https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw Made with swagger en-us 2022-04-23 12:44:23 UTC 2023-07-17 17:19:00 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2183243736 I have bipolar disorder. I like to see myself as the fun spontaneous person I am half the time, but the depressed did of me is also part of may identity. Accepting this as a part of myself helps me cope with who I am and manage my brain. I know I am so much more.]]> 2022-05-13 17:44:30 UTC https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2183243736 https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2183248386 Watching guided yoga or meditation on youtube, hanging out with friends, baking or even watching a feel good movie]]> 2022-05-13 17:47:36 UTC https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2183248386 https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2183249305 2022-05-13 17:48:19 UTC https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2183249305 https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2183251066 More options for therapy. The online therapy program this year has been amazing. But limited sessions don't allow for much growth.]]> 2022-05-13 17:49:49 UTC https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2183251066 https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2183254227 For a long time I felt my mental health was my identity, being a person with anxiety is part of who I am. Eventually, I couldn't understand what it would me to be a person without anxiety]]> 2022-05-13 17:52:31 UTC https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2183254227 https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2183273664 Mental health” itself is part of EVERY humans life experience.  Just like Physical health is part of the human experience.  I want people to understand that Mental health is just as important as physical health, and that mental health is not something that affects just certain youth but can affect any teenager, young adult or grown adult.  The stigma around mental health disorders prevents people, especially youth, from seeking real support.  The next time you think about mental health, think about yourself, your mom, your neighbor, your boss, the kind barista at Starbucks.  ALL Humans have emotions and regulating those emotional experiences isn’t easy and it certainly isn’t taught in school.  A person that struggles with depression or anxiety isn’t “different” from the rest, they’re another human having a human experience. There is no shame in the challenges we face as humans with mental health, and judgement of mental health only exacerbates the problem.  — Mila.]]> 2022-05-13 18:08:26 UTC https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2183273664 https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2183276762 It's not always obvious when a young person is struggling with mental health and it's really common to struggle, so nobody should feel alone and always be nice to people because you don't know about what they're going through.]]> 2022-05-13 18:11:10 UTC https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2183276762 https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2183277377 There is still a lot of stigma surrounding resources like safe to tell, etc. and just offering these programs isn't enough. Converations about mental health shouldn't just happen behind closed doors.]]> 2022-05-13 18:11:42 UTC https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2183277377 https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2183284531 It is hard to talk to an adult about and for those with friends who have mental health issues, it's just as hard to help that person. I know for me I worry about my friends with mental health.]]> 2022-05-13 18:17:28 UTC https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2183284531 https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2183285443 Listen to young voices! Both in my personal experience, and from what I have heard from others and seen, far too often young people's experiences with mental health, especially children, and even more so teens are viewed as "problem child" or "troubled teen" issues, instead of being viewed as issues with abuse within households. More often than not, parents are believed way over children and teens, and children and teens are left to suffer without a place to be heard.]]> 2022-05-13 18:18:10 UTC https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2183285443 https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2183286832 My neurodivergency is a big part of who I am and my self expression and relationships with others.]]> 2022-05-13 18:19:20 UTC https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2183286832 https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2183287550 As a member of the LGBTQ community, I know I’m at higher risk for self-harm and suicide, especially as a trans person.]]> 2022-05-13 18:19:57 UTC https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2183287550 https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2183289268 My mental health and identity go hand in hand for sure. On one hand, I feel like having dealt with mental health struggles has strengthened my passion for advocacy and helped me connect with and understand others on a deeper level. However, on the other hand, mental health and its struggles have definitely clouded my identity a lot and made me question who I am, and what my morals and values truly are along with my worth.]]> 2022-05-13 18:21:23 UTC https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2183289268 https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2183290534 I have struggled with mental health for a long time and as I have grown I have learned that even though I have mental illnesses that it does not stop me from being me just puts a damper on things.]]> 2022-05-13 18:22:33 UTC https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2183290534 https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2183291190 Have more youth participate in providing services and creating the support structures for youth. They know how best to relate to and get help to other youth! :)]]> 2022-05-13 18:23:06 UTC https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2183291190 https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2183291681 Peer recovery coaches!  Peer support specialists!  People who understand and have been through it, that kind of support is untouchable, it is so helpful.]]> 2022-05-13 18:23:33 UTC https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2183291681 https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2183292083 I think having people the same age and going through what you are is a great way to talk and understand what each other are going through.]]> 2022-05-13 18:23:55 UTC https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2183292083 https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2183292707 I have a litte makeup bag full of fidget toys and things to stimulate each sense (touch, taste, smell, sight, sound). You can make a small one to keep in a purse or backpack, or you can make one to keep in your room. Whatever works for you!]]> 2022-05-13 18:24:25 UTC https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2183292707 https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2183294660 A self-care tip I like to do is a journal. It helps get out all the feelings I feel like I can't speak about or know how to talk about. Also, take the time to ask yourself "how am I doing?"]]> 2022-05-13 18:26:03 UTC https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2183294660 https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2183295319 I have worked to discover things that are a healthy distraction from my feelings, as well as things that are a healthy way to explore my feelings. When I want to escape, I work out. When I want to explore and control my feelings, I write.]]> 2022-05-13 18:26:38 UTC https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2183295319 https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2183296234 Go on walks alone. The best time is when the air's that perfect temperature that you can barely feel it on your skin.]]> 2022-05-13 18:27:27 UTC https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2183296234 https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2183297281 2022-05-13 18:28:23 UTC https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2183297281 https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2183299647 2022-05-13 18:30:34 UTC https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2183299647 https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2183300944 self care on tic tok]]> 2022-05-13 18:31:44 UTC https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2183300944 https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2183302255 A really cute way to prioritize self care. My friend and I both have little finches :)]]> 2022-05-13 18:32:53 UTC https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2183302255 sgregory68 https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2612065637 Colorado could create more Outreach teams that go to into the community to help homeless people of all ages receive help or housing if they want to be inside and not homeless ! They could have a mobile health van too for physical injuries to be seen by a doctor. They could also have a dental van. I have seen many people refuse services as well and that's ok. But if there is an equal option every week or month to receive services or medical help that would be there in the community to help them. It would be reoccurring event for the local community. Also community partners, such as schools, churches, 4-H clubs, nonprofits can collaborate to help their lower class people in the community. If we all work together to solve a problem that is bigger that just ourselves then as a city or state we can accomplish a lot including mental health. Mental Health is a major problem in the homeless community, however there is no mental health resources for direct homeless trauma.]]> 2023-06-01 17:35:50 UTC https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2612065637 sgregory68 https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2612066224 Spotify.com ]]> 2023-06-01 17:36:28 UTC https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2612066224 sgregory68 https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2631204003 Hey TGTHR is having an open Wellness Fair on July 7th from 1pm-3pm. Its open to ages 12-25 for youth needing information for resources in the Boulder area. If anyone is interested here is the flyer for it !]]> 2023-06-23 19:39:56 UTC https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2631204003 sgregory68 https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2637385282 Mental health should not be defined as someone's identity. If someone is having a hard time dealing with their mental health some people think it's apart of that person's personality or apart of who they are on a regular basis. Most of the time it is not the case. Identity is who a person is, like the characteristics that make up that person. I have always said I am just me. Everyone is unique in their own way. I wish people wouldn't assume that a mental health disorder is apart of someone's personality. It's unfair since no one actually gets to know a person when they have a mental disorder. When my mental health disordered was treated and is being maintained I am not acting out of my mental health anymore in a negative way. I am a positive person now since I found help. We need to not judge people on how they act if we can tell they have some kind of disorder. ]]> 2023-07-03 21:50:53 UTC https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2637385282 sgregory68 https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2646522181 I wish people wouldn't assume youth have just behavior problems. They don't connect the mental health to behavior issues. People always think when youth "act out" it's for attention or just fun. Most of the time it's not that way. If someone is fearful when they are young , they might run away. Maybe if they are struggling in school and they can't pay attention. There is a lot of things that are not investigated thoroughly to see if that young person is having any mental health crisis or problems. Most are just assumed being a "normal" teen or kid. It's not normal when a young person wants to hurt themselves or others. Please older people learn about the signs of different mental health issues so when they arise you can help your younger people around you. ]]> 2023-07-17 17:19:00 UTC https://padlet.com/YMCO/lz15nt0m11mtuylw/wish/2646522181