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Today is 😊 International Day of Happiness and we want to share something important:

It’s okay not to feel happy all the time.

Happiness is not a constant state. Mental health includes the full range of human emotions including joy, grief, stress, hope, sadness, and everything in between. Giving yourself permission to feel what you’re actually feeling is part of building resilience.

If today feels heavy instead of happy, you are not alone and you are not doing it wrong.

For resources, support, and tools to help families build resilience through every season of life, visit centerforresilientfamilies.org.

Because real mental health isn’t about forcing happiness. It’s about creating space for healing, growth, and connection. 💙

💜 World Kindness Day: Small Acts, Big Impact 💗

Today, on World Kindness Day, we’re reminded that kindness isn’t just about grand gestures, it’s about the small, consistent acts that strengthen our connections and support mental health.

Kindness can mean checking in on a friend, offering grace to yourself on a hard day, or listening without judgment. These simple actions build resilience in individuals, families, and communities.

At the Center for Resilient Families, we believe kindness is a foundation of emotional well-being. Our programs and resources help caregivers, parents, and providers foster connection, empathy, and resilience especially during times of stress or loss.

Explore free, evidence-based tools to support mental health and family resilience at www.centerforresilientfamilies.org


Let’s keep kindness going today and every day. 💛

This Veterans Day, we pause to honor the men and women who have served our country and the families who serve alongside them.

We’re proud to support military families through the ADAPT Parenting Program, an evidence-based program hat helps parents strengthen family relationships, manage stress, and support their children’s well-being before, during and after deployment or other military transitions.

To learn more about how ADAPT supports military parents, visit https://www.adaptparenting.org/

🍬 Treat yourself with kindness this Fall!
Between costumes, candy, and festivities, it’s easy to get caught up in the excitement.
😴 Take time to rest after all the fun.
💬 Connect with people who make you feel safe and happy
😊😁 Share smiles and laughter—it’s the sweetest way to build resilience and keep your family feeling strong
👻 No tricks—just a reminder that caring for yourself strengthens your family even more

💛 Support Grieving Parents
Learn how ASU REACH’s Bereaved Parenting Resources help providers share practical, research-backed tools. Join us for a live Q&A hosted by National Alliance for Children's Grief(NACG) on November 4, 9am PT/12 ET

Register for live Q&A: http://bit.ly/49tRcNb
Watch video on background of the tools: https://vimeo.com/1104240611
Access the Practical Tools: https://asu.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_ekAse6FPTx4fbdY

🎥 Watch the webinar | 💬 Join the Q&A

Join our very own Dr. Abi Gewirtz, Director of ASU Reach Institute for a special book club hosted by National Alliance on Mental Illness Minnesota on her book “When the World Feels Like a Scary Place: Essential
Conversations for Anxious Parents & Worried Kids." This kicks off the
first session of the Dakota County Parent Book Club. Wed, November 12, 7:00 EST/ 6:00 CST/ 5:00 MST/ 6:00-PST

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/AQAVGriVSRi57dgJjJrhow

📢 Save the Date!
The Center for Resilient Families Conference returns on February 26,
2026. This conference brings together parents, practitioners, and other members of the community to explore how we can make resources more accessible, relevant, and effective.

Join us for interactive breakout sessions exploring:
✅ What resources children and parents use—and trust
☑️ The promises and perils of social media for mental health support
✅ Gaps in access for underserved communities
☑️ What formats work best—and why How to co-create solutions with families

We’re shaping the 2026 agenda now and would love your input!
💡 Take a brief survey https://asu.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_a907xFp6ihcEbLo
to share the topics and conversations that matter
most to you & sign up to be notified when registration opens.

Together, we can build a more resilient future for families.

💚 It’s okay not to be okay. Today is World Mental Health Day, a reminder that taking care of your mind is just as important as caring for your body. If you’re struggling, please know—you are not alone, and help is always available.
💬 Talk about it.
🤝 Check in with someone who might need support.
💚 Take one small step today to care for your mental health.Together, we can make it okay to talk about not being okay.

Join our next webinar: Parenting under pressure: Supporting Caregivers on the frontlines.

Whether serving as medical professionals, educators, social workers, first responders, or in any occupation that requires constant resilience, balancing work and caregiving takes a significant toll on mental well-being.

Join ASU Reach Institute’s Center for Resilient Families and Mental Health America for a free 60-minute webinar:

Panelists include:
Matt Bloesch, Retired Law Enforcement & Father
Nichole Goble, Director of Community Initiatives, Caregiver Action Network
Leah O'Brien LIMHP, CPC, LADC, Director of Behavioral Health, First Responders Foundation

Registration Link: bit.ly/41RNEzL