As Memorial Day approaches, it's important to remember and honor the brave men and women who have served in the military, protecting our freedoms and ensuring our safety. While we gather with loved ones for barbecues and parades, it's crucial also to recognize the mental health challenges that many veterans face.

Despite what we know about how the brain works and the popularity of things like Yoga and mindfulness, there is still a wide misunderstanding of what it means to struggle with mental health issues and how to achieve consistent mental wellness. But the danger is that these misconceptions can prevent people from seeking help or understanding the struggles of those who are dealing with mental health issues.

May is recognized as Mental Health Awareness Month. But it needs more than just fancy social posts and the right hashtag. Raising awareness should spark a conversation, change an attitude, and perhaps usher in hope for someone. It’s a reminder that we shouldn’t be sitting back watching from the sidelines.

It’s May. That means four things: Spring, Star Wars Day, Cinco de Mayo, and most importantly, Mental Health Awareness Month. Every May, the goal is to stop and focus a bit, not just on our mental health but the mental health of those we care about.

Forgiveness is a powerful tool in how you build and maintain relationships. And yes, you should be quick to forgive. Not only does it wield incredible power in your own mind, but also the mind of the person you are forgiving. However, this doesn't mean you need to forget; it means you may need to create necessary boundaries. 

Have you ever given up on a goal because the path forward had an unexpected obstacle, and you didn't know what to do? What you had your sights set on now seems entirely out of reach. Your goal hangs in the balance, and the path forward is not what you expected.