Some people think that to be strong is to never feel pain. In reality, the strongest people are the ones who feel it, understand it, and accept it.

Some people use drugs to help them cope with stress or mental health challenges, which can lead to substance use disorder ( #SUD ). SUD is not a personal failing; it's a treatable condition. And you’re worth it.

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#WhereToStart #MentalHealthMonth

Please re-Tweet these tips about how you can offer emotional support to someone who is experiencing a #mentalhealth problem

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Thank you warmly Deb for inviting me. Right now through you and our collaborators we are helping strengthen EF and Self-reg in infants through young adults. It’s an honor.

Explaining the meditative practice of #mindfulness to a 5-year-old can be challenging. These Magination Press books are designed to teach kids how to focus on their breathing, find emotional balance, and reduce #stress and #anxiety .
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Selfcare is action that protects your mental well-being. Have a great weekend! #selfcare #mentalhealth #wellbeing #relax

I spoke with Richard Reeves, founder of American Institute for Boys and Men about the challenges boys face – and why so many of those challenges go unrecognized. Here is a clip from our conversation about the importance of expanding our research focus to better understand boys. loom.ly/dLmvQA4

Soccer legend Brandi Chastain shares the power of visualization for her mental health and success. As a parent and former athlete, Brandi emphasizes the importance of mindfulness and communication, meditation, positive visualization, and a willingness to reach out for support

Strength lies in seeking help or support! Make space to check in with yourself and #TakeAMentalHealthMoment . Remember, we're here to support you every step of the way.

We often listen in order to judge, defend, or critique.

But when we slow down and respond with intention, inviting someone to tell us more about a concern or a need, we invoke curiosity, exploration, and compassion.

We all have the power to impact lives everyday. Be that positive force impacting to change!
#kindness #impact #care

Mental health providers play an important role in guiding families on supporting children’s emotional well-being. Providers can use this resource page to find trusted resources from American Psychological Association to support you in your work. m.sesame.org/forprovidersew… #EmotionalWellbeing #Resources

Who remembers this from Maybe You Should Talk To Someone?

What do you do with *your* pain? Can you sit with it and breathe instead of launching it like a grenade at others or yourself?🎯

Feeling hopeful! #MentalHealthMatters #Legislation

Anyone – yes, you – can help save a life.

It's important to have conversations about mental health and suicide risk. You can validate the fears and feelings of a person in crisis and let them know you hear them.

Get tips for how to #TalkAwayTheDark at afsp.org/TalkAwayTheDark.

Great tip from James Clear on how to: Focus, simplify and then clarify. #mentalhealth #clarify #problemSolving

From fielding emotional outbursts to facing unprecedented levels of violence on the job, our nation's teachers are beyond stressed. Psychology can help.

Learn stress-reduction techniques that can make a big difference for both teachers and students: at.apa.org/n7b

Prioritizing mental health is crucial, especially for entrepreneurs. Explore these tips shared by three founders to support your wellbeing.

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