5/15 Mental health is personal. What works for one person may not work for another, and that’s okay. The path may look different for everyone, but we all deserve more good days together!
“Sometimes the people around you won’t understand your journey. They don’t need to; it’s not for them.” - Joubert Botha
5/14 You don’t have to carry the weight of “not-so-good” days alone. When we look out for one another, more good days become possible for us all.
“Life doesn’t make any sense without interdependence. We need each other, and the sooner we learn that the better for us all.” — Erik Erikson
5/13 Good days look different for everyone. A “good day” might be calm, manageable, or something else. Only you can define what a good day looks like.
"Folks are usually about as happy as they make their minds up to be" -Abraham Lincoln
5/12 Strong families start with open conversations. Take time today to ask your child not just "how was school?", but "how are you feeling?"
"It's okay to not be okay, and it's okay to talk about it." -Michael Phelps
5/11 Mental wellness begins at home. Encouraging rest, healthy routines, and communication helps students succeed both emotionally and academically.
"Mental health is just as important as physical health." -Naomi Osaka
5/10 Take 3 slow, deep breaths. The world can be a challenging place. Take care of your mental health – today and every day. If you’re struggling, text NAMI to 741741 or go to nami.org/help
"Inhale the future, exhale the past." -Author Unknown
5/9 Mental health is health. This #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth, check in on yourself and the people you care about.
"Taking a break and prioritizing your mental health is okay." — Instagram/Mental Health
5/8 Parents have a powerful role in supporting your child’s learning, health, and emotional well-being at home and at school. When parents are engaged in their children’s school activities and initiatives, they get better grades, choose healthier behaviors, and have better social skills.
"In times of stress, the best thing we can do for each other is to listen with our ears and our hearts" — Mr. Rogers
5/7 On this National Children's Mental Health Awareness day, it is important to note one in five children and adolescents may have a mental health condition at any given time. It is important to remember that a child’s mental health is just as important as their physical health.
"Promise me you'll always remember you're braver than you believe, and stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think." — Christopher Robin
5/6 Distressing levels of anxiety can happen to anyone at any time. When things feel overwhelming, know that there is hope and help. #988Lifeline #MentalHealthAwareness #Anxiety
"Anxiety's like a rocking chair. It gives you something to do, but it doesn't get you very far." — Jodi Picoult
5/5 Asking for help is a strength, not a weakness. If you’ve been thinking that you have a mental health condition – you may be right. The first step is often the hardest, but you are not alone. Text NAMI to 741741 or go to nami.org/help
"There is hope, even when your brain tells you there isn't." — John Green