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We post content related to mental health. Submissions come from staff, interns, volunteers, and community members. If you would like to submit content to our blog please reach out to our
Program Coordinator Kimberly Mebane at programs@namikdk.org or
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Mental Health & Spirituality: An Advocacy Resource

Jun 8, 20232 min read

Mental Health & Spirituality: An Advocacy Resource

A free resource centering storytelling by diverse folks making meaning, navigating health systems, and advocating for mental health justice.

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Derek "Riven" H. Sire, MSW

May 31, 20237 min read

Choosing, Not Chosen

Hosting these conversations, I realized my childhood faith began crumbling when I first hoped that just one of 'God's damned' wasn't one.

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Derek H. Sire, MSW

May 16, 20236 min read

Searching for Home

If we're silent about our stories, individuals, families–our communities as a whole–won't know how hard it is.

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Derek H. Sire & Alejandra Romero

Apr 28, 20235 min read

Advocate

This moment gave me the courage NOT to be silent or afraid, to advocate for my two daughters' best interests.

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Derek H. Sire

Mar 28, 20235 min read

Closer Than You Know

"Allah is deeply present, understanding your struggles and experiences, even if you cannot explain it yourself."

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Derek H. Sire

Mar 17, 20235 min read

Meditative, Grateful Belonging

It's when I notice signs of "weakness" that my self-confidence comes out.

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Derek H. Sire

Feb 7, 20234 min read

It Makes My Soul Happy

"I need answers, not mystery." Spirituality, for Kim, is being "empowered to make changes in my own life."

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Amanda Retzer

Dec 28, 20223 min read

Amanda Retzer's Story

Each day is uncertain, but I know I have the skills and experiences to get me through whatever comes my way.

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Sara Gray

Nov 27, 20226 min read

Sara Gray’s Story

The most important piece of information we walked away with is we were not alone.

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Practicing Self-Care When Your Adult Child is Diagnosed With Serious Mental Illness

Sara Gray

Oct 27, 20224 min read

Practicing Self-Care When Your Adult Child is Diagnosed With Serious Mental Illness

Develop your self-care practice as a time of calm to rely on when the chaos of life comes.

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Fake It Till You Make It and My Mental Health Journey

Derek H. Sire

May 31, 20222 min read

Fake It Till You Make It and My Mental Health Journey

When it means not telling anyone I'm having a hard time, "faking it till I make it,"poses a danger.

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