Songwriting and poetry are both excellent ways to express yourself. If you like to write songs, lyrics, or poetry, or if you’ve always wanted to give it a try, this post is for you! This video from Missouri Show Me Hope explains the process for writing a song with I statements, perfect for teens, tweens, [...]
Have you ever heard of a Hope Rock? Hope rocks are rocks that are decorated with lovely designs or inspiring messages. The creator of the hope rock hides the rock for someone else to find. The creator could also keep the rock in a visible place instead. If you find a hope rock unexpectedly, you [...]
Looking for an opportunity to take a break from your day? Try this “Band of Light” meditation with Candis Boiley from Show Me Hope and Tri-County Mental Health. She will lead you through this exercise which focuses on each part of the body. This is an invitation to become aware of your body and how [...]
Vaccination rates are on the rise, and many of us are figuring out how to return to work. This transition may come with many emotions like excitement, overwhelm, and maybe even some fear. Join Candis Boily as she gives 5 tips for returning to work in this video from Missouri Show Me Hope. Get the [...]
Many of us are going through a huge change in the Midwest with masking in public. Because new science is coming out, new rules are being established, and more people are getting vaccinated, mask mandates depend on the level of COVID rates in our area. This change can come with many feelings. You could wish [...]
Have you ever heard of Kintsugi? Kintsugi is a Japanese art form involving broken pottery. Check out this video from Show Me Hope Missouri with more information about Kintsugi and how it may relate to your life right now. Post-Traumatic growth is a term that describes the process of looking back and noticing where we [...]
Tri-County Mental Health is now overseeing the Northland Grandfamilies Program in the Kansas City Northland. This program was previously led by the University of Missouri Extension Center. This program provides outreach and support services to those who are in a kinship role, such as a grandparent raising a grandchild. Families can take different forms and we [...]
Did you know sitting still all day long leads to loss of flexibility, strength, and eventually functionality? COVID-19 has made many of us completely change our exercise routines with limited access to the gym. Physical distancing means we have to stay home, but you can still warm up your body with some seated, dynamic movement [...]
Expectant parents and parents of newborns are experiencing unique challenges during this pandemic. Expectant parents are dealing with many changes that may give them a completely different pregnancy experience than they could have dreamed of. Even the nature of delivering a baby has changed since many hospitals only allow one support person to attend the [...]
In a pandemic, where almost everything changed, individuals are reevaluating their coping skills - some of which are healthier than others. For some, coping skills that have worked in the past are no longer helpful. Others turn to their coping skills more than ever just to get through the day. If smoking is one of [...]
