment Assistance Program Supports Marine Families

The Family Member Employment Assistance Program empowers Marine spouses and family members on their career path

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Mythbusters: Chaplains

Chaplains play a vital role in supporting Marines and their families.

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11 Reasons to Do AMP-IT Right Now

You’ve heard about High Intensity Tactical Training (HITT), but what about Aquatics Maximum Power Intensity Training (AMP-IT)? AMP-IT is a water-based workout suitable for all fitness levels. AMP-IT isn’t like the water aerobics classes you’ve seen before. It’s a high intensity fitness class that will increase muscle endurance, improve cardiovascular-respiratory function, and aid in injury rehabilitation.

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Tips on Going Back to School as a Military Spouse?

Spouse resources to meet your educational goals.

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Low-risk Drinking During the Holiday Season

Helpful tips to ensure low-risk drinking throughout the holiday season.

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Benefits of Having Your Child at a Child Development Center

Benefits of enrolling your child at a Child Development Center.

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New Parent Support Program (PSA)

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Domestic Abuse is Never OK

Everyone should take a stand to stop domestic violence and keep our communities safe.

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Marine Corps Seeking Applications for the 2023 Male and Female Athletes of the Year

Marine Corps seeks applications for the 2023 Male and Female Athlete of the Year Award.

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Talk To Your Teens About Dating Relationships

Five tips for talking to your teen about dating relationships.

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Summer Hydration Fitness

Tips and tricks to avoid risks of dehydration and heat damage during the summer season.

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USMC Prevention in Action Newsletter

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Marine Corps Family Team Buildings Hosts Basic Stress Management Workshop

Join Marine Corps Family Team Building for their Basic Stress Management Workshop and learn what stress is and how to manage it.

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Ten Reasons to Pursue a Career in Childcare

Discover 10 reasons to pursue a career in childcare.

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EFMP Helps Families Set Goals to Ensure Successful Life Changes

The Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) is designed to support families with special needs throughout any life change: deployment, PCS, new diagnosis, retirement, permanent dependency planning and more.

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Resources to Support Emotional Health

Resources are available to Marines and their families to help them navigate life’s challenges, build skills, and develop coping strategies.

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Build Your Spiritual Fitness by Exploring the Great Outdoors

Mindfully spending time in nature has been shown to strengthen spiritual fitness, help fight depression, lower anxiety, and boost your immune system and overall well-being.

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Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps Discusses Resiliency, Trauma, and Stress

19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black, offers his perspective about resiliency and post-traumatic stress for PTSD Awareness Month. The Marine Corps continues to raise awareness and offer unwavering support to those impacted by PTS. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Santicia Ambriez-Stippey)

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Marine Reflects on COOL Opportunity

Credentialing Opportunities On-Line (COOL) helps Marines find information on certifications and licenses related to their military occupation and civilian careers.

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Make The Time

September is Suicide Prevention Month. Our Marines are our most important asset! If you notice a fellow Marine struggling, guide them to where they can access the support they need. Ensuring the mental welfare of every Marine is essential to mission readiness.

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USMC Men’s and Women’s Golf Teams Finish Second and Third, Respectively, in the 2023 Armed Forces Golf Championship

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Marine Corps Online Suicide Prevention Resource

Check out the Marine Corps’ Interactive Suicide Prevention and Mental Fitness Resource.

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Leadership Scholar Program Assists Marine Corporal

The Leadership Scholar Program (LSP) provides academically and professionally qualified Marines with assistance in academic preparation and the application process for highly selective colleges and universities.

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Get Beyond “Fine” Talking to Your Kids

Discover tips on how to engage your children in ways that go beyond surface-level responses and foster real connection.

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Teaching Young Children About Boundaries

Empowering children with an understanding of consent starts early. It helps them build healthy relationships, respect boundaries, and develop confidence in their choices.

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Building Healthy Relationships

Think of a healthy relationship you have, or have had in the past, regardless of the type of relationship, or maybe people who have a healthy relationship that you admire. What made you think of that relationship? What do you think makes it healthy?

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Back to School on a Budget

Tips to go back to school on a budget.

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Volunteer for Growth

Learn more about the amazing benefits volunteering and helping others has in developing valuable skills.

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What's Next? Find Your After-Service Occupation Online

Profile Tool Generates After Service Occupational Interest List Infographic

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Check on Friends, Like You Check Social Media

With the hectic pace of modern life, social media can be an effective way to check in on our “friends” who may be struggling.

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Ricky and Villiana Jean-Francois - Suicide Prevention

10 Year NFL Veteran Ricky Jean-Francois joined forces with his sister, MAJ Villiana Jean-Francois to shed light on suicide awareness and connectedness. Remember to Be There for yourself, Be There for one another…Be There Marine!