As the seasons change, our lives can move so quickly that we can forget to take a breath and take stock of what’s happening around us. In Northeast Florida, we experience this a bit differently than other parts of the country, as our mornings begin to get a bit cooler before warming up into comfortable, mild afternoons. However, we still experience shorter days with less sunlight, and even these small changes can require adjustments for the sake of our mental health. How Seas

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, and We Need to Talk About It. Each September marks Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, and it’s a great reminder to us all that we need to talk about the reality of suicide. When someone dies by suicide, it creates a ripple effect that is felt by their friends, family, community, and beyond. Up to 135 people are affected by a single suicide. These are real lives affected, not just statistical numbers. Suicide Prevention: How to

50.2 million Americans consider themselves in recovery from substance use and/or mental health problems. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMSHA) describes recovery as, "a process of change through which individuals improve their health and wellness, live self-directed lives, and strive to reach their full potential. Recovery signals a dramatic shift in the expectation for positive outcomes for individuals who experience mental and substance use