May Mental Health Article

This May, we are focusing on four essential actions we can take to prioritize our mental well-being:
Getting Quality Sleep – Restorative sleep is essential for emotional balance, focus, and overall well-being. 
Connecting with Others – Strong social connections improve resilience, reduce stress, and foster a sense of belonging. 
Getting Outdoors – Time in nature boosts mood, reduces anxiety, and enhances mental clarity. 
Being Present – Being present helps us manage stress and find joy in the moment.

Access the materials by clicking on the Google Drive link:  May is Mental Health Month
Be sure to put the resources into action:
 

• Take part in Outdoor Bingo
• Check off a challenge on the May Calendar
• Complete a resilience sheet
• Track your sleep

Let’s turn awareness into action together. Every small step counts; together, we can create a community prioritizing mental well-being.

Y360 Challenge Videos to check out:

​Sleep Video: https://ymca360.org/categories/1537/videos/1544
Connecting with Others: https://ymca360.org/categories/2181/videos/16580
Being Present: https://ymca360.org/categories/1537/videos/1541

Additional Resources to Utilize: 
Mental Health of Greater La Crosse: https://lacrossementalhealth.org/
La Crosse YMCA Mental Health page:  https://www.laxymca.org/mental-health
NAMI of West Central Wisconsin: https://namiwestcentralwi.org/
Mental Health America: https://mhanational.org/mental-health-month/

#MentalHealthAwarenessMonth, #MentalHealthMatters, #LaCrosseMentalHealth