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Summer is the Perfect Time to Volunteer

Each installation has a variety of programs that are looking for volunteers throughout the summer months. Decide today to volunteer at your installation while gaining new friends, getting the inside scoop on your installation’s upcoming activities, and providing support to youth programs within your community.

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Unplug and Spend Time Outdoors as a Family

Now is the time to put the electronics aside, choose a trail, and spend time outdoors with your family.

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Access MCCS Courses Virtually on MarineNet

MarineNet offers MCCS courses online, allowing Marines to learn and grow at their own pace, anytime and anywhere.

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New Hiring Authority for Military Spouses

New hiring authority provides guidance to employment preference for spouses who are eligible for positions with the Military Spouse Preference (MSP) covering positions NF-03 or below.

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Play as Burnout Prevention

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Budgeting for Summer Vacation

Ten tips to help you budget for a summer vacation.

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Sleep = Brain Power

Sleep is essential for everyone and it’s part of a healthy lifestyle.

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Reducing Alcohol Consumption to Improve Physical Fitness

Reducing Alcohol Consumption to Improve Physical Fitness

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Social Media, Resilience, and Well-being

In today’s fast-paced digital world, social media can be a powerful tool to support your mental health journey.

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Athletic Competition: Feeding the Competitive Spirit

Five reasons why athletics help feed the competitive spirit.

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Marine Corps Seeks Top Male and Female Athletes

The Marine Corps is looking for its most accomplished male and female athletes of 2024.

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Establishing Realistic Financial Goals

10 things to consider when establishing realistic financial goals.

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Don’t Sleep on Sleep Continuity

Good sleep continuity is key to waking up feeling refreshed and limiting daytime sleepiness.

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Marine Corps Attorneys Assist EFMP-Enrolled Families

Marine Corps attorneys provide essential legal support to families enrolled in the Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP), ensuring they receive the resources and advocacy needed for their unique challenges.

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Social-Emotional Skills and School Readiness

Children need social-emotional skills to thrive both in the classroom and in life. Self-regulation is an important social-emotional skill and is the ability to manage our behaviors, emotions, and thoughts.

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Marine for Life Network Supports Military Spouses

The Marine for Life Network (M4LN) proudly recognizes the important role military spouses play in supporting their loved ones who serve.

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Performance Dietitian at Camp Pendleton Shares Recipes for Success

As a performance dietitian, Selina Martinez uses her knowledge to help Marines and families at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton achieve their fitness goals.

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Building Mental Fitness for Mission Readiness

Mental fitness is just as crucial as physical fitness for Marines, helping build resilience, sharpen decision-making, and strengthen overall mission readiness through training, self-awareness, and continuous learning.

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What to Know About Adaptogens

: Are adaptogens truly helping you tackle stress, anxiety, or fatigue?

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Eight Ways to Ramp Up Your Career

Eight ways to ramp up your career.

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Mission Complete: Honoring Anna Ghionis' 28 Years of Dedication

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Finding Strength After Domestic Abuse

Experiencing domestic abuse can have lifelong implications but you are not alone and help is available.

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How 24/7 Support Lines Make a Difference

Whether looking for specific information or just someone to talk to about a sexual assault, round-the-clock help is just a phone call away.

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Stay Involved and Engaged This School Year

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What is the Blended Retirement System?

The Blended Retirement System—a system that helps you secure your future—whether you're in for the long haul or transitioning out.

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Ready to Be Your Own Boss? Entrepreneurship for Military Spouses

Military spouses often face career disruptions due to relocations and limited job opportunities, but entrepreneurship offers a flexible, portable path forward. With programs like MySECO, Boots to Business, and FMEAP, spouses can access tools, coaching, and funding resources to successfully launch and grow their own businesses.

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Four Reasons to Join the Single Marine Program in 2024

Four Reasons to Join the Single Marine Program in 2024

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No Place for Silence: Our Corps, Our Fight Against Sexual Assault

The Marine Corps is committed to eradicating sexual assault by upholding its core values, supporting survivors through the SAPR program, and fostering a culture of respect, accountability, and unwavering support.

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Are You Moving with Pets This Summer?

Are You Moving with Pets This Summer?

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Recognizing Military Spouse Resiliency and Contributions

May has been designated Military Spouse Appreciation Month.

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Why Marine Corps Total Fitness?

Marine Corps Total Fitness (MCTF) builds upon Total Force Fitness (TFF), with an emphasis on supporting and nurturing warfighter readiness, lethality, and resilience—the top priorities of the Marine Corps.

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Nature Boosts Wellness for Marines and Their Families

From reducing stress to enhancing resilience, connecting with the outdoors can provide restorative benefits that support overall health and readiness for Marines and their families.

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Camp Pendleton’s Athletic Director Believes Everyone Can Benefit from Sports

Meet Clint Miller! Semper Fit’s Athletic Director, aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton.

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WARR: Building Strength That Lasts

WARR helps Marines and their families build total fitness—mind, body, and spirit—by combining proven performance strategies with everyday habits that strengthen resilience, connection, and purpose.

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Networking Strategies for Employment-Seeking Veterans and Military Spouses

The Marine For Life Network is powerful for those transitioning service members and spouses seeking employment.

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U.S. Navy Chief Petty Officer Steven Reilly Recognized as Suicide Prevention Program Coordinator of the Year

U.S. Navy Chief Petty Officer Steven Reilly, 2nd Marine Logistics Group (2d MLG) recognized as Suicide Prevention Program Coordinator of the Year.

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Camp Lejeune’s School Liaison Officer Loves Serving Marine Parents and Students

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Part-time Work for Young Adults: Yay or Nay?

Evaluating the benefits versus risks for part-time work for young adults.

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Experience and Empathy Ensures Superior Service to Families of the Fallen

Providing care, service, and support during the hardest moments for our military families.

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Long Term Assistance Program Newsletter – November 2024

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Strengthen Your Bond by Setting Relationship Goals

Five steps for creating relationship goals.

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Learn How to Prevent, Intervene, and Address Bullying

October is National Bullying Prevention Month – learn how to prevent, intervene, and address bullying.

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"Dripping" –A New Version of Vaping Among Teenagers

New ways to use tobacco are found just as quickly as new products hit the market; so if you haven’t heard of “Dripping,” you’re not alone.

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2024 MCRD PI Turkey Trot

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2024 Food and Hospitality Excellence Award Winners!

For the second consecutive year, Java on MCRD Parris Island and the Bowling Alley Snack Bar at MCAS Beaufort have been honored with the prestigious 2024 Food and Hospitality (F&H) Excellence Award.

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Reset, Relax, and Recharge by Practicing Mindfulness

Mindfulness is a skill. Like any skill, the more you practice, the better you will be.

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Marine Corps Child Care

Many military families with young children require some form of childcare. Unfortunately, the cost of child care is prohibitive for many families. Last month, in a memo titled "Taking Care of Our Service Members and Families," Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III, outlined a series of policy changes to help military service members and their families.

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Embracing Change the Healthy Way

Adapting to change is part of military life, and by prioritizing mental health, managing stress, leaning on support networks, and using available resources, Marines can navigate transitions in healthier, more resilient ways.

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When Should You Sign Your Child Up for Swim Lessons?

Discover the perfect time to enroll your child in swim lessons, while also keeping their maturity, developmental abilities, and comfort level of water in mind.