My Mind Posts
Check out the latest news, views, and thoughts from young people across Indian Country.
What’s PrEP
PrEP makes preventing HIV easy. But, what is PrEP, and who is...
Why is fentanyl dangerous?
Everyone is talking about fentanyl, and for good reason; it’s more common...
Seven Generations
Young American Indian men, especially in the Northern Plains, face a greater...
Self-Love Made Me Do It
When a candle is lit, the fire comes from another source- whether...
How to Boost Your Self-Esteem
Your self-esteem is the way you look at, or perceive, yourself. If...
BRAVE: Episode 7
Resiliency is in Our Blood
Resilience has become a bit of a buzzword in Native Country. A...
Breaking Trauma Cycles
Ancestral Gifts We inherit many things from our parents, from their parents,...
BRAVE: Episode 6
What is Trauma?
Trauma is a distressing experience that can impact us emotionally, mentally, physically,...
Healing From Trauma
After you experience trauma, it might seem like you will never feel...
BRAVE: Episode 5
Honor Your Needs
To give yourself the energy you need when you face a difficult...
Learn to Identify Your Emotions
Sometimes we can identify our emotions through how our body feels. When...
Brave: Episode 4
Learn to Be Present in Your Body
After trauma, we may feel like our mind is caught up in...
Finding Balance in Your Day-to-Day Activities
Trauma often throws us off- mentally, spiritually, emotionally, and physically- but there...
BRAVE: Episode 3
Form Healthy Relationships with Trusted People
Coping with trauma on your own can be difficult. Think of the...
Cope with Things That Remind You of Trauma
Our brains are always scanning the environment for danger. When we have...
BRAVE: Episode 1
Reaching Out For Help
Sometimes the bravest thing we can do when we are struggling is...
Managing Our Mental Health
Mental health is how we think about things and our conscious...
Sunhawk / Managing Stress
Self-Care
Self-care is key for taking care of ourselves and achieving our life’s...
Indigenizing Your Self-Care
Self-care means taking care of the whole self – physically, emotionally, mentally,...
Olivia / Keeping It All Inside
Self-Compassion
Treating ourselves with compassion can have a big impact on the quality...
Why Do I Keep Saying “Yes?”
You have done it again! You’ve said ‘yes’ to something you don’t...
Nadira / Reaching Out for Help at College
Coping with Stress
Everyone feels stressed at times, but stress is not always bad. Sometimes...
Cultivating Self-Love
Want to build your confidence, self-esteem, and wellness? It all starts with...
Maiya / Dealing with Anxiety Attacks
Mindfulness Meditation
Sometimes everyday stress can get to you. For some of us, it...
Mountain Meditation
Sit tall with a long spine and your head erect to allow...
Kennedy / Seeing Kindness
Sleep Week
I love sharing good health and wellness material on our We R...
Honor LGBTQ2S People
Protect yourself and your family from suicide. Statistics show the risk of...
Kaytlynn / Combatting Stressors
Mental Health Tips
Health requires mental, emotional, physical & spiritual balance. Mind, body, spirit, and...
Be Consistent, Be Persistent, and Measure Your Progress
Anyone and everyone can start a fitness program that meets their goal....
Jowun / Self-Care For Me
All About Cardio Training
What Is Cardio Training? Cardio training is to improve heart fitness. Good...
Bullying
Bullying is unwanted, aggressive behavior that involves a real or perceived power...
Isis / School Stressors
Seeking Counseling or Therapy
Individual counseling involves talking about your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors, and the...
After Someone Dies: Moving Back Into Your Routine
Managing life after the memorial service. After the service, you might have...
Aurora / Connection
After Someone has Died: How You Might Feel
Initial reactions. When someone close to you dies, you might experience a...
Anxiety
Anxiety is an uncomfortable feeling of fear or imminent disaster, and is...
Ashley / Self-Care Looks Different For Everyone
Anxiety Disorders
Anxiety versus anxiety disorders Everyone gets anxious from time to time. Anxiety...
Anxiety Disorders: Types, Causes, and Symptoms
There are many different types of anxiety disorders, each with their own...
#Indigilove Recap Video
Coping With A Stressful Event
There are many life events that can be viewed as stressful. Examples...
Dealing with Stereotypes and Racism
Most of us know that racism and stereotypes suck. Some of us...
Heart of the Land | Prevent Suicide
Gratitude And Their Influence On Your Happiness
Being grateful—or having gratitude—for the past can positively affect your future. You...
How Does a Person Become Resilient?
A number of factors contribute to a person’s ability to be resilient...
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Represent We R Native
Managing Anger
Everyone gets angry at one time or another. Anger is a normal...
988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
988 is the new three-digit dialing code that will route callers to...
Dreamcatcher-We Need You Here
Our community is like a #dreamcatcher. Each strand has it’s own qualities,...
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a type of anxiety disorder that involves...
Panic Attacks
Panic attacks are sudden periods of intense fear or extreme anxiety. They...
Lived Experience: Ceci’s Story
Two Spirit: loved & accepted
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Frightening, overwhelming, or traumatic experiences can have a strong impact on your...
Worried About Someone Feeling Depressed
When a friend or family member is feeling down for a long...
Lived Experience: Reese’s Story
LGBT: loved & accepted
Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia is a serious mental illness and often interferes with a person’s...
Self-Esteem
Your self-esteem is the way you look at or perceive yourself. If...
Lived Experience: Shea’s Story
Two Spirit: loved & accepted.
Social Anxiety
Social anxiety disorder, or social phobia, is a persistent and extreme fear...
Some Different Types of Mental Health Problems
Depressive disorder When someone feels sad for a period of time longer...
Breaking the Statistics
Spokane area Indian youth showing how they’re breaking statistics.
Suicide Warning Signs
You can help prevent suicide if you know what signs to look...
Supporting Someone with A Mental Illness
Someone who is experiencing mental health difficulties is usually able to live...
Gangs
Nonfiction film about the gang crisis in Indian Country.
Understanding Mental Health Difficulties
Mental health problems can cause people to think, act and feel differently...
Wanting to End Your Life
Are you feeling desperate and hopeless? Are you alone with no one to...
Managing Stress
Stress is all too natural. But here are some tips for keeping...
When Life Sucks and You Feel Like S–t
Life sucks sometimes, and all of us at one time or another,...
When Someone Takes Their Own Life: How You Might Feel
If someone you love has taken his or her life, you might...
When Rumors Escalate
Online comments are misconstrued. A 14 year-old girl is victimized online when...
When Your Friend Is Talking About Suicide
If your friend tells you he or she is feeling suicidal, take...
Raven Learns to Challenge Negative Self-talk
Raven was a great flier with a keen eye for catching her...
When Your Friend is Talking About Suicide
Rob shares what he would do if his friend was suicidal.
Write a Resume That Will Make You Shine
Writing a resume that makes you stand out doesn’t have to be...
Run for it!
Have you ever considered running for a tribal office or position? As...
We’re in This Together
A video documentary about how one group of youth are using friendship...
National Suicide Prevention Week
Suicide is a troubling topic that most of us would rather not...
Kogee Clark
I would like to thank you all for the opportunity to share...
Natives and Sports
Arabella Zephier (Yankton Sioux, Ihanktonwan Oyate) talks about her struggles with wanting...
Improve your Mood
Here are some easy changes you can make to improve your mood:...
Celebrating Minority Mental Health Month
Spotlight on Tribal Behavioral Health Needs July is Minority Mental Health Month....
We Are Thankful
There are many things to be thankful for…..family, friends, community and much...
Awkward Ft. Helena Jim – It’s Hard
If you’re feeling kind of down, we’ve got some things that may...
Historical Trauma – Steps in Healing
Many Native teens still carry historical trauma with them today. How many...
We Are Not Alone
Haida warrior: Anthony discusses his experience living in Hydaburg, AK, his struggles...
Some Ways to Stop Being Violent
Violence is not O.K., and nobody should have to put up with...
Smudging
Have you ever been at a powwow or a ceremonial gathering and...
Suicide Warning Signs
Leading the charge to prevent suicide: Tessa talks about her experiences with...
Spiritual Well-being
Steven offers some advice and encourages us to be positive…each day
Ripple Effect
When you’re feeling down, try talking with someone who can help. Call...
Growing Up with Mental Health Disorders
Trevon and Nicolas share their life experiences facing mental health disorders. Video...
Benefits Of Physical Activity And Exercise
MY BODY Lanelle talks about her love for the game of basketball...
Choices
Life choices come at you fast. The choices you make today, affect...
