Rejoicing & Reaching: Capital Campaign
"Peace I leave with you; My peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid." — John 14:27, NIV
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and the theme this year is “Look Around, Look Within.” The aim is to emphasize the ways that our surroundings affect our mental health and encourages us to take notice of our surroundings and how they affect us. This includes safe and stable housing, healthy home environments, neighborhoods and communities, and the outdoors and nature.
Our country is facing an unprecedented mental health crisis. The crisis isn’t just affecting adults, it is devastating young people, and people from every background are impacted. We hope you find these resources helpful—to live your best life, or to share with others.
Online screening is one of the quickest and easiest ways to determine if you’re experiencing symptoms of a mental health condition. Screens are free, confidential, and scientifically validated.
The 988 Lifeline provides 24/7, free, and confidential support to people in distress – you don’t need to be suicidal to reach out. Call 1-800-273-8255 to be connected with a crisis counselor. Crisis counselors who speak Spanish are available at 1-888-628-9454.
When you text 988, you will complete a short survey letting the crisis counselor know a little about your situation. You will be connected with a trained crisis counselor in a crisis center who will answer the text, provide support, and share resources if needed.
If you prefer texting to talking on the phone, text MHA to 741-741 to be connected with a crisis counselor who will help you get through your emotions.
Warmlines are staffed by trained peers who have been through their own mental health struggles and know what it’s like to need someone to talk to.
Studies have shown significant benefits of spending time in nature, including greater creativity, lower levels of stress, increased self-esteem, and reduced anxiety. Being in green spaces, such as a park or other natural environment, for as little as two hours per week has been shown to have a significant positive impact on both physical health and psychological health.
Habits, whether good or bad, will change your life. What practices have you built your life around? When you engage the spiritual dimension of your life, God impacts every other part of your life. Stay engaged with God's purposes and trust in Him!
Let us know how we can pray for you by clicking the button "We can pray for you". We would be happy to call you or add you to our prayer list. All requests are kept confidential within our Prayer and Pastoral Teams.
One resource is Christian Counselors in the Bay Area. We do not endorse any specific counselor or organization. You can also consider asking your primary care physician or checking with your in-network insurance company.
Questions? Email info@nbccbayarea.com
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