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May is

Age joyfully! Consider your passions and interests and pursue something that brings you happiness and fulfillment. Remember that mental health support is available to you if you need it.

Visit samhsa.gov/resources-serving-older-adults to learn more.

May is , a time to focus on reducing the stigma that surrounds mental illness, promoting the resources that are available, and reminding anyone struggling with a mental illness that they are not alone. Drop a "💚" in the comments to show your support during Mental Health Awareness Month.

Our words matter. Choose wisely and know that children carry our words with them throughout their life.

90% of the time, love is a verb inside of a marriage relationship.
Saying I love you is nice and feels good, but showing up, in good times and in bad times, doing the hard work, having the uncomfortable conversations, initiating date nights, helping with the chores…that is love in action!

Depression is a disorder of the brain that's more than just "feeling blue" for a few days.

Help raise awareness about depression, learn the different types of depression, signs and symptoms, treatment options, and how to find help. samhsa.gov/mental-health/depression

Here are three encouraging reminders that we can rely on as children of God. 🤍

Thank you The Therapist Parent for this beautiful reminder.

Without connection, we have to rely on force. We fall back on threats, bribes and harsh punishments. But force usually causes damage. If you want to have influence, connection is the key.

As we approach the holiday season, here are some ways you can take care of yourself and put the “me” back in merry!

The holiday season is the perfect storm for meltdowns and tantrums. This can be SO frustrating for parents when they are simply trying to create happy memories for their children,
WHY???

(1) A child’s brain is more easily overwhelmed by sensory input (due to an underdeveloped hippocamus and thalmus)

(2) They lack the emotional awareness adults do. Children who can’t identify their emotions or their needs may get easily overwhelmed.

(3) No coping skills: It’s hard to manage your emotions if you don’t have the skills.These take time to learn and master

(4) Unrealistic expectations: there may be pressure to get dressed up, take perfect family pictures, and be in a good mood for meals and events when that may not be how they are feeling inside

Talking with kids about their mental health can be challenging at times. To help, NAMI offers Meet Little Monster, a free mental health coloring & activity book to help children express & explore their feelings in a fun & creative way. Thanks to for bringing this book to life! Also available in Spanish. Download at nami.org/meetlittlemonster.

If you’re feeling stressed this 🦃 week and looking for support, 24/7 free and confidential help is available. samhsa.gov/find-help

The next time you are sitting next to your partner and are tempted to look at your phone, turn towards your partner instead and initiate a conversation. Even if it is just a check in about how your day was, it can have a positive impact on your relationship.

Nicole Schiener (Peace and Possibility) is a Registered Psychotherapist, Certified Gottman Bringing Baby Home Educator and Certified Compassion Fatigue Professional in Ontario Canada. In this latest article, she shares 6 reasons why people turn to tech and how to turn to each other instead. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/467ruJY

Thank you Simplyy_Sarah_ for this beautiful reminder.

: October is Substance Misuse Prevention Month and Youth Substance Use Prevention Month

Substance use disorders affect people from all walks of life and all age groups. Prevention and early intervention strategies can reduce the impact of substance use in America’s communities.

💛 You're not alone. Help is available samhsa.gov/find-help

Today is World Mental Health Day. If you are seeking mental health support please reach out to Empowerment Counseling & Psychotherapy Center 866-754-4973 to make an appointment.

U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy says he believes 13 is too young for children to be on social media platforms, despite some of the most popular platforms, including Facebook and Instagram, allowing users to be that age. https://abcn.ws/3JrPa3o