Why Comparing Yourself to Others Can Hurt Your Mental Health
Sometimes people think support has to be something big. They imagine that helping someone means having all the answers, solving...
Your Well-Being Matters More Than You Think
By NAMI Southwest Washington Mental Wellness Month: Why Your Well-Being Matters More Than You Think January is Mental Wellness Month,...
National Stress-Free Holidays Month: Making Space for Calm in a Season of Pressure
By NAMI Southwest Washington The holidays are often painted as a time of joy, togetherness, and celebration. But for many...
Loneliness in a Season of Togetherness: How to Cope When You Feel Isolated
The holiday season is often described as a time of joy, connection, and celebration — a time when families gather,...
Seasonal Affective Disorder: Preparing for the Darker Months
As the days grow shorter in Southwest Washington and sunshine becomes rare, many people notice a shift in their mood....
Shine the Light Summit Save the Date!
Saturday, September 13th, 2025 | 2pm-5pm (doors open at 1:45pm) Gaiser Hall, Clark College | Vancouver, WA Join NAMI Southwest...
Making a Commitment to Your Mental Health in 2025
By NAMI Southwest Washington As we approach the new year, many of us are reflecting on how to nurture our...
Understanding and Managing Stress for Mental Well-Being
By NAMI Southwest Washington As International Stress Awareness Week unfolds from November 4-8, we at NAMI Southwest Washington are dedicated...
Embracing Self-Awareness Month: A Path to Better Mental Health
August marks the arrival of Self-Awareness Month, a time dedicated to reflecting on our inner selves and understanding the intricacies...
Hearing Voices and Turning Them Off Through Meditation
By David Lane I was about five years old that night, in 1989, when I thought I heard “something scary”...