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Manage your physical and emotional health, cope with challenges, and work on your overall wellness by exploring the following ‘Self Care & Wellness’ tools and resources. We offer access to practical and relevant information by both our foundation and external professionals that exist in the wellness space.
Mental Health Professionals & Organizations
Seeking support and accurate mental health information can be overwhelming and challenging at times. However, there are several national behavioral health organizations that offer an abundance of information that can help you identify resources best suited for your own mental health needs or those of a loved one.
Directories, Mental Health Professionals & Organizations
The directories or organizations below are a great place to start your research or find a therapist/counselor for yourself or a loved one. The Mind and Wellness Foundation is not liable for care or services rendered by providers listed in any of the Wellness resource group listings.
Mental Health & Wellness Hub
The directories or organizations below are a great place to start your research or find a therapist/counselor for yourself or a loved one. The Mind and Wellness Foundation is not liable for care or services rendered by providers listed in any of the Wellness resource group listings.
Tips & Tools
Manage your physical and emotional health, cope with challenges, and work on your overall wellness by exploring the following ‘Self Care & Wellness’ tools and resources. We offer access to practical and relevant information by both our foundation and external professionals that exist in the wellness space.
A Self Care Guide for College Students
Created by Kenya Williams,
Cameron Vaughn & Deneen Vaughn
Throughout this article, you can find some useful tips to incorporate into your routine to cope with the stressors of life. This will include important topics including recognizing changes in your mental health, articulating your thoughts and emotions to trusted individuals, extending grace to yourself by practicing self-care, etc. Not only does this apply to college students, but this information can also be helpful to those of all ages and backgrounds.
The Transformative & Healing Power of Yoga
by Steph Jones
Yoga and Fitness Instructor /
CEO and Founder of Steph Yoga
In the past two decades, yoga has moved from relative anonymity in the West to a well-recognized practice offered in thousands of studios, community centers, gyms, and health clubs. Even if yoga only enhanced physical fitness, the time spent in practice would be fully justified, yet yoga offers much more than just a way to exercise the body; it also helps us experience emotional well-being, relieves symptoms of depression, and creates a more harmonious connection to the self.
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Finding Wellness & You! with Elethia Gay
Each quarter Elethia uses a specific form of movement to remind women of the many fitness formats available to help them live their best lives and find their health.
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This quarter the focus is walking. Walking has many benefits, including increasing mood, cognition, and memory, strengthening muscles, reducing stress, and preventing high blood pressure.
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Along with those and other factors, walking is accessible. You can do it indoors on a treadmill, or outdoors on a safe path. Walking involves technique. Understanding one's gait, the positioning of the core, and the lengthening of the spine not only makes walking more beneficial, it becomes more purposeful. For more information on the health benefits of walking and how you can prepare for your next 5K, join the Slay the 5K movement at bit.ly/slaythe5k.
How Writing Can Improve Your Mental Health
By Chana Brissett Shinegba
Some may say we live in a cutthroat, isolating rat race, a society where the struggle of mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, and trauma are common. Although there are a variety of treatments, there are some methods of healing that may be overlooked, like the simple art of writing. Join me as we explore the benefits of writing for mental health and provide tips and techniques on how to get started.
The new Mind and Wellness Foundation Spotify channel is designed to promote mental and emotional well-being through the power of music. The channel features curated playlists that are specifically designed to help listeners relax, reduce stress, and improve their overall mood.
The playlists include a variety of genres and styles, from classical and instrumental music to pop and contemporary hits. The channel also includes original content, such as guided meditations and mindfulness exercises, to further support listeners in their wellness journey.
Overall, the Mind and Wellness Foundation music wellness Spotify channel is a valuable resource for anyone looking to use music as a tool for improving their mental and emotional health.
