Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Supporting Someone Impacted by Domestic Violence
Domestic violence is a ripple effect circumstance. When victims go unheard and abusers go unhealed, the cycle continues, but when we are truly supported and understood, the cycle breaks…
Election Year Self-Care: The Balance Between Being Informed and Being Stressed
A few weeks ago, I went to the gym to zone out on the treadmill. Sometimes I listen to music on my headphones, and sometimes I enjoy the quiet in my brain, but usually, I get distracted by one of the many mounted TVs flashing all kinds of commercials and news.
This time, I happened to catch a glimpse of a news channel covering the upcoming election and noticed my heart rate immediately spiked.
Just Me, My ADHD and the Stimulant Shortage Impacting Our Communities
Just over a year ago, at age 39, I was diagnosed with ADHD.
While I have seen many mental health professionals and medical doctors over the years, no one had ever once mentioned the possibility of me having ADHD. Truthfully the idea had never even occurred to me until the TikTok algorithm started slipping in videos about ADHD between funny animals and social justice stuff.
Navigating Grief After a Fatal Overdose: Finding Support and Healing
Not all grief is the same, and the aftermath of an overdose is a deeply challenging and emotional time. This tragedy becomes a “before and after” moment in your life. The shock, pain, and sense of loss can be overwhelming…
Beat the Summertime Blues: Practical Tips to Connect with Nature
It’s hard to believe that we are deep into July, with the heat finally hitting maybe as hard as the summertime sadness that can feel like life's been a fast-moving dumpster fire…
Prioritizing Self-Care: During Pride Month and Beyond
Prioritizing ourselves can sometimes feel like the biggest chore out there, with our own versions of overflowing plates and being metaphorically maxed out on our spoon distribution. In the constant grind of trying to make it through the day, it can be hard to remember that self-care is actually the least selfish act you can engage in…
ATR Short List: 5 LGBTQ+ Mental Health Resources You Should Know
There are several organizations that help create community, promote mental health awareness, and provide direct support. Check out our list of five organizations that can support LGBTQ+ mental health!
Food for Thought: The Connection Between Nutrition and Mental Health
Since I am at the point in my recovery journey where all foods are safe, I am now becoming more interested in how what I eat can affect my mental state. I still won’t tell you to follow a specific diet or live a sad sugarless existence, but I will tell you what I’ve learned so far…
Ending the Stigma: Why the Words We Use Matter
I recently had to take a trip to the emergency room for some concerning symptoms following a major surgery. It turned out to be…
Open Letter Regarding the Eau Claire County Mental Health Services Budget
You’re purporting to listen and yet, you’re talking about cutting much-needed support services that directly speak to what area residents have expressed a deep need for.