Need encouragement or inspiration? Look for a Hope Stone out in the wild!
Connect-OC has launched an outreach campaign called the Hope Stones Project! This innovative art installation combines art creation, inspiring messages, and the sharing of vital mental health resources. Join us in creating beautiful Hope Stones to be placed in the Orange County Community as a way to send and receive Hope and educate others about the 988 crisis lifeline. Through this project Partners4Wellness and Connect-OC have partnered with many community organizations including @bgccentraloc@orangewoodfoundation@usvetsvpop@afsp_tricounties@cypresscollege@csufcaps and many more!
Want to learn more or get involved?? Please reach out to Erin O'Flaherty at [email protected]
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Happy Mental Health Awareness Month! This month, we want to emphasize the importance of finding a support system and being a safe space for someone to talk to about mental health. It is important for everyone to have someone in their lives they can turn to for support whether it be a two legged friend or a four legged friend!
One of the most powerful ways we can support those around us is by being a safe and non-judgmental space for them to open up and share their struggles. By listening with empathy and offering a shoulder to lean on, we can help others feel less alone and more understood.
If you are struggling with your own mental health, it is crucial to reach out and seek help from a professional, as well as leaning on your support system for emotional support. Remember, it’s okay to not be okay, and seeking help is a brave and important step towards healing and growth.
Let’s all commit to being there for one another, listening without judgment, and creating a safe space for open and honest conversations about mental health. Together, we can break the stigma surrounding mental health and create a more supportive and compassionate community for everyone.
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September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month 💙
Suicide is the 2nd-leading cause of death among youth age 15 to 24 in the U.S.
This year we are focused on the act of sharing whether it’s sharing hope, stories, time, resources, or experience. It can serve as a powerful tool in suicide prevention.
Help us raise awareness and solution by sharing this message!
#suicideprevention #suicidepreventionweek #takeaction4mh #suicideawarenessmonth #suicideawareness #hope #thereishope #AFSP #yourgameisntoveryet #nevergiveup #youareloved #endthestigma #mentalhealthmatters #youarenotalone #sharehope #orangecounty #helpisoutthere #p4w #connect_oc #tillyslifecenter #higherground #tlc
With Mental Health Awareness Month being celebrated, we also love highlighting the act of spreading kindness and positivity as a way to better your mental health! Being positive to others can make a positive impact on yourself!
#mentalhealth #friendship #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthawarenessmonth #foryou
Continuing our conversation about kindness and mental health, here are some ways you can contribute and build your community. Help out others and others will help you! Positivity can come back and help your mental health!
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Meet McKenzie and Anya, two students from OCSA that have created a student club called Crafting Kindness to help others and spread positivity through arts and crafts! The two girls have developed an initiative to include their peers in club meetings to create different DIY projects, art kits, and more, which are donated to spaces like homeless shelters and local children’s hospitals.
Each project is made with care and the intention to make a positive difference and bring happiness to people! While this kindness can help others, kindness can also help your own mental health. Acts of kindness towards others can boost your mood, lower stress, and build wonderful networks!
Check out this video to learn more about Crafting Kindness and how this work has impacted McKenzie and Anya and the people around them. Learn how you can also make a difference in the world.
Reach out to people, spread kindness, and remember…It Feels Good to do Good!
For local Orange County resources visit:
connect-oc.org/resource-directory
ocnavigator.org
Call or Text 988
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As we continue to talk about Mental Health Awareness Month, recognizing signs of your mental is key to seeking help. Here are a few tips that will assist you with identifying signs!
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With mental health month underway, practice using affirmations to help boost your confidence and belief in yourself! Everyone had their strengths and it’s important to remember that!
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Happy Mental Health Awareness Month!! Mental health is a cornerstone of individual health and manifests in different ways for everyone.
This month take the time to learn, reach out, and break the stigma around the conversation on mental health.
#mentalhealth #studentwellness #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #foryou
Social media is in our daily lives and can affect your mental health! While we don’t have to completely disconnect, here are healthy habits you can develop!
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As we come closer to finals season, here are some tips you can utilize to study more effectively!
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