Mental Health Minnesota

09/03/2026

“How are you doing?”

“I’m doing okay…”

It’s the automatic response most of us have learned to give, and it’s time to unlearn it.

The reality is, ***dePrevention doesn’t start during a crisis—it begins much earlier, in our everyday conversations.

You might not realize it, but opening up about how you’re truly feeling (and genuinely asking others how they’re doing) is the first step in su***de prevention.

Small acts like checking in with friends, talking honestly about mental health, and breaking down stigma help build a better safety net for everyone.
So, how are you REALLY doing today?

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📞 Need support or just someone to listen right now? You don't have to be in crisis to reach out—call or text 988 anytime to connect with free, confidential help, or chat at 988lifeline.org.

09/01/2026

The truth: Su***de is preventable, and recovery is possible.

Today kicks off ***dePreventionMonth, and all month long, we’ll be sharing helpful resources, working to break down stigma, and reminding everyone that hope is ALWAYS right around the corner. 💜💙
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📞 Need support or just someone to listen? You don't have to be in crisis to reach out—call or text 988 anytime to connect with free, confidential help, or chat at 988lifeline.org.

08/31/2026

Heading to the Minnesota State Fair today? Stop by Dan Patch Park for Mental Health Day at the Fair! 🎡 Step up to the Mental Health Minnesota booth to drop a disk on our Plinko board, grab a free mental health magnet, and learn about our free peer support resources available to every resident across the state. See you at with !

08/31/2026

Grief doesn't follow a linear timeline, and there is no right or wrong way to heal.

Today, on National Grief Awareness Day, we honor everyone carrying loss and remind you to extend extra grace to yourself and others. You don't have to carry it alone.

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If you’re struggling and need someone to talk to, reach out to the Minnesota Warmline. Free and confidential, you can call, text, or chat with a trained peer support counselor ready to provide a compassionate, listening ear today from 9 AM to 1 AM.

📞 Call 855-WARMLINE
💬 Text “Support” to 85511
💻 Chat at mentalhealthmn.org

08/28/2026

Mental health isn't just in your head—it’s in your body, too.

"Somatization" occurs when psychological stress shows up as physical symptoms such as:
• Ongoing fatigue,
• Headaches, or
• Stomach problems.

For some people, these physical signs may actually be the first indication of underlying mental health challenges.

So if you want to look after your mental health, listen to your body ... it's essential to caring for your mind.

08/24/2026

When we talk openly and honestly about mental health, we:

• Help build safer communities around us,
• Make it easier for others to speak up and ask for help,
• Reclaim our power by sharing our struggles out loud.

Break the silence and fight stigma by speaking up, because mental health matters …and so does your story.

(P.S. Share your story with us and it might be featured in our next monthly newsletter! https://mentalhealthmn.org/get-involved/share-your-story/)

08/19/2026

“Positive mental health encompasses more than just the absence of mental illness. It includes aspects of functioning effectively, feeling good, and connecting with others. High levels of mental well-being are associated with better recovery from stressful events, lower risks of chronic disease, and widespread benefits for society.”

We all have mental health, and taking care of our mental health doesn’t end at treatment. While treatment is an important part of recovery, long-term and regular maintenance is also key element of mental wellbeing!

Read the article here:

A recent study published in Nature Mental Health identifies 19 core dimensions of positive mental health. By consulting experts across multiple disciplines, the research offers a standardized framework to define and measure what it means to be truly well.

08/17/2026

08/14/2026

Our team at Mental Health Minnesota was honored to be a part of a recent North Star Stories special episode focused on youth mental health and su***de prevention. 🧠💙

Our 988 Lifeline Center Manager, Jamal Thompson, joined the broadcast to clear up one of the biggest misconceptions about 988: You don’t have to wait for a crisis to reach out.

We are so grateful to Jamal and all of our dedicated 988 counselors who show up every day for Minnesotans when they need it most!

👉 Call or text 988 anytime for free, 24/7 confidential support.
🎧 Check out the full North Star Stories episode at https://ampers.org/nss-weekly-youth-su***de-in-minnesota-how-systemic-factors-can-push-young-people-to-the-edge/!

***dePrevention

08/12/2026

School is right around the corner, and we’re getting ready to kick off the new academic year on a healthy note! 🎒✏️

Join Mental Health Minnesota today at the Sibley County Backpack Community Fair! Stop by our booth to chat with our team, grab free wellness resources, learn about our support programs, and pick up some fun giveaways.

Whether you’re a student, parent, educator, or community member, supporting mental health is an essential part of preparing for a successful school year. We can’t wait to see you!

📍 Where: Sibley East Elementary School (625 Harvey Dr, Ga***rd, MN)
⏰ When: We’re here until 5:30 PM today!

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