<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0"><channel><title>Impactful Networks Blog</title><description>The latest updates from the Impactful Networks Team</description><link>https://www.impactfulnetworks.com</link><language>en-us</language><item><title>The Bus Driver Noticed First</title><link>https://www.impactfulnetworks.com/blog/the-bus-driver-noticed-first</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.impactfulnetworks.com/blog/the-bus-driver-noticed-first</guid><description>Bus drivers and other school staff often notice the first signs of youth mental health struggles. Learn why every adult has a role in early support.</description><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>community-support</category><category>creative-coping-toolkit</category><category>early-intervention</category><category>mental-health-education</category><category>youth-mental-health</category><category>community-mental-health</category><author>Scilla Andreen</author></item><item><title>The Cape is in the Drawer</title><link>https://www.impactfulnetworks.com/blog/the-cape-is-in-the-drawer</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.impactfulnetworks.com/blog/the-cape-is-in-the-drawer</guid><description>You don’t have to fix every problem. Learn how mastering the pause can reduce overfunctioning, strengthen boundaries, and help others step up.</description><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>belonging</category><category>caretaking</category><category>creative-coping-toolkit</category><category>healthy-habits</category><category>mental-health-education</category><category>self-care</category><category>students-and-families</category><author>Scilla Andreen</author></item><item><title>A New Year Doesn&apos;t Mean a Clean Slate</title><link>https://www.impactfulnetworks.com/blog/a-new-year-doesnt-mean-a-clean-slate</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.impactfulnetworks.com/blog/a-new-year-doesnt-mean-a-clean-slate</guid><description>A new year doesn’t erase what students carry with them. Learn how educators can support student mental health with patience, connection and care.</description><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>belonging</category><category>creative-coping-toolkit</category><category>healthy-habits</category><category>mental-health-education</category><category>students-and-families</category><author>Scilla Andreen</author></item><item><title>Summer</title><link>https://www.impactfulnetworks.com/blog/summer</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.impactfulnetworks.com/blog/summer</guid><description>Summer is here and 4th of July this year is about personal agency and indpedence.</description><pubDate>Fri, 13 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>belonging</category><author>Scilla Andreen</author></item><item><title>Impactful’s “Conversation Starters to Build Trust”</title><link>https://www.impactfulnetworks.com/blog/conversation-starters-to-build-trust</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.impactfulnetworks.com/blog/conversation-starters-to-build-trust</guid><description>Use practical conversation starters to build trust with children. A guide</description><pubDate>Sun, 29 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>belonging</category><category>mental-health-education</category><category>students-and-families</category><author>Impactful Networks</author></item><item><title>Note from the CEO of Impactful: Sad News To Report 💔</title><link>https://www.impactfulnetworks.com/blog/note-from-the-ceo-sad-news-to-report</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.impactfulnetworks.com/blog/note-from-the-ceo-sad-news-to-report</guid><description>After losing their son Jesse to suicide, Impactful founder Scilla Andreen shares her grief and renewed commitment to men’s and boys’ mental health.</description><pubDate>Sun, 27 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><author>Impactful Networks</author></item><item><title>The #1 Thing You Can Do to Survive the Election Season and Keep Your Sanity!</title><link>https://www.impactfulnetworks.com/blog/surviving-the-election-season</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.impactfulnetworks.com/blog/surviving-the-election-season</guid><description>Election season can bring stress, conflict, and strong emotions. Discover how a deliberate pause can help you respond thoughtfully and protect your well-being.</description><pubDate>Sat, 05 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>self-care</category><category>healthy-habits</category><category>community-mental-health</category><author>Impactful Networks</author></item></channel></rss>