Give Yourself The Gift Of 12 Days Of Self Care |
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Taking time to care for your mental wellness does not have to be costly and is so important in combatting stress, recharging your batteries, and even preventing burnout. There are many simple ways that you can practice self-care every day and support your mental wellbeing, and it doesn’t have to cost a thing!
The practice of self-care means prioritizing your needs and the things that bring you joy, thus it looks and feels different for every person. For some it can be simply basking in the sun, listening to your favorite music, or taking a warm bath. Some of us may enjoy visiting with friends, playing games, walking the dog, or going for a run.
Self-care can be fun, inexpensive, and simple. Take some time to observe what practices make you feel good and see how they can be incorporated into your daily life.
We know the holiday season can be stressful, and have developed the “12 Days of Self-Care” through December to help encourage fun activities to help you prioritize your mental wellness. Follow our Twitter and Facebook page starting Dec.13 to keep track and to access printable coloring sheets, meditation guides, and helpful links!
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Handling Conflicts Around The Holidays |
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The holidays can be such a joyous time, when we look forward to reconnecting with family and loved ones.
This can also be very stressful if you don’t always see eye-to-eye with your family members.
Here are some great tips that will help you manage conflicts and alleviate stress this holiday season.
Recognize Potential Conflicts – if you know that your friends or family are prone to arguments you should keep this in mind. Take a moment to identify your triggers, and prepare yourself and make a plan to move around them. Deep breaths and a little self-talk can help you remain calm and avoid a fight. By preparing yourself for the possible conflict you will be able to approach it from a new standpoint.
Set Boundaries – Personal boundaries are the limits we set for ourselves with those around us. At the holidays, this might look like saying no to someone, calling out bullying or bad behavior, or telling someone you feel uncomfortable or don't want to talk about something. Give a clear and concise message using “I” statements to set these boundaries that focuses on your thoughts and feelings. Avoid "you" statements that place blame. Set your boundaries upfront so that there are no surprises, and allows your loved ones time to process your decisions and provide them with the opportunity to set their own.
Step Away if You Need To – When all else fails, it is your right to take a break and walk away. Try to do so respectfully. For example, “I hear you, and I feel it is best that I walk away at this time”.
To learn more about how manage the potential conflicts you may face this holiday season, check out our blog here. |
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It's The Season For Giving!
Mental health services are more important now than ever before, and this December you have the power to make a positive change in the lives of others. In a typical year, 1 in 5 individuals will experience a mental health challenge. But in times of crisis, like now, that statistic is closer to 1 in 2. This isn't a surprise, as for almost two years we have navigated repeated chaos and disruption brought on by the pandemic.
At Jefferson Center, we have especially witnessed the impact on children, youth, and families who have accessed our services, either onsite at our Crisis and Recovery Center or in the community from outreach by our Colorado Spirit Team.
Whether you entered our doors, or we knocked on yours, Jefferson Center was there to offer ongoing and emergency crisis response, providing hope and recovery to our community—when and where it was needed most.
Thanks to the support of donors, we have been able to stay responsive to those who are coping with the increased stressors of this health crisis.
This is not the work of one person or a handful, this is hundreds of us doing what we do every day in partnership with you and our community. We can’t thank you enough for the outpouring of support we received for Colorado Gives Day! Our wonderful donors raised nearly $52,000 to help us provide people with the mental health toolbox they need to tackle any of life’s challenges.
This December, we ask that you donate to Jefferson Center and help someone along their path to recovery. With your support, people can find hope, recover, and rebuild their lives. Click here to donate to Jefferson Center.
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Become Certified In Mental Health First Aid! |
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Do you want to find ways to better identify when someone is struggling and how to get help?
Become certified in Mental Health First Aid and learn skills, resources, and knowledge to help an individual in crisis connect with appropriate professional, peer, social, and self-help care!
Check out our full class listing and register here.
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Join Our Policy Action Network And Help Shape the Mental Health Policy Conversation |
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Become an advocate for mental health and join Jefferson's Center's Policy Action Network (PAN)!
Our Policy Action Network establishes and maintains positive relationships with elected officials and other decision makers to promote adequate resources to mental health and substance use services and improve the lives of community members.
We provide our PAN members with up-to-date information about legislation and issues related to mental health. By working together to be a voice for mental health, we can make a real difference!
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Good News This Month
Fun and uplifting stories to brighten your day
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