NoStigmas

Here are some helpful reminders as we enter the 2024 holiday season. We know that the holidays can be stressful, emotional, difficult, and fun. And we encourage you to keep your mental health in mind over the next 6 weeks. Happy everything, to everyone #selfesteem #strength #mindset #mentalhealthawareness #therapy #selfcompassion #healthyliving #loveyourself #health #healthandwellness #anxiety #depression #selflove #innerpeace #mentalwellbeing #wellness #selfcare #wellbeing #hope #growth

While the general lottery for the 2025 @chimarathon are closed, applications for Team NoStigmas are still open! Our team is filling up and we encourage you to apply sooner rather than later if the Chicago Marathon is on your bucket list! One of our favorite perks is our runners receive 19 weeks of FREE coaching from our friends and partners @chicagoendurancesports and @fleetfeetchicago There's a long list of other perks that you can checkout at nostigmas.org/marathon See you in Chicago! #running #runnersofinstagram #runhappy #instarunners #run #strength #mindset #mentalhealthawareness #healthyliving #confidence #healthandwellness #health #mentalwellbeing #fitness #selfcaresunday

Today, we recognize International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day. "We come together, near and far, to find connection, understanding, and hope through shared experiences. This day is recognized each year on the Saturday prior to Thanksgiving as the holidays are often difficult for suicide loss survivors." -American Foundation for Suicide Prevention @afspnational Remember, if you or someone you know is experiencing mental health crisis, call or text 988 now for immediate assistance. The world is better with you in it. #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthrecovery #depression #anxiety #addiction #mentalillness #grief #mentalhealthsupport

The time has changed, the temps are dropping, and the snow is on its way. Don't let Seasonal Depression get you down!! If you are affected, reach out to mental health pro, or call/text 988 at anytime for free, expert assistance in your area. #depression #mentalhealthawareness #therapy #mentalwellbeing #selfcare #mentalhealth #hope #wellness #mentalhealthmatters #counseling #mentalhealthrecovery #emotionalhealth #mentalillness #wellbeing #mindset

Do you know about the mental health programs we offer? We are always on the lookout for hosts for any of the workshops, so if you are interested in learning more about the programs listed, head to nostigmas.org/our-programs now! Make sure you're on the lookout for the newly recreated Advocate Training in the near future, as well! #wellness #healthyliving #wellbeing #healthychoices #selfcare #mentalhealth #selfesteem #psychology #strength #mindset #mentalhealthawareness #selfcompassion #loveyourself #confidence #healthandwellness #selflove #mentalwellbeing

Self Care isn't selfish. It's necessary. Here are 10 ways to practice self care, but COMMENT below your favorite way(s) to take care of YOU 1- Talk to a friend 2- Cuddle your pet 3- Meditate 4- Journal 5- Go for a walk/run 6- Read a book 7- Take a break 8- Get some sun 9- Draw, doodle, or color 10- Unplug from technology #journaling #meditation #drawing #mindfulness #innerpeace #investinyourself #balance #treatyoself #selfesteem #mentalhealth #strength #mindset #positivethoughts #treatyourself #mentalhealthawareness

Depression is a serious condition that is different from ordinary feelings of sadness. While it is normal for people to feel down or unhappy from time to time, clinical depression is a persistent state of unhappiness, and can seriously disrupt how a person feels, thinks, or behaves. Many people who suffer from depression have difficulty functioning on a day-to-day basis; they can feel overwhelmed or consumed by their thoughts, and often don’t find pleasure in activities or hobbies they used to enjoy. There are varying degrees of depression that can be diagnosed by a doctor. Major depression is the most commonly diagnosed form of depression, and is characterized by experiencing a combination of symptoms that is severe enough to interfere with normal daily functioning. Some other types of depression include seasonal affective disorder, bipolar depression. and postpartum depression. Depression is one of the most diagnosed mental health disorders. It is estimated that about 19 million people in the U.S. suffer from depression in a given year. People with depression cannot simply “get over” their feelings-- ongoing treatment is often necessary for recovery. Fortunately, depression is highly treatable through a variety of methods. The best source of effective and comprehensive treatment options is through consulting with trained health care professionals. #mentalhealth #mentalillness #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #therapy #depression #mentalhealthrecovery #recovery #mentalwellbeing #mentalwellness

Today, and every day, we honor all #veterans for their service and sacrifice for our country. And we also know that we must continue to advocate for their mental health. There's a lot of reasons why veterans suffer in silence- stigma, fear, lack of information about symptoms, prevalence, or how to cope with their mental health. Not to mention some of the things they witness and have to do as part of their jobs. No one, including veterans, should have to suffer in silence. Don't forget, you can always reach out to your local VA, but also remember you can call or text 9.8.8. at anytime for immediate assistance for your mental health crisis. Sources: @namicommunicate @stopsoldiersuicide @defense_one @military_va #america #thankyou #veteran #military #recovery #strength #mindset #mentalhealthawareness #therapy #health #healthandwellness #veteransday

In many situations, anxiety is a normal, healthy feeling that can actually be helpful. It makes us alert, aware, and provides motivation. Uncontrollable anxiety, however, is a serious and often debilitating disorder that can cause sufferers to feel overly anxious for no apparent reason. Anxiety disorders are different from regular feelings of anxiety and nervousness that are normally felt in anticipation of big or important events. There are several types of anxiety disorders, including generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, specific phobias, and social anxiety, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. GENERALIZED ANXIETY DISORDER is characterized by an intense worry over relatively small things that can interfere with daily life. SOCIAL ANXIETY DISORDER is an intense fear of social situations, in which those who suffer from it are worried about being judged or embarrassed. PANIC DISORDER is characterized by the presence of panic attacks, that can make the sufferer feel like they are in danger even if they are not. These attacks can happen at any time, in any place, and can range from lasting a few minutes to a few hours. SPECIFIC PHOBIAS People who suffer from exhibit an intense, irrational fear of certain situations or objects. Though sufferers will often recognize that their fears are unfounded, they can go to great lengths to avoid these certain situations or objects. OBSESSIVE COMPULSIVE DISORDER is characterized by sets of symptoms known as either obsessions or compulsions. Obsessions are recurring, unwanted, or obtrusive thoughts that cause anxiety and often unwarranted fear. Compulsions are behaviors that a person feels they must perform in order to alleviate fear caused by the obsessive thoughts. Anxiety disorders affect about 18% of adults in the U.S., and are highly treatable through therapy, support, and medication. You can learn more about anxiety via the link in our bio. #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalillness #mentalhealthmatters #stress #anxietyrelief #mentalwellbeing #selfesteem #psychology #mindset #therapy #health #selflove #selfcare #wellness #wellbeing #anxiety

Advocacy sometimes means saying something important over and over again. If you're in a place in life - in person or online, and you need an Ally, we are here for you now, and always. Speak up, speak out, and let's be the good we want in the world. "Sitting behind a computer gives people a sense of anonymity, but everyone needs to realize that words - even the ones they write online - have a strong power to hurt people." -Demi Lavato @ddlavato #selfesteem #psychology #strength #mindset #mentalhealthawareness #selfcompassion #anxiety #mentalwellbeing #hope #wellness #growth #depression #humanrights #mentalillness