Mental health has finally worked its way into the national dialogue. One after another, professional athletes, Olympians and film stars have opened up about their struggles and making the difficult decision to prioritize well-being over performance. And they are not alone.
Even before COVID-19 turned our world upside down, 1 in 5 adults experienced a mental illness (NAMI, 2021). The pandemic, along with the economic upheaval and forced lifestyle changes it brought with it, has increased those numbers exponentially. So what can we do? The answer starts with you.
