According to the American Institute of Stress- 44% of Americans are more stressed than they were 5 years ago 1 in 5 Americans experience physical symptoms of stress- heart palpitations, shaking, depression 3 out of 4 doctors visits are for stress related ailments Stress increases the risk of heart disease, heart attack, and stroke, among others I’ll confidently go out on a limb here and say that each and every one of us is dealing with stress. What was the last thing you expe

MENTAL HEALTH MATTERS From shame to empowerment Have you ever been happy? Excited? Overjoyed? Felt sad? Angry? Overwhelmed? Guess what…. those experiences, sensations, and feelings are your MENTAL HEALTH. Do you feel embarrassed when you’re happy? Do you make excuses when you’re feeling excited? Do you feel shameful when you’re joyful? I bet the answer is no. Because it’s okay to be okay. Yes, our more upbeat emotions and positive mental state feel good and are easier to expe