Honoring Native Life

Repost: September is National Su***de Prevention Awareness Month 💜
 
Call, text or chat 988 for mental wellness support.

988 is for anyone, any struggle, anytime.
 
988 is the free, confidential and 24/7 lifeline for emotional, mental, or alcohol and drug use support, made available to all New Mexicans through the Behavioral Health Services Division of the New Mexico Health Care Authority.
 
Reasons to call, text or chat 988:
• Worried about alcohol and drug use?
• Stressed about employment?
• Concerned for family and friends?
 
Check out the New Mexico Native American Resource Directory - a comprehensive listing of resources specifically tailored to support Native American communities. Link in bio!
 
Did you know:
• Purple represents the fight against su***de and acknowledges the pain and loss experienced by those left behind.

• Teal represents mental health awareness, emphasizing the importance of addressing mental health issues as a crucial factor in su***de prevention.

Reposted: ✨ August is National Wellness Month and Teen Mental Health Awareness Month! ✨

This month reminds us to slow down, recharge, and prioritize holistic well-being — mind, body, and spirit. From daily movement and balanced nutrition to self-reflection and stress management, wellness is about creating habits that nurture a healthier, happier you. 💚

For teens, mental health matters more than ever. Awareness helps break the stigma, encourages open conversations, and ensures support is available when it’s needed most. 🌱

Let’s use August as a reminder to:
💡 Take time for self-care
🤝 Check in with friends and family
🌿 Build habits that sustain your well-being

Our culture teaches resilience, family bonds, and living with dignity. It also teaches us to carry a lot. This month, we honor our roots and break the silence around mental health. Feeling overwhelmed, navigating family stress, or worrying about alcohol or drug use are reasons to reach out. 988 offers free, confidential support in English and Spanish (press “2” or text AYUDA). Visit https://pulse.ly/cmypv92zcv to learn more and share local resources with your community.