Mental Health Awareness Month is observed every May to promote mental wellness, reduce stigma, and provide resources for individuals and communities.
Mental Health Awareness Month was established in 1949 by Mental Health America (MHA) to highlight the importance of mental health and wellness in everyday life and to celebrate recovery from mental illness. It serves as a dedicated time for individuals, organizations, and communities to raise awareness, educate the public, and advocate for better mental health care and support.
This year’s theme — More Good Days, Together — encourages us all to reflect on what a “good” day looks like, both for ourselves, and for our communities. Together, we can use that insight to connect people to the right support at the right time, and shape advocacy, education, and community engagement to make more good days possible for all.
As we continue in our Six Week Prayer Challenge, please consider adding the following to support of your mental health:
- Philippians 4:6-7 encourages believers not to be anxious but to present their requests to God through prayer and thanksgiving, promising that His peace will guard hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.
- Isaiah 26:3 highlights that God keeps in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast and trust in Him.
- John 14:27 reminds us that God’s peace is a gift unlike the world’s, urging believers not to be troubled or afraid.
- 1 Peter 5:7 instructs casting all anxieties on God because He cares for us, reinforcing reliance on His care.
Source and Resources: Mental Health America
Journaling helps us process our experiences and recognize the good in everyday life that we often overlook. Beyond the emotional benefits, the physical act of writing is good for your brain and supports learning and memory. Journal prompts for more good days
Affirmations are statements you say or think to yourself that reinforce what matters to you and who you want to be. They remind you that you are strong and help you focus on your values and on what makes you feel calm and confident. Affirmations for more good days and why they work