Growing up, my swim coach always said, “Become comfortable with being uncomfortable.” It’s a phrase, for me, that has translated beyond the pool and into my everyday life. Recently, for me, that Read More
Finding a Fitting Job While Having a Mental Illness
To me, it feels like a common question that is asked and inadvertently has been set to “define” me is, “what do you do?” The question is always in reference to a job. Although, I could just say, “I Read More
Bumps in the Bipolar Road
I have gone through numerous treatment programs. I have been in-patient, 24/7 care in a mental health hospital with treatment around the clock, daily groups, meal times, check-ins, medications and Read More
Managing Bipolar Disorder While Leading a Healthy Life
The “PLEASE” skill in Dialectic Behavioral Therapy is one that is near and dear to my heart. PLEASE is an acronym and it’s the emotion regulation pillar of DBT. The acronym is as follows: P – Read More
Validating My Invalidation on Mental Health
Validation is so important to have strong mental health. I believe that validation can generally be thought of as to come from a person, maybe a spouse, sibling, parent or friend. But, I believe that Read More
Journey at Step Up For Mental Health in 2017
Our Journey at Step Up For Mental Health in 2017 was the year in which many changes happened at Step Up For Mental Health. We changed our name that was clear to our mission. We started our Helpline to Read More
Caring Gift Ideas for the Caregiver on Your List
Caring for others is part of what makes the holidays so special. So it only makes sense at this special time of year to recognize those who care for society's most vulnerable members. With that in Read More
The Aging Population: Support for Caregivers of Alzheimer’s Patients
In 1983, President Ronald Reagan designated November as National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness and National Family Caregivers Month. This is a great month to consider important questions about the Read More
Important Stories on Mental Health
Our stories shape us, define us and inspire us! What better way than to share important personal stories from families in different communities regarding the impact of mental health. Step Up For Read More
Minority Report Series – Racial Tension in the News
Step Up For Mental Health's podcast kicks off with The Minority Report series. The first topic of the series will address “Racial Tension in the News” with special guest Dr. Amber Thornton. We had an Read More
