Mental Health Good News

Stories about people and organizations making a difference for mental health — and fighting the stigma around mental health

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These Organizations Help Dogs When Their Owners Are In Need

So it makes it that much more difficult when folks facing obstacles — like housing insecurity, hospitalization, or deployment — need to find a new way to take care of their furry friends. Luckily, other animal-loving helpers have dedicated their livelihoods to helping others.
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Books about Hope: “The Book of Hope: A Survival Guide for Trying Times” by Douglas Abrams and Jane Goodall, “Ladder to the Light: An Indigenous Elder’s Meditations on Hope and Courage” by Steven Charleston, and “Hope in the Dark: Untold Histories, Wild Possibilities” by Rebecca Solnit

22 Books About Hope To Inspire Inspiration & Action

Hope has fueled movements, allowed us to seek solutions, and inspires us to keep moving forward. We’ve rounded up the best books to help you feel hopeful.
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Awareness Ribbons: What Does a Green Ribbon Mean?

Green awareness ribbons signify more than just mental health awareness — we’ve curated the complete guide to their numerous meanings.
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A photo collage of a doctor, Patagonia founder, Yvon Chouinard, a humpback whale, an ambulance, and Dylan Mulvaney

Patagonia, Whales, & Grief Kits - Good News This Week: December 31st 2022

Your weekly roundup of the best good news worth celebrating...
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“Love life. Engage in it. Give it all you’ve got. Love it with a passion because life truly does give back, many times over, what you put into it.” — Maya Angelou

115 Best Maya Angelou Quotes About Life, Love, & Change

Maya Angelou’s legacy lives on today through her powerful writing and tireless activism. She will always be remembered as a pioneer in the fight for civil rights and equality, and her work continues to inspire and empower activists around the world.
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July Awareness Month Calendar

July: Awareness Months & Holidays for Causes

The ultimate calendar of July’s awareness days, national months, and more...
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Photos of the Best Anxiety Tattoo Ideas

26 Anxiety Tattoo Ideas To Remind You of Your Power

We’ve curated ideas and photos of anxiety-related tattoos (some popular, some creative) to give you a launchpad for a special design that might help you also find your way back to your body.
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The best examples of mental health tattoos

49 Meaningful Mental Health Tattoo Ideas

While everyone has their own experience with mental health and healing, we’ve brainstormed some mental health-related tattoo ideas to help you get the creative juices flowing.
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Top Self Care Apps: Aloe Bud, Whole, and I Am

21 (Free & Paid) Self-Care Apps Worth the Download

Incorporating self-compassion and care into our routines allows us to feel, sleep, and do better. We’ve compiled a list of our favorite self-care apps to get you started...
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Best mental health newsletters: Wondermind, the Goodnewsletter, and Extra Focus

14 Mental Health Newsletters for a Happy & Healthy Inbox

We’ve gathered some of the most refreshing email newsletters seeking to destigmatize mental health, offering tools to cope, and creating safe online spaces for others to share their experiences...
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A photo collage of Odilia Romero, a research facility, Kate Brown, two men posing for the camera, and solar panels

Clean Energy, Firefighters, & Creativity - Good News This Week: December 17th 2022

Your weekly roundup of the best good news worth celebrating...
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51 Ways To Cheer Yourself Up When Life Gets You Down

Without giving into toxic positivity or succumbing to feelings of hopelessness, there are ways to cope — that are self-sustaining, and maybe even essential to your healing journey.
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