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Gaslighting is a form of emotional/mental abuse where someone causes another person to doubt or question their reality and can be very harmful. If you’ve ever been impacted by gaslighting, you are not alone. . Need support? Text NAMI to 741741 to connect with a trained crisis counselor to receive free, 24/7 crisis support via text message. graphics | @what.is.mental.illness

Our friends at the OU Counseling Center will be sponsoring a health seminar! The Oklahoma Health Consortium virtual Seminar will be held on Friday, June 25th. This seminar will focus on the discussion of reflecting, rebuilding, and revolutionizing the future of mental health care. Registration information:... Early bird special (before June 16th): $30 students, $70 professionals After June 16th price: $45 students, $85 professionals To register, visit: http://ow.ly/am0f50F8Jg8 Learn more about each presenter here: http://ow.ly/l78A50F8Jg9 Have any questions? You can reach out to [email protected]!

Be patient with yourselfhealing doesn't happen overnight. Everyone’s trauma is unique, and everyone heals at different speeds, so don't compare your progress to anyone else's. It's okay to heal at your own speed!

Local spotlight! We wanted to wish lots of luck to Ashley Ehrhart & Lily Parker as they compete in the Miss Oklahoma competition this week. These amazing mental health advocates have made it their mission to put mental health awareness at the core of their platform. Ashley hosts her own podcast, A Minute To Mind that dives deeps into open and honest conversations regarding mental health, wellness, etc. Lily hosts a weekly Stomp Out Stigma Sunday where she helps raise awar...eness for mental illness and the stigmas surrounding them! Thank you both for being so open about the discussion surrounding mental health! We are rooting for you!

NAMI repost! Finding community can be a source of strength. For those who identify as LGBTQIA+, it’s important to recognize how your experience of sexual orientation & gender identity relates to your mental health. Here are options if you, a friend, or a loved one are looking for mental health resources. #PrideMonth