Critical thinking is an intellectual model for reasoning through issues to reach well-founded conclusions. It may be the single-most valuable skill that one can bring to any job, profession, or life challenge. Being able to ask the right questions, critique an argument, and logically dissect an issue occur constantly in the workplace and our lives. This introductory-level course is designed to help learners define and identify critical thinking and reasoning skills and develop those skills.

To register follow this link: https://catalog.mindedge.com/rsu19/courses/322/introduction-to-critical-thinking?mode=purchase

This course examines how one can become a more creative person. By stimulating creativity through various techniques (mind-mapping, DO-IT, SCAMPER, right and left brain thinking) participants learn to tap into their personal creativity and apply it to organizational challenges.

To register follow this link: https://catalog.mindedge.com/rsu19/courses/323/personal-creativity?mode=purchase

Personal finance is a critical skill for long-term financial success. However, many adults have learned what they know about personal finance as they've progressed through life. What have you missed along the way? No matter what your financial situation is, it is important to understand how to handle your money. This course will familiarize you with the basics of budgeting, including creating and managing a budget, as well as setting financial goals, understanding your credit, tips for saving money, and the basics of investing.

To register use this link: https://catalog.mindedge.com/rsu19/courses/1112/personal-finance?mode=purchase 

Today's professionals are under an increasing amount of pressure to be able to "do it all," which can lead to unhealthy amounts of stress and a decrease in motivation and self-confidence. This course aims to help learners combat those struggles by focusing on the skills that can help them grow in both their professional and personal lives. It looks at the importance of soft skills—such as time management, organization, and communication—in the modern workplace and provides practical tips for creative problem solving, goal setting, stress management, time management, and clear communication. It also considers how adaptability and authenticity can impact personal growth.

Included with your course is a six-month complimentary subscription to Fast Company. Your subscription will start with the current issue. Fast Company publishes 6 issues a year.

To register use this link: https://catalog.mindedge.com/rsu19/courses/1609/personal-growth?mode=purchase

In this 6-week course, you will learn the importance of movement, stress reduction, self-care, healthy nutrition and mindfulness and healthy relationships. This course will be done on Zoom in a lecture format with time at the end for Q & A with journal prompts, handouts, text, phone class or email check ins.

No class on February 20

This 60-minute yoga class will provide sequences that calms the nervous system along with stretching/warming the muscles and preparing the mind to rest. Breathing techniques, short meditation and positive affirmations will end the practice

Is higher education in your family’s future? Join a college savings specialist from the FinanceAuthority of Maine to talk about planning and saving for higher education. Come learn about the aspirational and financial impacts of savings for students of all ages, as well as the program highlights of Maine’s Section 529 plan, a tool many families use to prepare for higher education expenses. Also, take home some tips and tricks for getting a jump-start on the scholarship search while your child is in middle school/ early high school. Join us and get started with saving for your child or grandchild’s higher education.

Call the office to register - 368-3290

This morning class practiced in a chair offers mind and body benefits without having to get up and off the floor or even change into Yoga clothes Enjoy a "pick me up" at home or at your office by using structural techniques to improve your range of motion.