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Shattering the Stigma of Mental Health in the Military: How We Can Help
The definition of stigma, according to Webster's dictionary, is "a mark of shame or discredit." As the country continues to progress through the pandemic, the general stigma around mental health is being challenged as more and more people seek counseling to cope with the changing times. The military ... Read More
Emotional Wellness – Checking in With Yourself
How many times have you greeted a colleague or friend with “Hi, how are you?” and breezed through the standard “fine, thank you” response? Often, we do the same thing with ourselves, not taking the time to register thoughts, emotions, or physical experiences other than “fine.” By reading ... Read More
September is Self-Care Awareness Month!
In this transition from a prolonged period of stress to re-establishing more consistent routines, lies an opportunity to intentionally incorporate day-to-day self-care. Investing in self-care can help you build resilience, sustain focus at work, improve your overall wellness, and increase your satisfaction with both work and home life. ... Read More
Ten tips for keeping yourself happy
All emotions are natural but maintaining a healthy balance of positive and negative emotions is important. The next time you find yourself feeling down, try one of these strategies for picking yourself back up again: Connect with nature. Surrounding yourself with the beauty and tranquility of the natural ... Read More
August is Family Fun Month
Family Fun Month rolls around in August each year. With the month serving as the golden hour of summer, make the most of it by surrounding yourself with your loved ones and enjoying their company; take a break and enjoy the last few weeks of summer before the ... Read More
July Is Purposeful Parenting Month
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has designated July as Purposeful Parenting Month. Purposeful parenting is all about being an active and engaged parent to build strong, positive and functional families. It’s a reminder to focus on your child’s growth in the best way possible so ... Read More