How To Honor World Bipolar Day
Over 60 million people worldwide are diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder. World Bipolar Day is celebrated on March 30th to help raise awareness, provide resources, and help those who struggle with bipolar feel less alone. In this blog, we will discuss how you can raise more awareness around mental health on World Bipolar Day as well as how Bipolar differs from other mental illnesses. No matter what mental illness you are dealing with, you are valid and can receive help. Red Willow Counseling and Recovery wants to destigmatize all mental illnesses and share educational resources for all.
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Remote Work: Better Or Worse For Mental Health
During the beginning of the pandemic, remote work became the new normal for non-essential workers, but how has it impacted our mental health? Working from home during the height of COVID-19 may have lowered stress levels for workers about getting sick or having long-haul symptoms. Working from the comfort of your home office may be appealing for many, but can the lack of interaction challenge your mental stamina?
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Continuing Dry Habits In 2024
Did you take part in Dry January and want to continue into the new year? Or the challenge didn’t go as planned and you want to try again? Continuing dry habits into 2024 is a great goal, but it can be difficult to change a habit. As you probably know, forming a new habit takes dedication and time. Refraining from alcohol when it has been a staple in your life can take patience.
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Redefine Your Relationship With Alcohol
The social pressure to consistently drink with friends, at large milestones, or when you are feeling stressed has caused many people to want to reevaluate their relationship with alcohol. Doing a self-evaluation and taking a break from drinking can help individuals determine the real reasons behind their use of alcohol.
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8 Resources For A Successful Dry January
If you have decided to participate in Dry January this year, you may be wondering how you can make it through and report that you had a successful Dry January. Tackling sobriety can be challenging, especially when it is brand new to you. Multiple resources are available to help people on all parts of their sober journey. These resources can help motivate you and keep you in check throughout the month. We have gathered just a few resources (digital, physical, or otherwise) that can help you have a successful Dry January.
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Handling Depression With Therapy
Depression is a common mental illness that affects many people of all ages. It can become debilitating and affect motivation levels, interpersonal relationships, and problem-solving skills. Depression is best handled by an individual in conjunction with therapists and/or medication. Therapy can be a crucial step in managing your depression and developing coping techniques to help […]
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