It’s National Book Lovers Day! Want to celebrate by reading? Here are a few helpful book recommendations from our therapists. 1. Braving the Wilderness by Brené Brown - This is an excellent book on challenging what motivates our sense of belonging and how to embrace true connection with ourselves and those around us. 2. The Anxiety Toolkit by Alice Boyes 3. It's Not Supposed to Be This Way by Lysa Terkeurst - I have found that it is helpful for…
Written by Mental Health America In Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) communities, talking about mental health can be considered taboo. We'll uncover different “myths’’ that may exist in BIPOC communities about seeking mental health support and provide affirmations you can repeat to yourself to help you think positively about asking for help, even when you might hear messages saying the opposite. Myth #1: “Talking about my feelings and needing help is a sign of weakness.” It’s normal to…
How to Get Help and Why People Don't https://youtu.be/v1HW12aaF2g?si=CdQNnNmGPnOHu8zn Discover the struggles many people face around getting help for mental health. Uncover the different types of help and where to get it, especially for people who might not know where to start. Address the common reasons people feel unsure about seeking help and how we can all help change that. Watch until the end for a mental health exercise! Thank you to the Putnam County Public Library for inviting us…
National Family Caregivers Month -- celebrated each November -- is a time to recognize and honor family caregivers across the country. More than 50 million Americans provide crucial care and medical assistance to parents, children, siblings, or other loved ones. If you are a family caregiver, we want to connect you with information and resources that can help you maintain your mental health and better serve your loved ones. Caregiver Toolbox: https://www.caregiveraction.org/family-caregiver-toolbox Caregiver Help Desk: https://www.caregiveraction.org/helpdesk Family Caregiver Services in…