June 11, 2020 Greetings everyone! This week's strategy for building resilience: Avoid Seeing the Pandemic as an Insurmountable Problem. As part of his series, Dr. Gannon urges us to consider - How are your perceptions impacting your mood? If possible, take time to rest and reflect. Check in on your thoughts and feelings. Perceptions are highly subjective and vulnerable to personal bias. In these times, it's easy to go negative but those perceptions can quickly morph into a lasting negative mindset, leading to a darker worldview. Face your negative thinking and check your perceptions for accuracy. Is this problem really insurmountable? Is there really nothing to be done? Rather than avoiding negative feelings, airing them out makes them gradually dissipate and reduces their intensity. Take care and remember - YOU GOT THIS! - Learn more about Building Resilience in the Time of COVID-19 from Dr. Patrick Gannon

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If you or a loved one are in distress or experiencing a crisis, call: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (Available 24/7) Call  1-800-273-8255  | Chat online at  suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat Metropolitan Human Services District (Local New Orleans- Available 24/7) Call  (504) 826-2675 Louisiana Department of Health's “Keep Calm Through COVID” hotline: (866) 310-7977 Domestic Violence Resources: National: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or DomesticShelters.org Louisiana: New Orleans Family Justice Center ( 504-866-9554 ), Metro Center for Women and Children ( 504-837-5400 ) or the State Hotline ( 1-888-411-1333 ).

Blood Drives Every Saturday in June. NOMC & The Blood Center partner with iconic local music and cultural venues to host blood drives on their empty stages to address NOLA's critically low blood supply. Sign Up to Give

DJ Soul Sister boosted our spirits and kept the beat alive at last week's blood drive! Click on the playlists below to listen:

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Check Your Health Coverage! Contact Us If You Need Assistance Having health coverage can bring peace of mind during this pandemic. Take time to see if you qualify for Medicaid or to re-enroll* to make sure your coverage doesn't lapse. *Medicaid coverage must be renewed every year! More Info

Backline Support Groups Come Together: COVID-19 Crisis Online support groups for music industry professionals that aim to address the anxieties associated with COVID-19’s effects on the music industry, provide information and resources, and support each other during this difficult time. At the end of the meeting, Dr. Newman will lead a group meditation. More Info

#GetYaMindRight Virtual Support Line Mon. Wed. & Fri. | 10:15 AM  MHSD's chat line will now be available to the general public on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays and will be led by IWES mental health professionals. The goal of this initiative is to assist people with anxiety and concerns by sharing healthy coping skills and techniques. More Info

Jai Bhakti Yoga Online Classes Yoga classes with inspirational message, FREE for everyone and all levels welcome. Daily at 8am on Facebook live ( @jaibhaktiyogafoundation) and Wednesdays at 6pm on IGTV ( @jaibhaktiyoga) More Info

Meditation Experience Free Meditation Course NOMC's Patient Services Coordinator, Nicole, recommends this free meditation course with Oprah and Deepak Chopra to find calm, connection and wellness. More Info

Jennie Morton Online Resources  Jennie, an NOMC partner via PAMA, focuses on the physical manifestations of emotional issues. Her site offers services as well as a free educational journal focused on mental health issues and related content. More Info

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