Improve Mental Health Tips_ Conversations for the Whole Family 2
46.4% of adults in the United States will experience a mental health issue during their lifetime. Over the course of one year, among adults with a mental disorder, 14.4% will have one issue, 5.8% have two, and 6% have three. These statistics only take into account the known issues. Many go unreported or undetected due […]
6 Ways to Raise Awareness About Mental Health Stigma
More than 50% of Americans will be diagnosed with a mental illness or disorder. Yet, more than half of this demographic won’t receive the care they need. Without mental health treatment, Veterans’ symptoms of mental illness can worsen. As a result, their quality of life could suffer. That is why reducing mental health stigma is […]
The Benefits of Sound Baths, Explained
Are you looking for a method of relaxation that goes above and beyond what your typical bath provides? If so, you should consider getting a sound bath. Sound baths refer to a type of meditation. They are rituals that involve chanting, areothermic sound, and mindful breathing. As you might recognize, sound baths contain many of […]
Removing the Mental Health Stimga for Men
Did you know that men are far more likely to commit suicide than women? Men are at risk, but because of the stigma against men’s mental health, many of them never seek the help they need. The stigma against talking about mental health for men is pervasive in our society, but why is that? What […]
This Is How to Support Someone Who Doesn-t Want Help
If there’s one thing we all need to accept in life, it’s that we can’t force others to make a change, even if it’s for their own benefit. When someone is experiencing PTSD or other forms of severe mental illness, it’s natural to want them to seek treatment. However, we can’t make this decision for […]
Family Mental Health Conversations for the Dinner Table
Mental health. It can be something that is fragile and also very difficult to talk about. This can be especially true with Veterans, considering the mental health stigma that is out there. Just remember that you are not alone. Nearly 53 million people in the United States are dealing with a mental illness. If you […]
Wreaths Across America
ORWF will be laying wreaths on Dec 17th at 11 am. You can also sign up to volunteer using the link. Visit our link to learn more!
Building Resilience
Being resilient means bouncing back and adapting from adversity, rather than dwelling on failures and being afraid to move past them. For people who struggle with anxiety, resilience can be difficult to build, as the fear of failure or embarrassment isn’t easy to ignore, but with practice and patience, you can move towards your goals […]
Floatation Therapy
Floatation therapy, also known as a sensory deprivation tank, is a method of meditation that takes place in a light-proof, sound-proof tank of salt water, where you float inside the tank for an hour. This method of meditation comes with multiple benefits, especially for Veterans who suffer from anxiety, PTSD, or chronic pain from injuries. […]
Grounding Yourself (and How to Do It)
Have you ever felt ungrounded from your body and mind? This feeling is common, and easy to remedy with a few different techniques. The feeling of being ungrounded can come from operating at different levels throughout the course of your work day (as in going from detail-oriented work into strategic work); feeling flooded by your […]
