National Alliance on Mental Illness of New York City

"By paying more attention to the things you get right in life, you can become more emotionally resilient and focused in spite of your struggle with anxiety or depression, according to a recent study published by the University of California, Berkley," from Psychology Today https://www.psychologytoday.com//live-better-feel-better-i

If you are a family member of a frontline professional, it’s natural for you to worry about their health and well-being, especially right now. Learn more about how you can support your loved ones at NAMI.org/frontlinewellness #FirstRespondersFirst

"Having empathy for your partner is imperative. Giving yourself space to have the complex feelings that come with your partner’s depression is important too. The only way to get through the lows is with patience and grace," from Scary Mommy https://www.scarymommy.com/partners-depression-hard-relati/

With concerns about passing COVID-19 to family and friends, PPE shortages, financial pressures and long hours, we know that frontline professionals needsupport now more than ever. Visit NAMI.org/frontlinewellness for resourcesthat can help #FirstRespondersFirst

NAMI-NYC has a social group, "Knit 2 Unwind"! Check out this great article from The New York Times on all of the great benefits of knitting for your mental health. Join us every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month from 11am to 12:30pm ET. https://www.nytimes.com//at-home/knitting-mood-booster.html