Resources
It’s Heavy. Bearing the Weight of Grief & Loss
Grief is a normal, universal response to loss. Learn how to cope and move to the other side of mourning.
Quotes on the Journey through 2020
What a year 2020 has been! Here are twelve of our best quotes that celebrate our collective growth over the past twelve months.
Relax! How to Be a More Mindful Parent
Learn how you can become a more mindful, peaceful parent.
Mindfulness- To Be Happy Is to Be Self-Aware
Happiness starts with YOU! Learn how mindfulness can improve every aspect of your life.
How to Intervene if You’re Concerned Someone is Thinking of Suicide
Every 40 seconds someone takes their life by suicide. Learn how to support someone who is struggling.
After Trauma— How to Grow from Adversity.
Post-traumatic growth, a less talked about consequence of trauma, demonstrates that positive change can happen in the wake of challenging circumstances.
Are You Alright? Childhood Depression vs. Typical Sadness
When it comes to kids, sometimes it can be hard to know the difference between typical sadness and depression.
Exhausted? It Might Be Stress, Anxiety, or Depression.
This year’s been nothing short of exhausting! Learn what you can do to ward off stress, anxiety, and depression.
It’s Too Much! How to Manage Stress to Stay at Your Best!
Stress can have a severe impact on your health! Learn the signs of excess stress and how you can stay at your best!
Not Dumb! Kids with ADHD Are Misunderstood
Roughly 1 in 10 kids struggle with ADHD. Many are misunderstood, leading them to not get the tools they need to thrive.
I’m Worried. How to Support Someone Considering Suicide
Suicide impacts 180 million Americans each year. Empower yourself with the tools to support someone who is struggling.
I’m Going to Break. A Case for Self-Care
You don’t have to reach your breaking point. Self-care is an absolute must in today’s world.
That’s So Sweet! Quotes to Promote Kindness
Is today’s world weighing you down? Squash those negative vibes with a little kindness! Here are 10 of our best quotes to get you started!
Don’t Forget to Take Time for YOU!
Are you taking the time to take care of YOU? Here are some great ideas to add to your self-care toolbox!
Save a Life. Know the Warning Signs of Suicide
Learn the warning signs of suicide and how to help someone struggling.
The Meaning of a Moment
What’s the value of life if not the sum of every moment lived? Learn to embrace each moment before they become memories.
What Does It Mean to Be #YDIStrong?
Do you know what it means to be #YDIStrong? Learn the true meaning behind the hashtag from our teammates across the state.
Rebecca Folkerts #YDIStrong
Rebecca was a fiercely strong woman with a huge heart. Her memory will forever carry on throughout our organization.
How to Move Through Grief
Grief is a journey that looks different for everyone. Here are some common emotions that come alongside loss.
6 Tips to Cope with Grief and Loss
Learn how you can move through the stages of grief and process loss.
How to Practice Culturally Sensitive Social Work
Learn how to practice culturally sensitive social work with minority populations.
Gratitude- We’re Taking a Moment to Give Thanks
Did you know that purposeful gratitude is great for your mind and body? To get you started, we’re getting the positive vibes rolling by sharing what we’re grateful for in our lives.
Mindset- Are You Mentally Strong?
Do you have the mindset to weather this storm? It starts with the thoughts you water each day and the strength to press on during adversity.
What it Means to Be a Hero #YDIStrong
What does it mean to be a hero? Learn about #YDIStrong and the true heroes who blossomed amidst this crisis.
I’m Tired. When Emotional Exhaustion Becomes “Normal”
If you’re feeling a sense of emotional exhaustion right now, you’re not alone. That tired feeling is an all to common experience for many of us.
Giving Thanks – The True Impact of Support Services
The impact that mental health support services have on families is vast. Thank you to those who sacrifice so much to help Montana families in need.
What’s Right? Selflessness in a Time of Suffering
What does it mean to be selfless during a pandemic? It’s not easy, but we all have a responsibility to protect the health of those around us.
Mental Health? It’s a Big Deal for Organizations
The current decline in American mental health has real, tangible implications for both businesses and our nation as a whole. But, within each of us is the power to make a difference.
Struggling? Quotes for Those Experiencing Trauma & Grief
Are you struggling? Here are ten of our best quotes on trauma and grief.
Collective Trauma- An Unintended Consequence of the “New Normal”
We’re all experiencing trauma at the hands of this pandemic, not just from the virus itself, but also from its unintended consequences.