Filemon T. Lizan SHS Care Center

11/10/2025

09/10/2025

Celebrating World Mental Health Day reminds us of the importance of being present for others.

As counselors and helping professionals, we play a vital role in supporting those who struggle and in guiding them toward healing and growth, one day at a time.

Let us remember that the ability to help others is both a gift and an opportunity, to share compassion, offer understanding, and bring hope in our own ways.

May we continue to care not only for others but also for ourselves, nurturing our physical and mental well-being so we can keep being that light for others.

"Be Kind Always in All Ways."

Caption by Dan Talusan
Poster by Crizel John Torio

01/10/2025

𝑹𝒆𝒌𝒊𝒏𝒅𝒍𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑯𝒐𝒑𝒆 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑯𝒆𝒂𝒍𝒊𝒏𝒈 🌻✨

Today, we're so excited to unveil a new symbol that embodies our unwavering commitment to fostering a supportive community, deeply rooted in growth and mental well-being! 🌟

It's more than just a design; it's a symbol of growth, support, and compassion. The tree represents life and wisdom, while the hidden brain signifies our commitment to mental health. An abstract person embraces a red heart, showing empathy and care. The blue wave symbolizes a helping hand, and the gold circle stands for excellence. 🤝

Whether you're seeking a safe space to share your experiences, looking for encouragement during challenging times, or simply wanting to connect with like-minded individuals who understand, this is your invitation. Come, be a part of something truly amazing, where hope is rekindled daily and healing blossoms in every heart. 💛

01/10/2025

“𝑻𝒉𝒆𝒓𝒆 𝒊𝒔 𝒏𝒐 𝒔𝒉𝒂𝒎𝒆 𝒊𝒏 𝒔𝒆𝒆𝒌𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒉𝒆𝒍𝒑 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒚𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒂𝒍 𝒉𝒆𝒂𝒍𝒕𝒉.”

Behind every smile, there may be battles unseen. Behind every strong face, a heart may be quietly breaking. This Mental Health Awareness Month, let us remind ourselves and others: 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒂𝒓𝒆 𝒏𝒐𝒕 𝒂𝒍𝒐𝒏𝒆, 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒚𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒔𝒕𝒐𝒓𝒚 𝒎𝒂𝒕𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒔.

Just like a sunflower turns toward the light, may we all learn to lean on hope, compassion, and support. Seeking help is not weakness; it is courage in its purest form.

Let’s break the silence. Let’s break the stigma. Together, let’s nurture a community where every voice is heard, and every healing journey is honored.

30/09/2025

"It turns out you were wrong… the world wasn’t better off without you in it.”

As Su***de Prevention Month comes to a close, may these words echo for anyone who has ever felt invisible or unwanted: you are needed, you are loved, and you are irreplaceable. The world is brighter, kinder, and fuller because you are here. 🫂

This month is not just about awareness — it’s about reminding each other that every story matters, every struggle is valid, and that reaching out for help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Kindness costs nothing but can mean everything; even the smallest gesture can be life-changing. Let’s choose to uplift one another and be the light to others who may be walking through the dark. 🌟

If you’re hurting, please know this: your pain is real, but so is the possibility of healing. You don’t have to face it alone. There is help. There is hope. There are people ready to listen and stand with you. Your life matters. Your tomorrow matters. And the world is better with you in it. 💛

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29/09/2025

𝓢𝓪 𝓹𝓾𝓼𝓸𝓷𝓰 𝓷𝓪𝓰𝓵𝓪𝓵𝓪𝓰𝓪𝓫𝓵𝓪𝓫 𝓷𝓰 𝓫𝓲𝓰𝓪𝓽, 𝓼𝓲𝓼𝓲𝓫𝓸𝓵 𝓪𝓷𝓰 𝓽𝓪𝓹𝓪𝓷𝓰.

Sa gitna ng pighati at lungkot, may apoy na patuloy na nagliliyab sa loob mo: apoy ng pag-asa, ng tapang, at ng pagbangon. Ang bawat sakit na pinapasan mo ay hindi katapusan, kundi patunay na ikaw ay lumalaban.

Tandaan: kahit sa pinakamadilim na sandali, may lakas na nag-aalab sa iyong puso. At mula rito, sisibol ang bagong bukas.

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26/09/2025

𝓜𝓪𝔂 𝓼𝓪𝔂𝓼𝓪𝔂 𝓪𝓷𝓰 𝓽𝓲𝓷𝓲𝓰 𝓶𝓸, 𝓲𝓹𝓪𝓻𝓲𝓷𝓲𝓰 𝓶𝓸. 𝓐𝓷𝓰 𝓹𝓪𝓰𝓱𝓲𝓷𝓰𝓲 𝓷𝓰 𝓽𝓾𝓵𝓸𝓷𝓰 𝓪𝔂 𝓵𝓪𝓴𝓪𝓼, 𝓱𝓲𝓷𝓭𝓲 𝓴𝓪𝓱𝓲𝓷𝓪𝓪𝓷.

Sa bawat pagod na balikat at luhang bumabagsak, may mga yakap na handang sumalo sa iyo. Hindi ka kailangang mag-isa sa laban: ang paglapit, ang paghingi ng tulong, ay tanda ng iyong tapang.

Sa iyong tinig, may pag-asa. Sa iyong kwento, may liwanag. At sa iyong pag-ahon, may kasamang mga kamay na hindi bibitaw.

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25/09/2025

𝐏𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐁𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐦𝐬 𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭, 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐝𝐨𝐰𝐬 𝐅𝐚𝐝𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐋𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭🌟

During the 𝗦𝗶𝗹𝗮𝘄: 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲 𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲, 𝗦𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 seminar, Dr. Catherine B. Guzman-Mendoza, RPm, RGC, illuminated a core principle for mental wellness:

"Embrace positively, but not negatively. Because thinking of something negative results negative."

This wasn't just a statement—it was a call to action. Dr. Guzman-Mendoza emphasized that our thoughts have the power to shape our reality. By consciously choosing to focus on the positive, we can:

- Shift our perspective: From dwelling on problems to seeking solutions.

- Nurture resilience: Building inner strength to overcome challenges.

- Create a ripple effect: Inspiring positivity in ourselves and others.

- Transform our lives: Cultivating a brighter, more hopeful future.

Let's carry Dr. Guzman-Mendoza's wisdom forward, making a daily commitment to embrace positivity and let go of negativity. Our minds—and our lives—will thank us.

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