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Circle of Control

Circle of Control

Use our Circle of Control worksheet to help you reflect on things you ultimately have control over compared to things you don't.
 
Poetry Slam

Poetry Slam

From acrostic to free verse, a variety of poetic styles help us explore our feelings with freedom and confidence.
 
Daily Reflection

Daily Reflection

Use this sheet to check in on yourself and reflect on the things that support your mental health and well-being each day.

Additional Resources

 
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How Do I Ask My Family About My Uncle's Passing?

When I was young, my uncle died. I was too young to understand but I’m pretty sure he died by suicide. Which I’d like to know more about but I don’t know how to ask because my family doesn’t talk about it at all. How can I broach the subject? And do these tendencies run in families?

Suicide Prevention For Young Adults

Luke Spiegelhoff, Clinical Director at Nexus-FACTS, joined KSTP's Minnesota Live to discuss suicide prevention for young adults as they move into adulthood.
 
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Ending Summer With Gratitude

Labor Day has come and gone, and while for many this means the end of summer – we still have a few weeks left of sunshine and warm temperatures before fall truly sets in. If you are struggling with the idea of transitioning seasons like I am, maybe these practices will help you find your own gratitude and move into fall and winter more peacefully.
 
Send Hope: Create a Care Package to Foster Mental Health shopping list

Send Hope: Create a Care Package to Foster Mental Health

Sending your college student back to school? Send them a care package that boosts mental health! Check out our shopping list for ideas.
 
Coping Skills Ideas Worksheet

Coping Skills

Do you ever struggle finding activities to clear your mind or cheer yourself up? Download or print these activity ideas for reference when you are looking to change your mindset.
 
Mental Health Readiness Plan

Mental Health Readiness Plan

When you are feeling stressed or anxious, it can be hard to remember what techniques work for you. Creating a plan when you’re calm ensures you are ready when mental health challenges arise.
 
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How Do I Help My Daughter With Her Hygiene Habits When She Doesn't Live With Us?

I just read an article on lack of hygiene with an adopted child who has now returned home. I am having trouble with my adopted 22-year-old and her lack of care. She smells, wears dirty stained clothes, and doesn't brush her teeth or hair. However, she doesn't live with us so I can't control some of the things that would make this better. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
 
Reading Together

5 Resources You Should Check Out From Our Library

With over 200 articles, videos, blogs, and tools in our resource library, here are five resources you should check out today.
 
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The Amygdala Hijack

Over the years, I have noticed the increased worry, anxiousness, and what-if patterns among my loved ones when it comes to awaiting information from their healthcare provider. The reality is the degree of worrying we apply in our lives has never and will never impact the outcome—either for the better or worse.