PTSD, or Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, is a mental health condition in which people experience a variety of symptoms that impair functioning after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event.

In recognition of PTSD Awareness Month, let’s deepen our understanding of trauma and PTSD. Read on to discover how you can join the movement to raise awareness.

Many jobs will place you inside, away from the sunshine, fresh air, and green spaces. If you work in a building all day, you likely work in artificial lighting conditions with limited exposure to the natural sunlight. Even if you have to work inside, there are tiny but powerful ways to invite sunshine into your life.

While we have more sunlight each day, let’s find out how we can make the most of the sunshine for our mental well-being this summer.

Reflection is a normal piece of processing an event. Reflection and introspection is important for personal growth and self-awareness. Through reflection, we can grow, make decisions that align with our goals and values, foster compassion for ourselves, and build the lives we want to live.

But what happens when we ‘reflect’ too much? Most importantly, how do we stop the overthinking that makes us feel so terrible?