Building healthy relationships with friends, adults, and mentors who support you for who you are is a key part of finding the help, hope, and healing you need to thrive.
“Building healthy relationships with people who support you for who you are can help you find hope and healing. Here’s what I did to create trusting relationships and support my mental health and well-being.” – Dr. Isom
Ready to identify and cultivate a support network that fosters hope, healing, and resilience in your life? Watch this video, grab a notebook, and try this exercise:
Try this mindfulness meditation on building healthy relationships — with yourself and with people who value you for who you are.
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“Research shows that hope is more than just wishful thinking. Hope can empower us to set goals, identify pathways, and take action in ways that shape our lives and support our mental health. Here’s what I’ve learned about how hope can guide our steps as we build resilience and find healing.” – Dr. Isom
Share the connecting power of hope and emotional well-being with your friends on social. Grab this image and share it with your own message of hope!
In a world filled with different forms of injustice, being self-aware and connecting with others is crucial for building more inclusive communities committed to mindful justice. Understanding how identity — like race, gender, and ability — shapes your experiences can help you forge deeper connections and advocate for justice as you support your mental health.
Using Maya Angelou’s powerful poem, “Caged Bird,” this reflection exercise can help you explore freedom, resilience, and well-being. Watch the video and try the exercise:
Research shows everyone can experience tough moments trying to connect with others. You may have disagreements, experience intense emotions, or feel anxious. But, you can learn to create and benefit from meaningful connections.
For young people of color, justice is more than just a legal concept. Justice shapes your physical and mental health. Taking steps toward justice can enhance your sense of empowerment and benefit your mental health. Here are a few tips to help you on your journey.
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