MAY THEME: Growth Mindset
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When was the last time you tried something new? Were you scared? Were you excited? What pushed you to take that step forward? Taking that first step forward can be terrifying. We worry about what will happen if we mess up. We agonize over the impacts our actions can have on our loved ones. Sometimes it can feel safer staying to what we know rather than risking the chance of failing and having to face our guilt and shame.
A GROWTH MINDSET reminds us that learning is not finite. There are always ways for us to grow from our mistakes and find new ways forward. Just because we messed up today does not mean that we will fail forever. We are worthy of the same love and compassion we give to others.
3 TOOLS TO FOSTER A GROWTH MINDSET:
- Believe in Yourself - You can't start learning if you don't believe in your capability to change and grow. How do you talk to yourself in your mind? Trade demeaning self-talk for self-compassionate words.
- Making Mistakes Is Part of the Process - It's hard to learn if you are not willing to make the mistakes that teach you how you can grow. Mistakes can be lessons, and they do not have to define you.
- Be a Life-Long Learner - What piques your curiosity? Even everyday things like wondering how you can change your morning routine can lead to self-growth. Take the time to find what you are passionate about, and learn!
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“Fall seven times and stand up eight.” – Unknown
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THEME AFFIRMATIONS
Use affirmations to inspire you or reframe your thoughts
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My curiosity leads me to new discoveries everyday
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I recognize the importance of seeing the bigger picture
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I give myself the grace I grant to others
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Recommitting to my goals empowers me
APPS FOR GUIDED MEDITATION
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Bookly - Looking to keep track of your reading goals? This app has you covered. Bookly aims to help everyone improve their reading skills through tracking your progress and rewarding you with badges and achievements.
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Humin- This app provides lessons for how we can support our wellbeing and flourish.
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UCLA Mindful App - This app shares meditations, videos, and podcasts that teach you how to meditate and practice mindfulness.
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Motivate - This app shares five inspirational videos every day that will help motivate and inspire you.
PODCASTS
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month! Founded in 1949 by Mental Health America, Mental Health Awareness Month has served as a way to nurture mental wellbeing across the country. Below, we have shared some of our favorite mental health toolkits!
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Stanley Frankart is president and co-founder of Young Christian Professionals, a faith-based nonprofit organization that aids justice-involved individuals with reentry into society. Founded in 2017, it focuses on young adults and the restoration of themselves and their families. A peer-run organization, YCP offers support and mentorship to cultivate personal recovery as well as professional and leadership skills through Christ. Read our interview with Stanley here.
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Join Our NEW Grief Recovery Groups for Caregivers
Our Grief Recovery Support Groups use the evidence-based Grief Recovery Method® to help unpaid family caregivers process and navigate all types of grief and loss, including ambiguous grief connected to mental health challenges, chronic illness, dementia, disability, substance use, and changing family roles. Led by Cynthia Tyson, Ph.D., MSW, LISW-S, these supportive groups provide practical tools, connection, and hope to help caregivers move forward with greater emotional wellness and resilience.
The virtual groups will be offered in two 8-week sessions. The first session begins Thursday, June 4 at 7 p.m. ET. The second 8-week session begins August 13. The program will culminate in an in-person retreat at the 92-acre Camp because I said I would in Central Ohio. These sessions are being provided free of charge for residents of Cuyahoga County thanks to a generous grant from the Nella Durinda Levenhagen Foundation. A fee-based option is available for participants residing outside of Cuyahoga County.
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Our next Question, Persuade, and Refer/QPR Suicide Prevention training is TONIGHT, Thursday, May 28 at 7 pm ET!
Please register here to receive the Zoom link! You need only register for ONE two-hour session. Space is limited for each session, so please register only for a time you know you can attend so spaces don't fill up and prevent others from attending.
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June's theme is EMPOWERMENT. We will be tapping into creativity, holding space for ourselves, and setting healthy boundaries. With micro-goals, it’s easier to take the next right step - as Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu said, “A journey of a thousand miles, begins with a single step.” Check out June's Micro-Challenges Calendar here.
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Courage to Caregivers Breathing Practice for June: Breath of Joy
As we support caregivers to make breathing and meditation a practice, we're pleased to share our Breathing Meditation Facilitator Cathy and her monthly breathing practice how-to videos. You can join us for June's Breathing Practice - with this practice, we will find joy through movement. This breath is particularly helpful to energize your entire body, mind, and soul. You can watch June's instructional video for Breath of Joy here, and remember to subscribe to our 2026 Monthly Breathing Practices playlist to stay updated each month. You can also subscribe to our Breathing Meditation playlist, where we have four years of our weekly breathing meditation recordings, and follow along on our Spotify Breathing Meditation playlist.
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The mission of Courage to Caregivers is to empower and equip carers to navigate their journey. We envision a world where healthy carers lead to healthier families and communities. We're in the caregiver burnout prevention business!
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