Active Minds Toledo

Active Minds aims to remove the stigma that surrounds mental health issues, and create a comfortable environment for an open conversation about mental health

[Active Minds Toledo @ActiveMindsUT]

Come hang with us tomorrow night! Hope to see you there 😎

[Active Minds Toledo @ActiveMindsUT]

Join us Thursday, April 1st at 7:30pm via Google Meet for a virtual meeting! More details to follow- stay tuned!

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Join us next Thursday! You won’t want to miss it 🤩

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A message from the National Chapter!
We hope to see you all soon. Stay tuned for an event coming up later this month!

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“You made it through the first month of the year. Be proud of everything you were able to accomplish, big or small. Remember that you don't have to have everything figured and do everything. Just showing and being yourself is more than enough! 💛”

[American Foundation for Suicide Prevention @afspnational]

It's #TransAwarenessWeek! We believe that it is our individual and collective responsibility to support the mental health and wellbeing of the transgender community. We've got your back.

Remember, these lifesaving resources are available to you any day of the year 👇

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Don't put so much pressure on yourself to be perfect. Slipping up is a natural part of recovery. Making mistakes means that you are perfect at being human. 🤗

[American Foundation for Suicide Prevention @afspnational]

Practice some self-care today, whatever that looks like to you. 💙

[American Foundation for Suicide Prevention @afspnational]

#KeepGoing, one day at a time. You've got this. 💙

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It is so important to be able to recognize when a loved one, a friend, or a co-worker may be struggling. This #MentalIllnessAwarenessWeek, learn more about the signs and symptoms of mental illness ⬇️
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You may be feeling overwhelmed right now and that’s okay. Today, find some time to take care of your mind & body in whatever ways feels good to you. ❤️

If you or someone you know is struggling, please text BRAVE to 741741 or call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) for crisis support.

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An emotionally healthy world is not possible without a just world. And we’re committed to the continued work & process of becoming a more anti-racist & inclusive organization.

To learn more about our actionable steps, visit https://t.co/k7AB8dsrvp.
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Remember, you don’t have to be an expert to help, you just need to be there.

Use our V-A-R guide to learn how to listen and respond to your friends in a helpful way 💚

1️⃣ Validate their feelings
2️⃣ Appreciate their courage
3️⃣ Refer them to skills and support

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Be sure to check out our Instagram this week for “a day in the life” of our exec board members! active_minds_ut on Instagram!

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Your Voice is Your Power & throughout #SuicidePreventionMonth, we encourage you to use it to uplift voices who have been silenced & share helpful resources to oppressed communities. 💛

Thank you just. for partnering with us to support BIPOC student mental health.

[988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline @988Lifeline]

Yesterday, the U.S. Congress approved the adoption of 988, the new 3-digit # for the Nat'l Suicide Prevention Lifeline to be completed by July 2022.

In the meantime, pls cont. to share 1-800-273-TALK (8255). 988 is NOT CURRENTLY ACTIVE & may not connect callers to the Lifeline.

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Today is the last day of #BeKind21 & we encourage you to be kind this month, & always, by using your voice & your actions to help improve your mental health & the mental health of others.

Explore 21 ways we have been kind to our mental health this month: https://t.co/HXdXpza5SZ

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Active Minds and our partner, just., know that students are feeling stressed & experiencing anxiety, now more than ever. Today, we invite you to take a few minutes to focus on your breathing and relax your mind. 💛

[Active Minds Toledo @ActiveMindsUT]

Don’t forget to take a break from your Saturday studying to enjoy the sunshine! 🌞
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Unfortunately due to COVID, Active Minds at UT does not plan to host in-person meetings at this time. Stay tuned for updates regarding virtual events later this semester! We look forward to seeing you all again soon 😁 And as always: