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Mental Health & Spirituality: An Advocacy Resource
A free resource centering storytelling by diverse folks making meaning, navigating health systems, and advocating for mental health justice.

Derek "Riven" H. Sire, MSW
Jun 8, 20232 min read
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Choosing, Not Chosen
Hosting these conversations, I realized my childhood faith began crumbling when I first hoped that just one of 'God's damned' wasn't one.

Derek "Riven" H. Sire, MSW
May 31, 20237 min read
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There's Nothing Like It
"I believe there is a higher power. There is probably a God. I strongly believe in the Virgin of Guadalupe."

Derek H. Sire, MSW
May 19, 20234 min read
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Searching for Home
If we're silent about our stories, individuals, families–our communities as a whole–won't know how hard it is.

Derek H. Sire, MSW
May 16, 20236 min read
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Advocate
This moment gave me the courage NOT to be silent or afraid, to advocate for my two daughters' best interests.

Derek H. Sire & Alejandra Romero
Apr 28, 20235 min read
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Closer Than You Know
"Allah is deeply present, understanding your struggles and experiences, even if you cannot explain it yourself."

Derek H. Sire
Mar 28, 20235 min read
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Meditative, Grateful Belonging
It's when I notice signs of "weakness" that my self-confidence comes out.

Derek H. Sire
Mar 17, 20235 min read
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It Makes My Soul Happy
"I need answers, not mystery." Spirituality, for Kim, is being "empowered to make changes in my own life."

Derek H. Sire
Feb 7, 20234 min read
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Amanda Retzer's Story
Each day is uncertain, but I know I have the skills and experiences to get me through whatever comes my way.

Amanda Retzer
Dec 28, 20223 min read
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Salud Mental en la Comunidad Latina
Siempre hay Luz al final del túnel, y que nunca hay que perder la esperanza.

Alejandra Romero
Dec 28, 20222 min read
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Sara Gray’s Story
The most important piece of information we walked away with is we were not alone.

Sara Gray
Nov 27, 20226 min read
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Practicing Self-Care When Your Adult Child is Diagnosed With Serious Mental Illness
Develop your self-care practice as a time of calm to rely on when the chaos of life comes.

Sara Gray
Oct 27, 20224 min read
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It's Just a Matter of Time
Mental health is not something that has to be complicated, it just has to make sense to me.
Theresa Kronenburger
Sep 27, 20224 min read
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That Feeling When....?
The voice in your head telling you that you can’t... you don’t deserve… aren’t worthy…no way to get things where you want them…is a LIAR.

Kimberly Mebane
Aug 31, 20222 min read
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29 Reasons to Give $29 on Our 29th (29 razones para dar $29 a nuestro cumpleaños de 29 años)
Our FREE mental health programs exist because of our communities’ generosity. NAMI KDK is neighbors helping neighbors through support...

Derek H. Sire, Kim Mebane, & Debbie Galvez
Jul 21, 20221 min read
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Fake It Till You Make It and My Mental Health Journey
When it means not telling anyone I'm having a hard time, "faking it till I make it,"poses a danger.

Derek H. Sire
May 31, 20222 min read
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Taking Care of Yourself After the Winter Holidays
Happy February! The weeks after the winter holidays can be very difficult to get through. It is cold, subsequent snowfalls can make for a...
Debbie Galvez
Feb 15, 20221 min read
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Healthy Minds Create Healthy Communities
Public health workers are dedicated to promoting and protecting the health of all people in all communities. Revised in September of 2020...
Joe Walsh
Oct 29, 20212 min read
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Summer Self Care
Summer: a time for beautiful weather, vacation, and relaxation. Sometimes, it isn't always sunshine, and I want us to remember not to...
Lauren Walsh
Jul 14, 20212 min read
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How to be a supportive ally for loved ones in the LGBTQIA+ community
June is Pride month! It's a fantastic time to learn more about how to be a supportive ally for loved ones in the LGBTQIA+ community.
Allison Grady
Jun 21, 20213 min read
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