May is Mental Health Awareness Month

Turning awareness into action

This May, we honor Mental Health Awareness Month, embracing the 2025 national theme: “Turn Awareness into Action.” This year’s theme reminds us that while raising awareness is important, the real work lies in creating change — both within ourselves and in our communities. Mental health is a vital part of our overall well-being, and every small act of care, connection, and advocacy contributes to a healthier, more just world.

There are many ways to get involved this month. If you’re in New York City, consider joining NAMIWalks NYC on Saturday, May 20th, at the Seaport District — a powerful community event combining movement, storytelling, and resources to support mental health programs. If you’re in Southern Maine, celebrate NAMI Night with the Portland Sea Dogs on Friday, May 23rd at Hadlock Field, where mental health awareness will take center stage at the ballpark. Whether you’re walking, cheering, sharing your own journey, or simply checking in on a loved one, every action matters.

Together, let’s move from awareness to meaningful action — and continue building a future where mental health care is accessible, supported, and celebrated for all.

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“Spring Clean” Your Mental Health

As the days get longer and the weather warms up, spring invites us to open the windows — not just in our homes, but also in our minds and hearts. It’s the perfect time to “spring clean” your mental health and refresh the practices that support your well-being.

Here are a few simple ways to nurture your mental health this season:

• Get outside daily. Even a few minutes of fresh air and sunlight can lift your mood, regulate your sleep, and reduce stress. Take a slow walk, sit in a park, or simply step outside and breathe deeply.

• Declutter your space, declutter your mind. Clearing out your physical environment can help create a sense of calm and mental spaciousness. Start small — a drawer, a closet, a corner.

• Reconnect with joyful movement. With warmer weather, explore ways to move your body that feel nourishing, not punishing — whether it’s hiking, biking, dancing, or stretching in the sun.

• Refresh your social connections. Spring is a natural time for renewal — reach out to old friends, join a community event, or simply have more conversations in real life. Meaningful connection is medicine.

• Check in with your emotional needs. Just as we check our homes for needed repairs each season, it’s good to check in on ourselves. Therapy, journaling, and mindful reflection can help you realign with what you need most right now.

Spring reminds us that growth is not only possible — it’s natural. May this season bring you warmth, renewal, and deeper grounding in your mental well-being.

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