What is the Reality of Recovery?

What does mental health care look like for veterans?

Even when society recognizes the mental health struggles that active duty military and veterans experience, what does that experience look like? Today we are taking a look at veterans’ experiences with mental health including the culture when you’re active duty, how that translates to civilian life, and the resources they can utilize. Tyler Vela, Pawnee Mental Health’s Military Treatment Coordinator, joins us this episode to talk about his experience in the military and what he sees day to day in his role. Have questions, thoughts, or stories you want to share? We would love to hear from you! Shoot us an email at brightminds@pawnee.org Your mental health matters. While this podcast is meant to foster connection, understanding, and hope, we know that some conversations may bring up difficult or emotional moments. If you need support, help is available and you don’t have to navigate it alone. If you or someone you know is in crisis or experiencing emotional distress, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Free, confidential support is available at any time. To learn more about Pawnee Mental Health, visit us at https://www.pawnee.org [https://www.pawnee.org/]

How does diversity impact mental health?

How does diversity impact and change the way we think about mental health care? In this episode we are exploring what diversity means in the mental health space, specifically how the experiences we have in life change the way we approach that care. We are joined by guest Dr. Jurdene Coleman, Owner & LCMFT of Sage & Summit LLC, who explores the space where diversity and mental health meet. Today is an eye-opening conversation that covers stigma, creating connection, and the perspectives we can see around the world.  Have questions, thoughts, or stories you want to share? We would love to hear from you! Shoot us an email at brightminds@pawnee.org Your mental health matters. While this podcast is meant to foster connection, understanding, and hope, we know that some conversations may bring up difficult or emotional moments. If you need support, help is available and you don’t have to navigate it alone. If you or someone you know is in crisis or experiencing emotional distress, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Free, confidential support is available at any time. To learn more about Pawnee Mental Health, visit us at https://www.pawnee.org [https://www.pawnee.org/]

What is presence practice?

In a world full of obligations and distractions, how do you stay in the moment? Today we are exploring what presence practice means and how it can improve your day to day life. Hall of Fame inspirational speaker, a Best Selling author, and a highly acclaimed comedic entertainer Patrick Combs joins us today to share about presence practice. He will explore what the practice means to him and how he shares it with others, giving them the reigns back on their brains.  Have questions, thoughts, or stories you want to share? We would love to hear from you! Shoot us an email at brightminds@pawnee.org Your mental health matters. While this podcast is meant to foster connection, understanding, and hope, we know that some conversations may bring up difficult or emotional moments. If you need support, help is available and you don’t have to navigate it alone. If you or someone you know is in crisis or experiencing emotional distress, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Free, confidential support is available at any time. To learn more about Pawnee Mental Health, visit us at https://www.pawnee.org [https://www.pawnee.org/]

Why the Hesitation Around Mental Health Meds?

Whether medication is prescribed for mental or physical ailments, why do we experience hesitancy around taking medication? For many, medication for chronic illness can feel overwhelming including finding the right medication and the long-term commitment. We invited physician assistants Cshandar Lamb and Dan Krause to discuss what starting medication looks like, the management after, and other treatment options.  Have questions, thoughts, or stories you want to share? We would love to hear from you! Shoot us an email at brightminds@pawnee.org Your mental health matters. While this podcast is meant to foster connection, understanding, and hope, we know that some conversations may bring up difficult or emotional moments. If you need support, help is available and you don’t have to navigate it alone. If you or someone you know is in crisis or experiencing emotional distress, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Free, confidential support is available at any time. To learn more about Pawnee Mental Health, visit us at https://www.pawnee.org [https://www.pawnee.org/]

Is Your Tank Running on Empty?

In a world focused on trending self-care, making time for that care can feel overwhelming and hard to know where to start. We are opening up May is Mental Health month talking about self-care, exploring the impact of grounding and sleep in your routines. We open with guest Terra Upham, Pawnee Mental Health’s Therapy Services Director, to talk about the importance of sleep and the routines you build around sleep. Vanessa Hager, Studio Manager & Instructor at Little Apple Pilates, joins in the conversation talking about yoga practices that you can take with you every day.  Have questions, thoughts, or stories you want to share? We would love to hear from you! Shoot us an email at brightminds@pawnee.org Your mental health matters. While this podcast is meant to foster connection, understanding, and hope, we know that some conversations may bring up difficult or emotional moments. If you need support, help is available and you don’t have to navigate it alone. If you or someone you know is in crisis or experiencing emotional distress, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Free, confidential support is available at any time. To learn more about Pawnee Mental Health, visit us at https://www.pawnee.org [https://www.pawnee.org/]