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Breaking Barriers so Marginalized Communities can break cycles to reach their Mental Wealth!! Bullshit Free Style!! www.choosingempowerment.com

June 12, 2016 Remembering Pulse Tragedy LGBTQ+ Resilience Today
a poster with a Black woman on the left, surrounded by tribal patterns in green, red, and yellow. It says Join Choosing Empowerment and The Brown Sugar Experience at the Juneteenth Block Party. June 19 5pm-9pm, Robin Bledsoe Park. 601 South Bagdad Leander, TX 78641. Visit our booth, say hey, and celebrate freedom, culture, and community with us.
Who you are matters. Your identity deserves to be seen, respected, and valued in every space you enter. (There are various illustrations: a person with a rainbow afro and a martini, 2 people looking lovingly at each other, and a person on the shoulders of another with a rainbow flag. It says "Pride" in rainbow colors at the bottom)
You deserve to belong. There's a group of stick figures sitting in a circle, and one is pointing up at a Pride flag in the shape of a heart.
Happy Pride Month with lots of people celebrating with rainbow pride flags
"I can't take that on right now" is in a speech bubble with a plus-sized Black man standing there
Boundaries protect you
Support is available; you are not alone.
Go at your own pace. Trust is built over time. Tools that fit your life. Support without judgement.
A picture of a therapist and client sitting in chairs. The client has a tangled ball above her, and the therapist is untangling it. The quote says, "It starts with a conversation where your story, identity, and lived experiences matter."
A picture of a person with puzzle pieces coming out of their head. There's a small quote at the top that says, "It's okay to not be okay." At the bottom, it says, "Thinking about therapy? You don't have to have it all figured out."
An 8-bit Black girl with a speech bubble that says, “I belong in every room I walk into”
Burnout builds quietly. (There's a man with his head in his hand while drinking coffee in front of a computer.)
Self-Care can be simple 1. Talk about your problem 2. It's okay to change your mind 3. Keeping your body healthy 4. Talk to your self 5. Meditation
You might be more stressed than you realize with an illustration of a person stressed out at a desk
a post on a cream-colored background that reads: "Mental strain shows up in ways we often overlook." There's a brain icon with the word concentration, arrows with the words mood shifts, a plate and utensils icon with food, a moon icon with sleep, a sad cloud with sadness, and a face with the word worry.
A Few Ways to Overcome Loneliness www.choosingempowerment.com -Reach out first. Call or text someone you care about -Join a Group. Find a local or online community. -Share Traditions. Invite others to join a holiday activity or start a new one. -Show Gratitude. Tell people you appreciate them.
Here are some ways how you can practice gratitude: 1. Journaling: Reflect and write down three to five things you are grateful for daily, every few days, or every week. 2. Gratitude jar: Write down things you are grateful for on little slips of paper and fill them in a jar. If you need a quick pick-me-up, take a few notes out of the jar to remind yourself of what is good in your life. 3. Gratitude rock: Find a stone you like, carry it with you, and leave it in sight. Whenever you see it or touch it, pause to think about at least one thing you are grateful for. 4. Gratitude walk: Take a walk with the intention of observing the things you see around you. Take it all in. You can even do this together with a loved one. 5. Gratitude letter: Write a hand-written letter to a person you are particularly grateful to have in your life. Be detailed. Express all their beautiful qualities and how they have improved your life. 6. Gratitude meditation: Unlike a regular meditation, where you notice your breath and keep your mind clear, during a gratitude meditation, you visualize all the things in your life that you are grateful for.
Mindfulness Tips 1.Back To Nature Reconnect with nature and restore your spirit. Make it a point to visit a nearby lake or mountain once a month. It's a simple way to boost your mood and find peace. 2.Wake Up With Goals Start your day with purpose. Ask yourself: What’s my goal today? Keep it real, keep it focused, and take a step toward what matters most to you. 4.Listen To a Good Song Remember to fill your days with the rhythm that speaks to you. Embrace the power of your favorite songs and let them accompany you through every moment. 3.Enjoy Every Meals Life’s too short to skip your favorites. Unapologetically treat yourself to your favorite meal at least once a week and savor the joy it brings. www.choosingempowerment.com
Relax, Breathe, Recharge Stress is normal, but don't let it take over your joy for the holidays. Tips for stress management -Inhale deeply for 4 seconds, exhale slowly for 6 seconds. -Take a break - go for a leisurely walk or make time for a short stretch. -Write in a journal to vent your emotions. -Limit doomscrolling and give your mind a rest. -Stay connected with people you love.
Thoughtful Thursday Continue the spirit of giving. A donation of just $62 covers the cost of a session. Venmo: @choosingempowerment Cashapp: $ChoosingEmpowerment Donate Today
Introducing Cyclebreaking Whole Mamas: A Support Circle for Maternal Health and Healing Starting 11-18-2025 at 7PM CST Virtual Zoom Meets Weekly 30 days of free group-4 free sessions!! Join our Cyclebreaking Whole Mamas FB group wholemamas@choosingempowerment.com
Leave a trail of kindness wherever you go
Signs of Burnout in Men 1. Persistent Fatigue and/ or Headaches 2. Lack of Motivation 3. Feeling Hopelessness 4. Increased Irritability 5. A Sense of Cynicism 6. Changes in Sleep Patterns 7. Stomach Pain www.choosingempowerment.com
There's a background of a soldier looking at the ground, and a brain on him. It reads: Let vulnerability be your strength Mental health for those who serve.
It's okay to ask for help
Check in With Yourself A simple way to tune into your feelings Ask how you feel right now Note one thing that's been on your mind Identify what you need today Write it down or say it out loud
5 Essential Tips to Manage Stress 1. Spend time with loved ones 2. Eat nutritious foods 3. Get quality sleep 4. Move your body 5. Do 1 enjoyable thing every day
Introducing Cyclebreaking Whole Mamas: A Support Circle for Maternal Health and Healing Because whole mamas deserve healing Cyclebreaking Whole Mamas is a safe, therapeutic community for women navigating the emotional ups and downs of motherhood and reproductive health. Whether you're dealing with fibroids, PCOS, infertility, pregnancy, or postpartum challenges, this group offers a space to share, heal, and grow together.
A graphic featuring a person meditating in the center to illustrate the 4-7-8 breathing technique. Inhale for 4 seconds, hold for 7 seconds, and exhale for 8 seconds.
Men’s Mental Health Stats Depression 6 million U.S. men are affected by depression each year. Depression and suicide are the leading causes of death amongst men. Seeking Help Only 40% of men with a mental health condition seek help compared to 52% of women with mental health conditions. Live Longer On average, men will die 4.9 years earlier than women for largely preventable reasons. Self-Medication Men are 2 to 3 times more likely to self-medicate with substances than women.
A large black moustache in the middle of a teal background. It reads "Start the Conversation. Men's Mental Health Awareness"
Breast Cancer Awareness Month There is limited data on breast cancer risks in transgender people. www.choosingempowerment.com
Your mental health matters. Know when to seek help. Symptoms of Anxiety Disorder 1. Physical Symptoms 2. Cognitive Symptoms 3. Emotional Symptoms 4. Behavioral Symptoms 5. Panic Attacks www.choosingempowerment.com
To all the survivors and to those who are going through Choosing Empowerment Supports You Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Breast Cancer Awareness Month Learn the Facts www.choosingempowerment.com
October Breast Cancer Awareness Month A woman in the U.S. today has a 1 in 8 chance of developing breast cancer over her lifetime and a 1 in 43 chance of dying from breast cancer. www.choosingempowerment.com (On a light pink background with words written in shades of pink and white. There is a pink ribbon on the left and white outlines of butterflies surrounding the ribbon)
Breast Cancer Awareness Month Black women are more likely to die from breast cancer than women of any other racial or ethnic group. Check your tatas!! www.choosingempowerment.com (All on a light pink background with 2 hands grasping across the screen, and a pink ribbon is wrapped around the hands.
www.choosingempowerment.com Breast Cancer Awareness This is written in white on a black background. There is a pink satin ribbon throughout the picture. There is a pink heart with a white ribbon in the center of the picture
Suicide Prevention Awareness ~ Sept 28 - Family Silence "Generational silence is deadly. Talking about mental health in our families breaks curses and saves lives. Start the convo. Don't wait. #GenerationalHealing #CycleBreakers"
Apoya la salud mental de tu hijo. -Crea un fuerte vinculo familiar -Ofrece apoyo incondicional -Aceptalos por lo que son Mes de Conceintizacion Sobrela Prevencion del suicidio
Suicide Orevention Awareness Sept 26 - Workplace "Work ain't more important than your life. Employers--stop pretending wellness emails fix burnout. Real prevention is humane workplaces. #workplaceWellness #BarrierBrakers
A video that shows various flashing GIFs with people and families: Support Your Child's Mental Health. -Build a strong family bond -Offer unconditional support -Accept them for who they are Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
5 Ways to Take Mental Wealth Actions Start Conversations Initiate discussions about mental health & suicide to reduce stigma. NO Judgement Connect with them on personal level, absent of judgement. Listen to their stories and reasoning to encourage empathy. Keep Them Safe Ask if they've thought about how to hurt themselves. Separate them from anything that they could use for harm (medications, firearms, etc.) Connect Them Provide information and resources about in-person groups. Suggest physical or outdoor activity. Give resources for mental health & therapists. Use 9-8-8 in a crisis. Be There, Stay There Continue to check-in with them. Ask if they need more resources. Assess their moods. www.choosingempowerment.com
PROJECT 2025 AFSP.ORG/PROJECT2025 The Goal: Reduce the National Suicide Rate 20% by 2025 afsp.org/Project2025 AmericanFoundation for Suicide Prevention
Suicide Prevention Month There is an aqua colored background with a large, purple semicolon in the middle. On the left is reads: The semicolon story: a symbol of survival The semicolon (;) isn’t just punctuation, it’s a lifeline. In writing, a semicolon is used when the author could’ve ended the sentence, but chose to continue. In life, it became a symbol for suicide prevention: a mark of survival, resilience, and choice. On the right, it reads: Your life is not a period. Your story continues.
Suicide Prevention Awareness Sometimes the line between thought and technology gets blurry. When the mind meets the machine. (There is a computer with the website for choosing empowerment that also says "Ask for help"
Suicide Prevention Awareness Warning Signs "Know the signs! • Sudden withdrawal, • changes in sleep, • giving away possessions, • hopeless talk These are not 'attention-seeking, They're signals. Pay attention, show up. National Suicide Prevention Month
Paranoia in the age of algorithms. Suicide prevention means meeting people where they are, including the digital battlefields of their minds. Humanity is greater than the machine
Suicide Prevention Awareness Snapshot of Suicide in the U.S. Nearly 50,000 lives lost in 2022: an average of 14.2 suicides per 100,000 people. USAFactssave.org • Number 11 on the list of leading causes of death. For ages 10-14 and 20-34, it ranks even higher, as the second leading cause. Check on your people