https://padlet.com/yabrown/uqwk2yy8k2cu7ctp This space is where all participants engaging in raising awareness can share video posts, inspirational images, motivational songs, testimonies and facts and statistics to raise awareness about Mental Health. Please use this space to inspire, motivate, educate, and elevate everyone in our communities about the importance of mental health and stopping the negative stigmas. en-us 2022-05-10 20:20:31 UTC 2022-05-25 13:17:20 UTC hello@padlet.com yabrown https://padlet.com/yabrown/uqwk2yy8k2cu7ctp/wish/2178288148 2022-05-10 20:39:48 UTC https://padlet.com/yabrown/uqwk2yy8k2cu7ctp/wish/2178288148 yabrown https://padlet.com/yabrown/uqwk2yy8k2cu7ctp/wish/2178295294 2022-05-10 20:47:14 UTC https://padlet.com/yabrown/uqwk2yy8k2cu7ctp/wish/2178295294 yabrown https://padlet.com/yabrown/uqwk2yy8k2cu7ctp/wish/2178302743 2022-05-10 20:53:48 UTC https://padlet.com/yabrown/uqwk2yy8k2cu7ctp/wish/2178302743 https://padlet.com/yabrown/uqwk2yy8k2cu7ctp/wish/2178752157 2022-05-11 04:17:51 UTC https://padlet.com/yabrown/uqwk2yy8k2cu7ctp/wish/2178752157 https://padlet.com/yabrown/uqwk2yy8k2cu7ctp/wish/2179492336 One of my coping strategies is to make up my bed in the morning… This helps me focus my mind and start with a positive outlook for the day. It’s simple but very hard for me to do. When I do it it really helps my mental state. I am doing a personal challenge of making up my bed every day for the rest of May. ]]> 2022-05-11 14:09:40 UTC https://padlet.com/yabrown/uqwk2yy8k2cu7ctp/wish/2179492336 yabrown https://padlet.com/yabrown/uqwk2yy8k2cu7ctp/wish/2179771723 Another great coping strategy & life skill to deal with the challenges of life is to surround yourself with faith filled people, positive vibes, inspirational songs, motivational people full of faith to speak into your life things that align to God's perfect Will. This is one of my favorite songs that always lifts me up and assures me that everything attached to me wins because I am a child of Almighty God! He made me to be Victorious!]]> 2022-05-11 16:47:20 UTC https://padlet.com/yabrown/uqwk2yy8k2cu7ctp/wish/2179771723 https://padlet.com/yabrown/uqwk2yy8k2cu7ctp/wish/2180231029 I picked 2 for today’s mental health challenge: #6 (satisfying a sweet tooth) and #23 (stating an affirmation). 

I chose to eat some turtles candy and I instantly felt good chomping on the chocolate and caramel, while reciting an affirmation “I am worthy of love and happiness” 💕]]> 2022-05-11 23:40:37 UTC https://padlet.com/yabrown/uqwk2yy8k2cu7ctp/wish/2180231029 https://padlet.com/yabrown/uqwk2yy8k2cu7ctp/wish/2182872319 Self Care is important to your mental health. Exercise can and will improve our overall Mental Health. We have to make us a priority! Keep it Moving and Get Fit Mentally, Physically, Emotionally and Spiritually! Start small but just start! #Together4MH]]> 2022-05-13 13:23:22 UTC https://padlet.com/yabrown/uqwk2yy8k2cu7ctp/wish/2182872319 https://padlet.com/yabrown/uqwk2yy8k2cu7ctp/wish/2184150207 I had such a fun time doing Afro Beats for Fitness Fridays. Just doing 30min-1hr of workout can make a world of a difference for your mood and mental health, also the discussions were engaging and very informative! I learned a new term, mental fitness  and how it’s important to control and manage our emotions. 

Let’s keep up this momentum not just for the month but throughout the entire year! ]]> 2022-05-14 23:59:43 UTC https://padlet.com/yabrown/uqwk2yy8k2cu7ctp/wish/2184150207 yabrown https://padlet.com/yabrown/uqwk2yy8k2cu7ctp/wish/2188092968 This is something that is very easy to do and doesn't take much time. Just one minute of deep breathing can increase oxygen to the brain, lower your heart rate and increase your focus. It feels good to exhale for the entire 4 counts. I visualize stressors being released during this time and inhaling positivity, wellness, hope, strength, and other attributes that can improve my outlook each day. ]]> 2022-05-17 17:59:16 UTC https://padlet.com/yabrown/uqwk2yy8k2cu7ctp/wish/2188092968 https://padlet.com/yabrown/uqwk2yy8k2cu7ctp/wish/2188716857 “According to research, the practice helps people manage stress, depression, addiction, and anxiety. It has shown to be effective in people with health conditions like hypertension, chronic pain, and heart failure. Mindfulness helps you become more aware of what’s happening in the present moment and to understand your thought patterns. It allows you to step out of your mind and observe those patterns. This way, you can notice when you’re drifting into a mental health problem.”]]> 2022-05-18 03:04:12 UTC https://padlet.com/yabrown/uqwk2yy8k2cu7ctp/wish/2188716857 yabrown https://padlet.com/yabrown/uqwk2yy8k2cu7ctp/wish/2189492076 Today is Wellness Wednesday.  In an effort to prioritize Mental health and be proactive I took one of the Mental Health Screening Tests. Even though my results reflect Minimal Depression, I will use mental fitness strategies to support me in having a healthy mental state.  I encourage you to take one of the Mental Health Screening Tests today or encourage others that may be struggling to take a test.  There are so many resources and supports out there.https://screening.mhanational.org/screening-tools/
#Together4MH#TLODSDC]]> 2022-05-18 13:26:08 UTC https://padlet.com/yabrown/uqwk2yy8k2cu7ctp/wish/2189492076 yabrown https://padlet.com/yabrown/uqwk2yy8k2cu7ctp/wish/2189643652 I am trying out a new App called Moodfit. It's a free app that helps track your Mood and gives you helpful insights and activities to improve your Mental Fitness and overall wellbeing. It didn't take much time to do the entries and I definitely see the impact on my day already. I feel more centered, grateful, positive and hopeful. #TLODSDC#Together4MH]]> 2022-05-18 14:53:12 UTC https://padlet.com/yabrown/uqwk2yy8k2cu7ctp/wish/2189643652 https://padlet.com/yabrown/uqwk2yy8k2cu7ctp/wish/2193091959 2022-05-20 14:30:17 UTC https://padlet.com/yabrown/uqwk2yy8k2cu7ctp/wish/2193091959 https://padlet.com/yabrown/uqwk2yy8k2cu7ctp/wish/2198141007 2022-05-24 18:19:05 UTC https://padlet.com/yabrown/uqwk2yy8k2cu7ctp/wish/2198141007 https://padlet.com/yabrown/uqwk2yy8k2cu7ctp/wish/2199367193 You are loved 🥰]]> 2022-05-25 13:17:20 UTC https://padlet.com/yabrown/uqwk2yy8k2cu7ctp/wish/2199367193