Is it Stress? Or Anxiety?

I’m So Stressed Out! Feeling overwhelmed? Learn whether it’s stress or anxiety, and what you can do to cope. Is it stress or anxiety? Life can be stressful—you may feel stressed about performance at school, traumatic events (such as a pandemic, a natural disaster, or an act of violence), or a life change. Everyone feels […]

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Weekly Mindfulness Calendar

Here’s a great resource tool designed & sponsored by the East Central Innovation Team, 2024. Summer is a perfect time to get started with good mental health habits! Sun’s out, weather’s great, vacation time, time to chill and take care of yourself! Sunday Funday: Take a walk and enjoy the sunshine and fresh air. Look […]

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Wholistic Well-Being Bingo!

Here is a great tool to help Nourish Your Mind Body, and Soul! We all know that many times it’s the simple things we do that help keep our mental well-being on track. Now that it’s summer, it’s a beautiful time to get out and get active on a sunny day or do some inside […]

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The Importance of Social Connections

Upcoming event offered by LeVande- Walker Methodist in Cambridge. The Importance of Social Connections Presented by Karla Patrick, RN, BSN and Hello4Health By Allina Health THURSDAY, JUNE 6 | 11 A.M. – 12 P.M. Walker Methodist Levande Senior Living 2011 6th Lane SE, Cambridge, MN 55008 RSVPs Appreciated: 763.325.0100 Everyone knows that being physically active […]

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Bilingual Text Warmline Available!

MN Warmline is now offering texting options in a variety of languages! Spanish – Hmong – Vietnamese – Somali – Simplified Chinese No insurance needed, any adult living in Minnesota can use this no cost peer support service. text 844-739-6369 Every day 9pm-1am Voice answering services also available with translation services everyday 5pm-9am. mnwitw.org Print […]

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Baby Blues? Learn about Postpartum Depression

How is postpartum depression different from “baby blues”? “Baby blues” is a term used to describe mild and short-lasting mood changes and feelings of worry, unhappiness, and exhaustion that many women experience in the first 2 weeks after giving birth. Babies require around-the-clock care, so it’s normal for new mothers to feel tired or overwhelmed […]

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It’s okay to seek help

#MomLife can be joyful but also overwhelming. If you are not feeling like yourself, it’s okay to seek help. 988lifeline.org/help-yourself/maternal-mental-health/ #MHAM2024 #MentalHealthMatters

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My Mental Health: Do I Need Help?

First, determine how much your symptoms interfere with your daily life. Do I have mild symptoms that have lasted for less than 2 weeks? Feeling a little down Feeling down, but still able to do job, schoolwork, or housework Some trouble sleeping Feeling down, but still able to take care of yourself or take care […]

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Join the PICK’M Up Suicide Prevention Coalition

  The PICK’M Up Suicide Prevention Coalition is open to the public and always looking for more members to join. The meeting is the third Tuesday of every month from 10:30-12pm and occurs virtually.  The Teams meeting information is below. Microsoft Teams meeting Join on your computer, mobile app or room device Click here to […]

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Crisis Help

Need help with a Mental Health Emergency? CALL 988. If you are in an immediate life-threatening situation, go to the nearest hospital emergency room or call 911.* East Central Crisis Services provides mobile or phone local assistance to Chisago County, Isanti County, Kanabec County, Pine County, Mille Lacs County, and Mille Lacs Band Of Objiwe […]

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Questions about Mental Health?

Wondering about mental health? In general, a person may need professional help if experiencing: “marked changes in personality, eating or sleeping patterns. An inability to cope with problems or daily activities. Feeling of disconnection or withdrawal from normal activities.” according to Mayo Clinic. Learn about common conditions, learning events, warm lines, and local resources that […]

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One step at a time.

  Large or small, accomplishing any kind of goal can sometimes feel overwhelming as we try to reach it. Remember, making progress one step at a time can make all the difference in the world. It breaks down your goal into smaller pieces that you can handle better with less chance of frustration. Even if […]

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Surround yourself with those who LIFT YOU UP!

Here are a few tips found at WebMD about how friends help and how to make new ones, too. Friends Increase your sense of belonging and purpose Boost your happiness and reduce stress Improve your self-confidence and self-worth Help you cope with traumas, such as divorce, serious illness, job loss, or the death of a […]

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MN Specific Cannabis Resources

Minnesota Department of Health has shared new resource pages regarding cautions for your health and also for the prevention of unintended poisoning. Cannabis and Your Health Prevention Unintentional Poisoning From Cannabis Products New resources are available from Public Health Law Center that are specific to MN and the Cannabis Landscape. Public Health Law Center MN […]

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Keep Going. You are Worth it!

Life is a journey, not a race. If you feel like quitting, stop, take a deep breath, maybe take a break, and get ready to go back at it. Here are some good habits to help you stay on track.* Get regular exercise. Just 30 minutes of walking every day can help boost your mood […]

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Reduce Stress – Take a Mental Health Break

It can be helpful to take mini breaks throughout the day. This can help manage general stress and potentially even increase productivity. Just take a few minutes to detach from the pressures of work or school and your expectations throughout the day. Here are some tips to help you get started with self-care: ✅Eat a […]

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Feeling Anxious? Try Grounding.

Look around you. Find: 5 things you can see. 4 things you can touch. 3 things you can hear. 2 things you can smell. 1 thing you can taste. This is called grounding. Grounding can be helpful in changing your thought pattern whenever you feel anxious. Grounding may help with many mental health issues to […]

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Recovery is Possible

Lunch and Learn Recovery is Possible Presented by: Ashley Wright, CPRS, CPS, FPRS Bert Brandt August 23, 2023 at 12 PM Join via ZOOM ID 972 6705 7213 No Registration Required Come join two Certified Peer Specialists, Bert Brandt, and Ashley Wright, as they share how they each got involved with Wellness in the Woods […]

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Slowing down racing thoughts

5 simple ways for calming and refocusing when anxious or negative thoughts surge through your mind. Anxiety and anxiety disorder is the most common mental health issue affecting 40 million adults in the US. About half of adults with depression also have anxiety issues. Anxiety and anxiety disorders come in many forms and can be […]

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