You can chase peace for years, only to flinch when it finally comes to rest on your doorstep. The part we don’t talk about is how disorienting that moment can be…

…at first glance, binge-watching TV is bad for us. But like most things in life, it’s not inherently bad or good, but more about how we choose to engage with it that decides whether it’s a healthy part of a balanced and fulfilled life.

July 20th kicks off National Capture the Sunset Week, and to celebrate, we asked our At The Roots team to show us their sunset photography…

We try new things in life, new habits, new strategies, new mindsets and they don’t always click. Sometimes the conditions just aren’t right. Sometimes we get it wrong. But the key is in being willing to experiment, to learn, and to trust that you can always fall back on what you know while growing into something better.

We may not see Oscar around the office often, as he’s usually out doing cool stuff with the people he supports, but he plays an important role on our team as a valued provider. A nature buff who can relate to anyone, Oscar brings his interests and skills to his work with youth, using therapeutic recreation to help them grow, heal, and build confidence.

I’ve heard so many people say this year that they feel guilty for feeling good, or weird about planning Pride events when the headlines are so bleak. I’ve felt it too -like joy is somehow inappropriate when so much is broken.

Whatever you are feeling at this moment, know you are not alone, not in these feelings and not in this fight. As you’ve shown me before, we are not free until we are all free.

These numbers underscore the urgent need for accessible and effective mental health resources tailored to the LGBTQ+ community. Fortunately, several organizations help create community, promote mental health awareness, and provide direct support.

Our providers regularly incorporate these scenic spots into their work, so we asked them to share some of their favorite recent outdoor escapes. Here’s what they came up with…

A free spirit through and through, her tendency to pop up in unexpected places has made us decide she has the ability to teleport. One minute she’s exploring Duluth, and the next, she’s back in the office providing support and leading groups.