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Do you have questions about mental health? Are there topics you want to learn more about? Do you want to be inspired by stories from real people? Check out our resources that cover a range of topics from Anxiety to Substance Use. You can also hear directly from our CEO through Kiara’s Note or others just like you from our Voices of Hope blog.
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A close-up of a person in a yellow t-shirt holding a large bouquet of delicate white baby's breath flowers. They are standing outdoors with a soft-focus green field in the background.
We’re all trying to load up the New Year with good things and good intentions. “New Year, New Me,” as one of the sayings goes. But if you’re still recovering from a credit card hangover from the holidays, don’t fret. One of the best gifts to give y…
A first-person view of a person's feet in cozy, cream-colored knit socks, propped up on a fuzzy white rug in front of a glowing fireplace. A mug wrapped in a knit cozy sits next to them
The holiday season can be one of the most joyous times of the year and yet also a difficult time for many. Remember to take care of yourself, keep things simple and reach out to friends and family to keep the holidays happy.  Here are some…
A diverse group of smiling volunteers, ranging in age from a young child to seniors, stand with their arms around each other in a park at sunset, all wearing light blue t-shirts with the word "VOLUNTEER"
One of the best ways to take care of yourself can be… (drum roll) doing something really nice for someone else. The term is called “Random Acts of Kindness” and whether you’re into Zen or just want to make a tangible, practical difference in som…
An artistic close-up of the American flag. The blue field and white stars are in sharp focus in the foreground, while the red and white stripes are softly blurred as they wave in the background.
Our military service taught us and molded us in multiple ways. We know how to work hard, learn difficult things quickly, and make difficult decisions with incomplete information. But we also learned not to stick out. There is a reason we wore camou…
A vibrant, panoramic landscape of a mountain range in autumn. In the background, tall, snow-capped peaks rise against a blue sky. The rolling hills in the foreground are covered in a dense forest displaying a mix of brilliant yellow, orange, red, and green fall colors.
We’ve all been under stress, and we may think – way too much of it! With the holidays approaching, sometimes stress can take over as our major emotion. Do you find yourself thinking “It’s all just too hectic!” Or “I’m stressed…I need a break!”…
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Transition times can be difficult for children and parents alike.  Going back to school is often one of those challenges tied to a myriad of emotions.  A good approach might be to instill positive experiences that encourage them to “…
A young woman with blonde hair in a ponytail is seen from behind, sitting alone on a sandy beach. She wears a gray sweatshirt and looks out at the ocean and a distant, hilly shore under a cloudy sky.
Using substances that alter our mood, behavior, and thinking is widespread in most societies and has been going on for centuries. Many of us start the day with a cup of coffee or tea. Our reaction can be anything from feeling more alert and energet…
A diverse group of four young adults are hiking through a grassy, sun-drenched field under a clear blue sky. A Black woman in the lead has an excited expression on her face as she shields her eyes from the sun, with her smiling friends following behind her.
The lazy, hazy days of summer are here bringing the call of Summer to get outside and enjoy. Anticipating vacation, or just getting back from time off boosts the challenges of being productive for many of us.  It can be tempting to do, well…no…
Two people sit at a small cafe table, looking at a smartphone together. One person, wearing a gray sweater, holds the phone and points to the screen, while the other person looks on.
Unfortunately, it’s happening too often. Three critical, traumatic events incidents in less than 24 hours with graphic pictures and nonstop news coverage splashed across our screens. While none of us can personally do anything about those&n…
A low-angle view of two people, seen from the waist down, relaxing in camping chairs at a campsite. A portable camp stove sits on the ground between them in front of a tent, and the scene is lit by the warm glow of a setting or rising sun.
Some of us have been waiting for it-this is the month for the longest daylight of the year, the 21st, a welcome antidote for the short, dark days of winter, when we go to work in the dark and it’s already dark before we leave.  Cheer up. It’s…

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