Joshua Weil’s Post

The holiday season can bring both joy and challenges, and as we wrap up what has been a difficult year for many, it's important to remember that it's okay to not feel okay. Whether you're dealing with stress, loneliness, loss, or simply feeling overwhelmed, please know that you're not alone. I wanted to share some free mental health resources that may help. While these can't replace professional help, they can be valuable tools for support, especially when the holiday season intensifies our emotions or when traditional services might be less accessible. **24/7 Crisis Support** • Need immediate support? Text HOME to 741741 or call 988 • The Trevor Project (https://lnkd.in/eSw_r9hA) - LGBTQ+ Support • Veterans Crisis Line(https://lnkd.in/e9NkBUr2) - Press 1 after 988 **Free Professional Resources** National Institute of Mental Health](https://www.nimh.nih.gov/) - Evidence-based research & guides • NAMI (https://www.nami.org/) - Support groups, education & community • 7 Cups(https://www.7cups.com/) - 24/7 chat with trained listeners • SAMHSA Treatment Locator](https://findtreatment.gov/) - Find local support **Free Mental Wellness Apps** • Insight Timer(https://insighttimer.com/) - Largest free meditation library • Healthy Minds Program (https://lnkd.in/eE-PfMkR) - Science-based mindfulness • [Wysa](https://www.wysa.io/) - AI support & mood tracking • [What's Up?](https://lnkd.in/eQw5TaNc) - CBT & ACT tools **Free Learning Resources** • Yale's Science of Well-Being(https://lnkd.in/eHGkJFma) - Popular happiness course • Mental Health First Aid (https://lnkd.in/ew_GK35R) - Learn to support others **Helpful Self-Care Tools** • Therapy Aid (https://lnkd.in/eTSQD_-f) - Free CBT worksheets • MindTools (https://www.mindtools.com/) - Stress management techniques HearthMath Institute (https://www.heartmath.org/) The Tapping Solution (https://lnkd.in/eSvZsSW6) Student & Young Adult Support • ULifeline (http://www.ulifeline.org/) - College mental health resources • Active Minds(https://lnkd.in/exNtVWPv) - Student mental health support • Campus Mind Works (https://lnkd.in/er-4vJMc) - University wellness guides Remember: These resources are helpful tools, but if you're in crisis, please reach out to emergency services or call 988 for immediate support. You don't have to carry your burdens alone. If these resources help you, please share them with others. Sometimes the simple act of sharing can let someone know they're not alone in their struggles. If you have additional resources that have helped, share below to help others. #MentalHealth #HolidaySupport #WellnessResources #SelfCare #MentalHealthAwareness #FreeResources #YouAreNotAlone Note: Links and services may vary by region. Always verify current availability in your area.