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Each of us experience a different mental health journey. Mental Health Matters explores topics we might face including resources we can use to support our mental health as well as those around us.
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Seen from behind, a mother, father, and young daughter sit with their dog on the end of a wooden dock. They are looking out at a calm lake and a vast, tree-covered mountain landscape.
As I write, I’m sitting in front of a computer with two email accounts open, three social media tabs open, headphones in, listening to music and – of course – my smartphone readily available next to me. Sound familiar? While it may seem benefici…
A young child in a red holiday sweater and white knit hat smiles joyfully while ice skating on an outdoor rink. Two smiling women skate behind, all enjoying a festive night surrounded by glowing holiday lights.
It’s December and that means shorter days and longer nights filled with holiday parties and other engagements. Everything seems so exciting! But what about grief? Sometimes during the holidays, we’re stuck in grief due to recent losses, previous tr…
From an overhead perspective, a person relaxes in bed under a cozy, star-patterned blanket. They hold a mug of tea in one hand while writing in a spiral notebook, with a tablet computer also resting on their lap.
Throughout the holiday season, gratitude often surfaces as a topic of conversation. But how can it help improve our lives? And if we don’t currently have a practice of gratitude, how do we start? An overwhelming amount of people (42%, according…
An elderly veteran, wearing a captain's hat and a jacket adorned with numerous military medals, sits on a green bench between two young boys. The veteran has his arm around one boy and they look at each other smiling.
Veterans Day was last week but that does not mean we shouldn’t think about these men and women who served our country until next year. With almost 400,000 Veterans living in Colorado, you probably know at least a few. Be they family members, co-wor…
Seen from behind, a woman wearing a straw hat sits in the grass while leaning against a large, mossy tree and reading a book. She is sitting on a green mat in a lush park.
Sometimes life gets overwhelming – your job is demanding, kids are sick, money is tight, you are arguing with a friend or family member – and you’ve hit your max. It can feel as if life keeps pushing you down. So now the question becomes, how do yo…
A young woman with long brown hair sits on a couch and holds the hand of her friend, a Black woman with curly hair, who appears distressed. The concerned friend offers comfort while the other looks down thoughtfully with a hand to her forehead, conveying a moment of empathy and support.
It’s not fun – or even easy – to talk about, but this month we’re talking about suicide. Talking about the issue of suicide makes many of us feel uncomfortable, helpless and perhaps even frustrated. For those who know someone who has died by sui…
Seen from behind, a diverse group of young elementary school children wearing colorful backpacks run down an open-air school hallway.
In most stores, beach towels and sunscreen are being replaced with backpacks and notebooks. Somehow, the first day of school is just around the corner! Many kids are energized by the possibility of back to school, but others are anxious about the u…
A couple sits in silhouette on a park bench, looking out at the ocean during a warm, golden sunset. Two bicycles are parked in the grass next to them.
Mental health and physical health are largely connected, so by taking care of your body, you’re also taking care of your mind. Here are five things to remember this summer to help you take care of your body and mind. 1. Get your rest Routines…
A diverse group of four children laugh with delight while playing tug-of-war together in a grassy park. They are all on the same team, pulling hard on the rope and smiling.
As Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of summer, we gladly welcome warmer temperatures and sunnier skies! Summer is typically filled with vacations and fun, free time, and celebrations. Kids love the break from school and the freedom that summ…
A diverse group of people are sitting in a circle and smiling during a support group or workshop. The focus is on a woman in a blue shirt with a name tag that reads "Mary Smith," who is looking on with a warm, engaged smile.
One in five Americans will have a diagnosable mental health condition each year, yet nearly two-thirds do not seek treatment. What keeps people from getting help? One reason is stigma. Fear of rejection, discrimination, and lack of knowledge are al…

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