Posts in Relationships
Accomplishing What Matters: Fostering Multi Generational Relationships

We live in a lonely era. For as connected as our society seems on the surface, deep and meaningful relationships seem to be on the decline. Many relationships are fostered through social media and texting now, rather than face-to-face interactions. The decline in in-person relationships seems to be taking a toll on the mental health of people of all ages.

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Love Thy Neighbor: Meet Wally Mayton

“What we have in common is that sense of caring and loving - love of neighbor and love is a practice. It’s not just something you feel in your heart. It has to begin in your heart, but it’s something in the way you reach out, the way you extend yourself, the way you express yourself, the way you welcome other people into your life and care for their wellbeing. Neighboring is all about how we’re going to allow each other to thrive.” -Wally Mayton

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Social Isolation and Rebuilding Relationships

The COVID-19 pandemic has left an indelible mark on society, not only in terms of physical health but mental health as well. As we continue to emerge from the pandemic, there is a need to press on with addressing the challenges of social isolation and proactively rebuilding connections for the betterment of ourselves and the common good of our communities.

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Cultivating Positive Relationships and Removing Barriers of Mental Health Treatment

As a community, region and society we have come a long way in overcoming the stigma related to mental health. This is in large part thanks to more people reaching out to their support groups and being willing to ask for help. And while progress of acceptance and understanding grows, we still have a long way to go. Along with cultivating positive relationships there are resources available to the region to help overcome the obstacles of mental health.

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