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MENTAL HEALTH: MIND AND BODY WELLNESS<\/h1>\n

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Examining the relationship between mental and physical health<\/h2>\n

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Raising awareness about mental well-being<\/h2>\n

[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16.1″ _module_preset=”default” text_orientation=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”]Mental health is essential to everyone\u2019s overall health and well-being, and mental illnesses are common and treatable. So much of what we do physically impacts us mentally \u2014 it\u2019s important to pay attention to both your physical health and your mental health, which can help you achieve overall wellness and set you on a path to recovery. Firefly Children and Family Alliance is committed to examining the inextricable link between mental and physical well-being. As part of our focus on mental health, we invite you to explore the topics of animal companionship, spirituality and religion, humor, work-life balance, and recreation and social connections as ways to boost mental health and general wellness.[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”on|phone” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” z_index=”99″ custom_padding=”90px||90px||true|false” custom_padding_tablet=”70px||70px||true|false” custom_padding_phone=”50px||50px||true|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.17.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.17.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16.1″ _module_preset=”default” header_3_font=”|800|||||||” header_3_font_size=”30px” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” header_3_font_size_tablet=”35px” header_3_font_size_phone=”30px” header_3_font_size_last_edited=”on|desktop” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

Animal Companionship<\/h3>\n

[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16.1″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]The company of animals \u2014 whether as pets or service animals \u2014 can have a profound impact on a person\u2019s quality of life and ability to recover from illnesses. A pet can be a source of comfort and can help us to live mentally healthier lives.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/4-mind-4-body-animal-companionship.pdf” url_new_window=”on” button_text=”LEARN MORE” admin_label=”Button” _builder_version=”4.17.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.17.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.16.1″ _module_preset=”default” header_3_font=”|800|||||||” header_3_font_size=”30px” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” header_3_font_size_tablet=”35px” header_3_font_size_phone=”30px” header_3_font_size_last_edited=”on|desktop” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

Humor <\/h3>\n

[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16.1″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]Finding humor in the circumstances of life can lift moods with laughter and help people to better deal with and overcome difficult experiences. [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/4-mind-4-body-humor.pdf” url_new_window=”on” button_text=”LEARN MORE” _builder_version=”4.17.0″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.17.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16.1″ _module_preset=”default” header_3_font=”|800|||||||” header_3_font_size=”30px” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” header_3_font_size_tablet=”35px” header_3_font_size_phone=”30px” header_3_font_size_last_edited=”on|desktop” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

Social Connection and Recreation<\/h3>\n

[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16.1″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]Finding other people to relate to and doing things that bring you enjoyment are great ways to improve your mood and overall mental health.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/4-mind-4-body-social-connections-and-recreation-0.pdf” url_new_window=”on” button_text=”LEARN MORE” _builder_version=”4.17.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.17.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.17.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16.1″ _module_preset=”default” header_3_font=”|800|||||||” header_3_font_size=”30px” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” header_3_font_size_tablet=”35px” header_3_font_size_phone=”30px” header_3_font_size_last_edited=”on|desktop” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

Work-Life Balance<\/h3>\n

[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16.1″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]Work allows you to provide for yourself and your family while also serving a purpose in the community, but when it takes over your life, it can negatively affect your health.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/4-mind-4-body-work-life-balance.pdf” url_new_window=”on” button_text=”LEARN MORE” _builder_version=”4.17.0″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.17.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16.1″ _module_preset=”default” header_3_font=”|800|||||||” header_3_font_size=”30px” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” header_3_font_size_tablet=”35px” header_3_font_size_phone=”30px” header_3_font_size_last_edited=”on|desktop” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

Spirituality and Religion<\/h3>\n

[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16.1″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]Regardless of whether you rely on meditation, yoga or religion, caring for your soul is an important part of taking care of yourself that can improve physical and mental health along the way. It is important to connect with your spiritual side in order to find that mind-body connection.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/4-mind-4-body-spirituality-and-religion.pdf” url_new_window=”on” button_text=”LEARN MORE” _builder_version=”4.17.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.17.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16.1″ _module_preset=”default” header_3_font=”|800|||||||” header_3_font_size=”30px” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” header_3_font_size_tablet=”35px” header_3_font_size_phone=”30px” header_3_font_size_last_edited=”on|desktop” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

Additional Mental Health Resources<\/h3>\n

[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16.1″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]A healthy lifestyle can help prevent the onset or worsening of mental health conditions, as well as chronic conditions like heart disease, diabetes and obesity. It can also help people recover from these conditions. For those dealing with a chronic health condition and the people who care for them, it can be especially important to focus on mental health. When dealing with dueling diagnoses, focusing on both physical and mental health concerns can be daunting but critically important in achieving overall wellness.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/mhm-2019-toolkit-additional-resources-0.pdf” url_new_window=”on” button_text=”LEARN MORE” _builder_version=”4.17.0″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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