Each and every one of us has mental health.

Simple but effective ways to care for yours. A diagnosis can be part of your journey, but it doesn't have to be the beginning. We all have mental health, just like how we all have physical health. There is no shame in ensuring your needs are being met or you’re aware of what’s available to you if a time comes where additional support feels necessary. For #WorldMentalHealthDay, October 10, we’ve gathered a few simple, but effective strategies to care for yourself, as well as those around you today and every day. A diagnosis can be part of your journey, but it doesn't have to be the beginning. We all have mental health, just like how we all have physical health. There is no shame in ensuring your needs are being met or you’re aware of what’s available to you if a time comes where additional support feels necessary. For #WorldMentalHealthDay, October 10, we’ve gathered a few simple, but effective strategies to care for yourself, as well as those around you today and every day. Take a few moments to prioritize your mental health. Take a few moments to prioritize your mental health. Connect to your breath. It may seem simple, but taking 60 seconds to connect with your breath can reduce your body's stress level while lowering your heart rate and blood pressure. Connect to your breath. It may seem simple, but taking 60 seconds to connect with your breath can reduce your body's stress level while lowering your heart rate and blood pressure. The HALT method. Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired. Asking yourself if you are experiencing any of these four emotions and, after identifying which, addressing them before tackling anything else on your to-do list. For other easy but impactful tips, visit our Self-Care page. The HALT method. Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired. Asking yourself if you are experiencing any of these four emotions and, after identifying which, addressing them before tackling anything else on your to-do list. [EXPLORE MORE SELF-CARE]( Create a habit of checking in with yourself daily. Create a habit of checking in with yourself daily. By using The Hopeful, our self-care app, you can check in with yourself daily through the mood tracker and journal prompts. The Discover section lets you find and save stories from the TWLOHA Blog and episodes from the TWLOHA Podcast that will provide you with hope, honesty, and a sense of comfort in knowing you are not alone. The app is free to download and greets you each morning with an encouraging quote. By using The Hopeful, our self-care app, you can check in with yourself daily through the mood tracker and journal prompts. The Discover section lets you find and save stories from the TWLOHA Blog and episodes from the TWLOHA Podcast that will provide you with hope, honesty, and a sense of comfort in knowing you are not alone. The app is free to download and greets you each morning with an encouraging quote. [EXPLORE THE APP]( Looking for more support? Looking for more support? You are not broken or weak for needing help. Millions of folks step into healing and recovery with the support of a counselor or other professional. If you or someone you love is interested in learning about the resources in your area, you can search using our FIND HELP Tool. You can also apply for our Treatment and Recovery Scholarship if additional financial support is needed. And even if this moment is not one where you are seeking help, it’s never a bad idea to be aware of the tools available to you. You are not broken or weak for needing help. Millions of folks step into healing and recovery with the support of a counselor or other professional. If you or someone you love is interested in learning about the resources in your area, you can search using our FIND HELP Tool. You can also apply for our Treatment and Recovery Scholarship if additional financial support is needed. And even if this moment is not one where you are seeking help, it’s never a bad idea to be aware of the tools available to you. [EXPLORE YOUR OPTIONS]( [facebook]( [twitter]( [YouTube]( [instagram]( [Tumblr]( ☰✕ [GET INVOLVED]( [BLOG]( [DONATE]( [STORE]( [FIND HELP]( PO Box 2203, Melbourne, FL 32902, USA [View This Email Online]( • [Edit Your Email Preferences](