Trailways Counseling

05/27/2026

We had a guest speaker recently from the Hope House in Baraboo, a shelter that is so much more than a shelter! They do so much in our communities for our friends and neighbors.
Please consider supporting the Hope House at their 3rd annual golf outing. Or check out their website for other opportunities from donating items to volunteering your time.
hopehousescw.org

05/22/2026

All of the Trailways Counseling offices will be closed on Monday, May 25th to observe the Memorial Day holiday.
Have a safe weekend.

~The Staff
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05/22/2026

Trailways participated in the Monroe County Mental Wellness Fair in Sparta as part of the Monroe County Su***de Coalition.

05/18/2026

For a lot of people, the pursuit of a healthy work/life balance seems like an impossible goal.
With so many of us torn between juggling heavy workloads, managing relationships and family responsibilities, and squeezing in outside interests, it’s no surprise that more than one in four Americans describe themselves as “super stressed.” And that’s not balanced—or healthy.

In our rush to “get it all done” at the office and at home, it’s easy to forget that as our stress levels spike, our productivity plummets. Stress can zap our concentration, make us irritable or depressed, and harm our personal and professional relationships.

Over time, stress also weakens our immune systems, and makes us susceptible to a variety of ailments from colds to backaches to heart disease. The newest research shows that chronic stress can actually double our risk of having a heart attack. That statistic alone is enough to raise your blood pressure!

While we all need a certain amount of stress to spur us on and help us perform at our best, the key to managing stress lies in that one magic word: balance. Not only is achieving a healthy work/life balance an attainable goal but workers and businesses alike see the rewards. When workers are balanced and happy, they are more productive, take fewer sick days, and are more likely to stay in their jobs.

Here are a few practical steps we can all take to loosen the grip that stress has on us and win back the balance in our lives. Read on and reap the benefits.

Check out the steps and more on the Mental Health America website. https://mhanational.org/resources/work-life-balance/

05/13/2026

Journaling helps us process our experiences and recognize the good in everyday life that we often overlook. ✨

Beyond the emotional benefits, the physical act of writing can support learning, memory, and overall brain health.

Looking for a place to start? Check out these journal prompts from Mental Health America to help create more good days. 💚

https://mhanational.org/resources/journal-prompts-for-more-good-days/

Use these journal prompts to support your unique mental health journey and discover what a good day looks like for you.

05/07/2026

Take some time for YOU today!

05/06/2026

Affirmations are statements you say or think to yourself that reinforce what matters to you and who you want to be. They remind you that you are strong and help you focus on your values and on what makes you feel calm and confident.

Affirmations aren’t just about positive thinking. They help your brain focus on what matters most, so stress feels less overwhelming, and you become more resilient over time. Studies on affirmations have found that they can improve people’s overall well-being, help them feel better about themselves, and reduce anxiety. On top of that, the effects of affirmations are immediate and long-lasting.

Try some of the affirmations below to support more good days and get through the hard ones.

I am capable of finding a community that protects, affirms, and celebrates me. I will not allow past experiences to block me from the connection that I deserve.
My feelings are designed to communicate needs that I may not notice otherwise. I can reflect on them with curiosity instead of shame and discover new pathways to brighter days.
I trust my inner wisdom to lead my decisions today.
I have the power to practice daily routines that nourish my physical and mental health. As I do so, I won’t forget that rest, connection, and stillness are pivotal pieces of those routines.
My creativity is fueled by rest and connectedness. I have the capacity to surprise myself, and my imagination deserves space to play.
When I slow down and take notice, I am inspired by my resilience, strength, and intelligence.
I give myself permission to experience the best things about today in a present and grounded body.
I will continue to imagine a world where my needs and wants are a priority. I refuse to shrink myself because living an authentic life is a gift to myself and others.
I am committed to discovering or creating spaces that honor every aspect of me. I deserve to bask in the joy of being seen, affirmed, and loved fully.
If having good days feels hard, know that help is available and that you are not alone. Check on your mental health with a free, quick, anonymous test at mhascreening.org.




Note: This information is from the Mental Health America Website

05/05/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and the theme this year is to focus on something simple, personal and powerful: having more good days together.
What a good day looks like is different for everyone. But small moments of care, connection and support can add up and make a real difference over time.
Whether you want to take care of yourself, support the people around you, or help create change, we would love to see photos of what this might look like to you throughout the month.

For today we wish you a good day together!

05/04/2026

Trailways Counseling participated in the Spring Wellness event held at The LaValle Center. This event was put on by the South Central Alliance for To***co Prevention.

Our very own Betsy Schroeder did two presentations on Cleaning to Recenter