At times, we are challenged by events, situations, and decisions that we may have little to no control over. During those times, it is very easy to succumb to the belief that things will never get better and there will only be grey skies ahead. But by shifting your attention on what you can control, such as looking for the silver lining, being grateful for the small things, focusing your attention and energy on what you are doing right, and improving your gifts and talents; the clouds within will lift. The ability to shift one’s mindset is a skill, which requires daily practice through self-reflection, self-compassion, and self-care. In the month of May, we recognize that mental illness is real, mental health disorders afflict young and old alike, and every year children and teens suffer silently from its effects.
